ConcernedApe has confirmed that some new fixes are on the way for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Stardew Valley, addressing some notable bugs with the new version. The beloved farming sim from solo developer Eric Barone has been among gaming's most influential indie releases, ushering in the modern boom of farming sims and "cozy" games. Stardew Valley has been made available on a multitude of platforms, seeing releases on everything from home consoles to a mobile version of the game. Stardew Valley even recently received a version for Nintendo's newest home console.
Stardew Valley's Switch 2 Edition officially launched on December 25, bringing some nice upgrades to the game on Nintendo's newest hardware. The upgraded version of Stardew Valley not only supports both four-player split-screen and eight-player online multiplayer, but also Nintendo's new GameShare feature for players who don't own the game. Stardew Valley even includes one of the Switch 2's most touted features, boasting full support for mouse controls with the Joy-Con 2. Now, some brand-new fixes are coming to Stardew Valley's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, addressing ongoing bugs and improving a new feature.
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Stardew Valley Switch 2 Edition is Getting an Update
Stardew Valley developer ConcernedApe shared some more details about the upcoming patch for the game's Switch 2 Edition. The fixes will reportedly look to resolve an ongoing crafting issue with the game, causing some recipes to consume unintended items when crafting. The patch for Stardew Valley's Switch 2 Edition is also said to be making some "improvements" to Stardew Valley's mouse controls, though ConcernedApe did not specify what the adjustments will affect. ConcernedApe even addressed the delayed release of Stardew Valley's Switch 2 Edition in European regions, confirming he is waiting to roll out the EU release until the next patch for the game is ready to launch.
Items Affected by Crafting Bug
- Blue Grass Starter
- Heavy Furnace
- Deluxe Worm Bin
- Fish Smoker
- Mushroom Log
- Speed-Gro
- Treasure Totem
- Statue of Blessings
- Deluxe Bait
- Challenge Bait
- Moss Soup
Stardew Valley's newly-launched Switch 2 Edition puts a heavy focus on the farming sim's multiplayer capabilities. The original Switch version of Stardew Valley only supported split-screen co-op gameplay for up to two players, with others able to join on local wireless without a Nintendo Switch Online subscription. Stardew Valley on Switch 2 does support up to eight players for its online multiplayer, though fans will need to have an active membership to Nintendo Switch Online in order to play. Stardew Valley fans who already own the game on Nintendo Switch can get the Switch 2 version at no extra charge as a free upgrade.
ConcernedApe Has Lots More Coming for Stardew Valley
These upcoming Stardew Valley Switch 2 Edition fixes come as some other exciting news about the game was revealed in recent months. ConcernedApe confirmed in late August that Stardew Valley's 1.7 update is in development, though he did not share any details about when the patch will launch. The announcement came as a surprise to many fans, with ConcernedApe also working on a separate indie game in Haunted Chocolatier. The solo developer has also shared his own desire to continue working on Stardew Valley into the future, even claiming that the game could still see updates in fifty years.
Stardew Valley's longevity has been a testament to how much success the indie game has seen since its release nearly 10 years ago. The farming sim has often been hailed as one of the best indie games ever created and sits in the top 20 best-selling games of all-time, with Stardew Valley selling more than 41 million copies. Stardew Valley is also cited as a major contributing factor in the rise of farming sims throughout recent years, with many indie developers and even AAA studios jumping onto the farming trend. ConcernedApe's commitment to Stardew Valley should give fans all the more reason to stick with the farming game for as long as support for the title continues.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 99%
- Released
- February 26, 2016
- ESRB
- E for Everyone (Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Simulated Gambling, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco)
- Developer(s)
- ConcernedApe
- Publisher(s)
- ConcernedApe
WHERE TO PLAY
You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
- Multiplayer
- Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer
- Cross-Platform Play
- Stardew Valley does not currently support crossplay between different consoles and PC
- Cross Save
- cross-progression is only available between the PC and mobile versions of the game
- Number of Players
- 1-4
- Split Screen Orientation
- Vertical or Horizontal
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Verified
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Simulation
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- Local Co-Op Support
- 1-4 Players
- How Long To Beat
- 53 Hours
- X|S Optimized
- No
- File Size Xbox Series
- 1 GB (November 2023)
