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Published: 25th August 10:16PM
A Relaxing and Enjoyable Farming Simulator
Stardew Valley is a single-player open world farming simulator video game developed by Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone and published by Chucklefish. It was released for Microsoft Windows in February 2016, and has since been ported to macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation Vita, and mobile devices.
The game is set in the fictional town of Stardew Valley, which is located in a bucolic valley surrounded by rolling hills and forests. Players take control of a character who inherits their grandfather’s old farm after he passes away. The player must restore the farm to its former glory by planting crops, raising animals, and crafting items. They can also explore the valley, mine for resources, and befriend the other residents.
It is a relaxing and enjoyable game that has been praised for its charming visuals, in-depth farming mechanics, and open-ended gameplay. The game has also been a commercial success, selling over 10 million copies worldwide.
History of Stardew Valley
Ceated by Eric Barone, a solo developer who worked on the game for four years. Barone was inspired to create Stardew Valley after playing Harvest Moon, a farming simulator video game series. He wanted to create a game that was more relaxing and less stressful than other farming simulator games.
Stardew Valley was released on February 26, 2016, for Microsoft Windows. The game was a critical and commercial success, and it was ported to other platforms in the following years.
Gameplay
It is a farming simulator game with an open-ended gameplay. Players can choose how they want to play the game, and there is no right or wrong way to do things. For example, players can focus on farming, fishing, mining, or exploring the valley. They can also befriend the other residents of the valley and get married.
While, the farming mechanics in Stardew Valley are deep and complex, it offers and fun and enjoyable time. Players can also plant a variety of crops, and they need to water and fertilize their crops regularly. They can also raise animals, such as cows, chickens, and pigs. Players can also craft items using the materials they find in the valley.
The valley is full of secrets to discover. Players can also explore the mines, find hidden treasures, and befriend the other residents. There are also festivals and events that take place throughout the year.
Stardew Valley is a relaxing and enjoyable game that is sure to put a smile on your face. If you are looking for a game to help you unwind after a long day, then Stardew Valley is the perfect choice for you.
Where to buy Stardew Valley:
Nintendo Switch
- CDKeys (UK) – £8.99
- Xbox Store
Playstation
PC
Android
IOS
Additional Details about Stardew Valley:
- The game world is procedurally generated, so each playthrough is unique.
- There are over 200 different crops to plant, and over 100 different items to craft.
- There are over 30 different fish to catch, and over 20 different minerals to mine.
- There are 12 different villagers to befriend, and 10 different marriage candidates.
- The game features a day/night cycle, and a weather system.
- There are over 100 different events that can occur throughout the year.
Stardew Valley is a game that is constantly being updated with new content. The developers have added new features, crops, and events to the game since it was first released.
If you are a fan of farming simulator games, or if you are looking for a relaxing and enjoyable game to play, then I highly recommend checking out Stardew Valley.
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