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  1. Dec 10, 2020
    9
    Nice game - 100 hours.ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
  2. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This is not normally the kind of game I like to play, but when I tried it out I was pleasantly surprised. It nails the "one more hour/day" perfectly.

    There is plenty to do, from farming and fishing, to combat deep in the mine as well as some hidden secrets and stories I won't mention here. Its soundtrack and core gameplay are very relaxing, especially after a hard day. I am very
    This is not normally the kind of game I like to play, but when I tried it out I was pleasantly surprised. It nails the "one more hour/day" perfectly.

    There is plenty to do, from farming and fishing, to combat deep in the mine as well as some hidden secrets and stories I won't mention here. Its soundtrack and core gameplay are very relaxing, especially after a hard day. I am very impressed this was made by just one guy.
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  3. Dec 16, 2020
    10
    História: A história não é o foco do game claramente, porém ela é bem feita, principalmente os eventos, a partir do momento que você compreende o calendário o jogo fica mais animador com você querendo ser o melhor de todos.

    Gameplay: A gameplay é bem feita, não tem muito o que falar sobre ela, bem no padrão Harvest Moon, bugs são inexistentes. Online: O online da uma sobrevida ao
    História: A história não é o foco do game claramente, porém ela é bem feita, principalmente os eventos, a partir do momento que você compreende o calendário o jogo fica mais animador com você querendo ser o melhor de todos.

    Gameplay: A gameplay é bem feita, não tem muito o que falar sobre ela, bem no padrão Harvest Moon, bugs são inexistentes.

    Online: O online da uma sobrevida ao game, é muito melhor ter sua própria fazenda e viver sua vida, mas jogar com os amigas é sempre mais divertido.

    Veredito: Jogue, o game é barato de mais, ele poderia custar facilmente R$ 60, além de ser muito leve ele demora para enjoar.
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  4. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Gets a 10/10 for the soundtrack alone, then I found out there's a really awesome Harvest Moon-like game that comes with Raven's Descent and Dance of the Moonlight Jellies
  5. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Incredible Game. It is aesthetic and nostalgic. I am continuously impressed by the dedication that the developer has for this game and its fans, even years after the game was released. The game appears to be a simple farming game, but as you delve deeper into the story, you will discover deep and dark secrets about each character, and incredible map areas you didn't know existed. You canIncredible Game. It is aesthetic and nostalgic. I am continuously impressed by the dedication that the developer has for this game and its fans, even years after the game was released. The game appears to be a simple farming game, but as you delve deeper into the story, you will discover deep and dark secrets about each character, and incredible map areas you didn't know existed. You can play it on pretty much any PC, and it's well worth playing, trust me. Eric Barone, the developer, is also one man whom you can feel confident in supporting by buying his products. He always delivers. Every update is a huge expansion of the gameplay and mechanics, and often times the map, and they are always free. He always delivers on what the players want, and he is very accessible to talk to. He truly loves his work, and it shows in this beautiful masterpiece of a game. - Devin Expand
  6. Dec 12, 2020
    9
    What can I say that is good about the game that unless you have been living under a rock for the last 5 years, that you do not already know about the game yet, who do not know about SDV yet, I can tell you who, those dang rock crabs that who.
  7. Dec 28, 2020
    9
    One of my lastests great discoveries. A reference of the relaxing games if it weren't for the night and day cycle and the stamina mechanic.
  8. Jan 4, 2021
    10
    I absolutely adore this game. Very relaxing, very easy to put a lot of time into. Especially after the most recent 1.5 update.
  9. Feb 3, 2021
    10
    Stardew Valley might appear as a basic farming sim but underneath there is a hidden gem of a game. Developed by only one person, this game is made with soul and love and you can see and feel it while you play.

    Pros: - Atmosphere is calming and relaxing. - Gameplay has a fine line between grind and progress. - Friendship system and romance. The residents of Stardew Valley have a lot
    Stardew Valley might appear as a basic farming sim but underneath there is a hidden gem of a game. Developed by only one person, this game is made with soul and love and you can see and feel it while you play.

    Pros:
    - Atmosphere is calming and relaxing.
    - Gameplay has a fine line between grind and progress.
    - Friendship system and romance. The residents of Stardew Valley have a lot of personality and have heart events which promotes character development.
    - Variety of things to do, farming, fishing, mining, combat.
    - Multiple options for replayability, new farm layouts, etc.
    - Has multiplayer options and in depth option for it.
    - Soundtrack is lovely and fits for the game.
    - Bundles, which makes you plan ahead and creates self goals.
    - Seasons which spice up things with special holidays and events.
    - The developer has been pushing free updates and is usually available if help is needed.
    - The game is dirt cheap if you compare it to the hours you would put into the game.

