Stardew Valley

In Stardew Valley, you inherit your grandfather’s neglected farm plot and begin a new life with basic tools and a small amount of money. The central aim is to live off the land and turn the overgrown fields into a thriving home. The game frames this work against changes in the valley since Joja Corporation arrived and the town’s community center fell into disrepair.

The town’s decline gives you two routes for addressing its future: repair the old community center or join forces with Joja Corporation. The valley also has a local community of more than 30 characters, with individual schedules and birthdays; friendships can lead to personal requests and conversations.

Gameplay and features

• Develop farming skills: Improve skills across farming, mining, combat, fishing and foraging. As you progress, you can learn cooking and crafting recipes, unlock areas to explore, and choose professions to customize your skills.
• Explore underground: Travel deeper into a cave to encounter monsters and new environments. Underground finds include gemstones and raw materials used for crafting and upgrading tools.
• Fish through the seasons: Fish at local spots where available varieties change with the seasons. Craft bait, bobbers and crab pots to support your efforts to catch fish.
• Cook and craft items: Create items from more than 100 cooking and crafting recipes. Some cooked dishes provide temporary boosts to skills, running speed or combat prowess.

Frequently asked questions

What is the main objective in Stardew Valley?

You inherit your grandfather’s old farm and work to make a thriving home by living off the land. The town’s damaged community center and the changes brought by Joja Corporation provide a broader context for your new life in the valley.

What can you do on the farm?

You can grow crops, raise animals, start an orchard and craft useful machines. The farm is the starting point for building a life in the valley.

How does Stardew Valley handle multiplayer farming?

Online farming supports up to eight players: you can invite one to seven others to join you. Players can work together on the farm, share resources and improve the local community; the profit margin on sold produce can also be adjusted for a more challenging experience.

Can you build relationships with the people in town?

Yes. The valley has more than 30 characters, each with a daily schedule and birthday. As you become friends, they may share personal troubles, ask for help or reveal secrets; seasonal festivals include the luau and Feast of the Winter Star.