    Cons
    - Can be a bit hard to get into the game at first. The game doesn't tell you what to do and you are on your own. You do get some mini quests that push you into the right direction but I've seen people quit before getting into the game. This can be a con or a pro for people.

    Overall, I can't stress enough how much value this game offers. It has so much soul in it and I recommend it for everyone.

    Verdict - 10/10.
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  10. Jun 23, 2021
    10
    Stardew Valley has been out for some time. And it's jus something that is so remarkably well done that I'm not even sure a simple review would do it justice. It's a typical farm management sim game with added in RPG elements. Usually, when a game likes this crops up, it's called a Harvest Moon clone, since HM was the game franchise that birthed the love of the farmers life games.

    But I
    Stardew Valley has been out for some time. And it's jus something that is so remarkably well done that I'm not even sure a simple review would do it justice. It's a typical farm management sim game with added in RPG elements. Usually, when a game likes this crops up, it's called a Harvest Moon clone, since HM was the game franchise that birthed the love of the farmers life games.

    But I rarely actually hear Stardew Valley called a Harvest Moon clone because everything it has, everything it does, it's all HM to the point, but at the same time, it's its own. Eric Barone, the sole guy who made the game from start to finish, made everything from scratch. Art, animations, characters, story, music, scenes. Everything. He was literally a one man team working o what many would consider to be a far too big of a task.

    He took on a challenge, and over several years, birthed what would become the greatest farmers life sim game that likely will ever exist.

    Now, let's talk about that exact game itself.

    What this game is, is pretty much in the most simple of terms a Harvest Moon, Rune Factory or Animal Crossing fans perfect game. It holds a perfect combination of elements from all types of these games rolled into one neat package that presents itself perfectly. (A total of 99%. The 1% difference being the save system.)

    The game is a time cruncher, it will take you some number of hours to even get through into the second year. The mixture of RPG and farm construction is brilliant. The social element of the game is spot on, not too strong but neither too weak. You're not forced to do a single thing. You're only suggested things to do, and once you're through the intro (which you can skip), you're free to do as you please.

    I have played so many hours of this game, which is unsurprising after I waited so long for it to release. In just the first hour alone, I felt the £10.99 I paid for it was more than worth it and more.

    I usually go for more in depth review writing formats, but in this case, everything about Stardew Valley is so simple yet so wonderful, I'll just use an easy to follow part by part description.

    Pros-

    1. Game world is large and open. Certain areas are locked off and require time to pass by or effort to gain access, making it so there's near enough always soemthing undicovered.

    2. Character Customization lets you feel like you've got a rather lovely personal connection to the game and the characters. Be it you want to play as man or woman. Have green hair, green skin or anything that's regular or not so regular.

    3. RPG Elements such as fighting and searching through the mines against a variety of monsters is a brillant addition to a traditonal farm sim type of game. (Definitely has one up on Rune Factory.)

    4. Character Relationships are progressive, take time and are very believable. Such as you won't gain access to someone's private space (I.E, their room) if you're not a good friend of theirs.

    5. Town Feels alive. NPC's will greet one another as they pass by in the town. Something similar past games have always lacked.

    6.Build your own farm. Quite literally you can build it how you like. Place wells for water, plant new trees, grow crops where you please. Don't quite like the placement of a certain construct? Just move it with the option to do so being added in for free in a past patch. It's complete free choice.

    7. Pets. A dog or a cat. Seriously, who doesn't love pets in a game.

    8. Interesting Story with different possible outcomes. There are two in total.

    9. Get yourself a family. Woo one of the local 12 single NPC's. Six guys and six girls. Get married, have kids (maximum of 2) and have a happy farm life. Same sex marriage is also a possibility, which is wonderful inclusion. Any potential marriage partner will be happy to go with either gender of male or female. Some elements are even change to reflect this, such as the character Leah. If you romance her as a male, her ex partner will be an old boyfriend, while if you romance her as a female, her ex will be an old girlfriend.

    10. Brilliant crafting system that unlocks more things to build as your skill grows in various areas. I.E, farming, fishing, etc.

    11. Mini Games can be located in the towns pub, the Stardrop Saloon. These arcade machine works and is impressively well done.

    12. Multiplayer for up to four friends to have fun together.

    13. The whole game is a gentle, easy, relaxing experience that is perfect to play in order to take it easy and chill.

    Cons-

    1. Awkward save system that could of used a little re-thinking, but it still works just fine.

    Overall, Stardew Valley is one of the rare games that deserves the 10/10 score.

    It's by far one of the best farm management RPG games available and should be in anyone's game collection, as there's something for any gamer to love in Stardew Valley.
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  11. Jan 30, 2021
    10
    Wonderful game with tons of hours of fresh content to explore. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to take some breaks playing video games. Playing Stardew Valley for first time is an amazing experience that i wish everyone to live.
  12. Jan 30, 2021
    10
    Harvest Moon is back! And its simple and fun again. From the soundtrack to its gameplay its simply a true work of art done by one man. Thank You STARDEW VALLEY.o0O
  13. Feb 5, 2021
    9
    Stardew Valley - 9.6 / 10 - {really recommend it}
    The game is [Quiet, Surrounding, Complex, Unique]
    => Pros: + Incredibly engaging game; + Relaxing; + Demands a lot of time, but does not get sick; + Difficult in the right measure; + It has a good economy system; + It has a perfect time dynamics [day and night, annual calendar, holidays, birthdays, seasons, adverse climates]; +
    Stardew Valley - 9.6 / 10 - {really recommend it}
    The game is [Quiet, Surrounding, Complex, Unique]

    => Pros:
    + Incredibly engaging game;
    + Relaxing;
    + Demands a lot of time, but does not get sick;
    + Difficult in the right measure;
    + It has a good economy system;
    + It has a perfect time dynamics [day and night, annual calendar, holidays, birthdays,
    seasons, adverse climates];
    + It has infinite possibilities;
    + It has unique and memorable characters;
    + The map has an ideal size, and well placed functions for each area;
    + When you get sick of the normal game [it will take a while] you can download mods easily;
    + You own your own story;
    + Addictive soundtrack;

    => Negative points:
    - In the beginning it is very difficult to make progress, which requires patience, but when you start making money things flow faster, but everything has a process;
    - There are absurdly expensive items that do not justify their value.

    => VERDICT:
    The verdict is that this game is a masterpiece in all aspects, and despite having a 2D graphic (beautiful by the way), it captivates you in such a big way that you will become addicted and will develop an emotional connection with him, from satisfaction in the moments of harvest and sale, when you see your effort reflected in your monetary situation, until the tension of dying to some monster inside the mines, and having to pay for health services, in addition to losing important items. Even the joy to be able to watch your farm grow. It pays to invest hours and hours in it, and you will not regret it, much less get tired, because the possibilities are endless.
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  14. Feb 18, 2021
    9
    Stardew Valley is a really good game that is pretty much a time killer. I played this game non-stop for several days all day and never got tired of it. Being able to marry someone and having kids was my goal and was pushing forward to keep playing. Selling the crops that you harvested feels satisfying as hell and probably the best part of the game. Play it now.
  15. Mar 12, 2021
    10
    What an amazingly polished and cared for game. Do yourself a favor and look up what the one man team Eric from Concerned Ape went through to build this game. It was a labor of love and it SHOWS. This one man team put many many large teams to shame (i'm looking at you Harvest Moon)
  16. Mar 22, 2021
    10
    A game-changer.
    The mechanics, story and characters make it impossible not to like Sradew Valley!
  17. Apr 6, 2021
    10
    This game has helped me get through one of the most difficult moments in my life. Every time I played this game I could disconnect, and think only of my farm. I have been playing around 320 hours and I have enjoyed each of them like the first time.
  18. May 11, 2021
    9
    Stardew Valley is definitely one of those games that have a nostalgic type feeling to it. If you are a fan of the Rune Factory series and Harvest Moon type games then this is a game for you. The fact that the community for this game is still extremely heavy and very helpful is a huge plus especially the mods on PC are an added bonus. Only downside I have currently is the amount of end-gameStardew Valley is definitely one of those games that have a nostalgic type feeling to it. If you are a fan of the Rune Factory series and Harvest Moon type games then this is a game for you. The fact that the community for this game is still extremely heavy and very helpful is a huge plus especially the mods on PC are an added bonus. Only downside I have currently is the amount of end-game material and what you can and cannot due without having to start a new save file. A relaxing game if you are looking for an adventure and want to maintain a farm. Expand
  19. Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Most chill vibe game in the world and very casual. Is funny as **** dude like
  20. Aug 3, 2021
    8
    It's a fun casual game and that's all it's meant to be. don't expect too much from it, after all all you do is farm/mine.
  21. Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Это отличная, полноценная игра которая точно вам понравится! Игра совсем не про ферму, как это может показаться на 1 взгляд, это только кусок ее геймплея, игра очень большая и во всем этом мире ты не заскучаешь, ведь каждый день обязательно что-то случитсяЭто отличная, полноценная игра которая точно вам понравится! Игра совсем не про ферму, как это может показаться на 1 взгляд, это только кусок ее геймплея, игра очень большая и во всем этом мире ты не заскучаешь, ведь каждый день обязательно что-то случится
  22. Oct 27, 2021
    10
    this game is just a masterpiece in every sense of the word, i enjoyed every single second of it and it is highly recommended
  23. Oct 15, 2021
    10
    I didn't really like games like these. I would call them repetitive and boring. And at the first time i played it, i was right! After that, seeing the game grow my friend suggested it to me again. Then i played it again, and oh boy it really made me change my mind. It's just perfection.
  24. Sep 29, 2021
    9
    I don't know about the "message" or anything, but the gameplay loop is brilliant. So precise. You keep saying "just one more day", and then realize you've been playing for five hours and you have to pee. A definite candidate for top ten pc games ever.
  25. Mar 17, 2022
    8
    Good chillout game but, u are only member who is doing something for the village. Could be more Rimworld like game. Repetetive gathering/planting/mining could be earlier than unlocking everything in village.
  26. Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Grabbed it on release and never regretted it. I have probably bought 6 or 7 copies by now (most of them as gifts for close ones). It's probably one of the most relaxing games I've ever played. It's been 5 years and the game still receives massive FREE updates. The dev is also a cool and likable guy who frequently helps people if they encounter some issues.
  27. Mar 20, 2023
    10
    I have to text something without another option if I want to rate the game: ten points. Enough? Haha.
  28. Mar 16, 2023
    8
    Stardew Valley is a peaceful, feel-good video game. Building your own farm and foraging around the map can be quite satisfying. The story and NPCs are okay. The amount of action and battle is a bit underwhelming.
    You can play it with friends which is great.
  29. May 9, 2022
    10
    Amazing work Eric! The game just continues to fascinate me after so many years
  30. Jan 29, 2022
    8
    Наиграл в эту игру один час. Понравилось, хоть и быстро надоело. И графика, и геймплей как в симуляторах фермы на кнопочном телефоне из детства.
  31. Dec 5, 2021
    10
    I must be honest in the fact that I am biased with this game. I absolutely love it because it creates a constant feeling of nostalgia after only 3 years of starting it. I only feel happy while playing this and very few games have been able to do that for me. The game itself is beautiful and impressive considering this was made by a single person. Very nice pixel art, pretty decent combatI must be honest in the fact that I am biased with this game. I absolutely love it because it creates a constant feeling of nostalgia after only 3 years of starting it. I only feel happy while playing this and very few games have been able to do that for me. The game itself is beautiful and impressive considering this was made by a single person. Very nice pixel art, pretty decent combat all though it borrows from classic TLOZ, fun farming and just overall a ton of things to do. There is really nothing bad I can say about it.. the npcs are decently fun to interact with at the beginning all though they get a bit boring overtime. Great game but not for everyone, and it's nice to play with friends or relatives. Expand
  32. Dec 7, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente o melhor RPG/Simulação Indie que já joguei, feito com muito zelo e planejado em detalhes.
  33. Jan 6, 2022
    10
    Chơi game này hồi 2016 cho tới lúc mua được game hồi 2019, phải nói là game rất cuốn.
  34. Jan 6, 2022
    9
    The game is great for those who like harvest moon like games, loved it but story is too long like 2 years in the game, so i gave 9 instead of 10.
  35. Apr 24, 2022
    9
    Графика 6/10
    Сюжет 7/10
    Музыка 9/10 Геймплей 10/10 Это просто спокойная игра, которая расслабляет, в которой нет почти ничего сложного и мудрёного геймплея, от себя добавлю балл за то, что она мне помогла справится со стрессом в моей личной жизни. Это будет так, благодарность Итог: 9/10
    Графика 6/10
    Сюжет 7/10
    Музыка 9/10
    Геймплей 10/10
    Это просто спокойная игра, которая расслабляет, в которой нет почти ничего сложного и мудрёного геймплея, от себя добавлю балл за то, что она мне помогла справится со стрессом в моей личной жизни. Это будет так, благодарность
    Итог: 9/10
  36. Jan 25, 2022
    10
    Stardew Valley is a brilliant game if we want to become farmers but difficult simulators are too much. great graphics, relaxing activities that do not just punish you to walk and plant vegetables you can do whatever you want go to the mine or go fishing, build a chicken coop to expand your farm with another building. the game took 125h of my life and I don't regret a single one
  37. Feb 17, 2022
    10
    Simply the best farm simulator, so chill to play and you can do a lot of activies, It also has a very large modding community that adds even more content, it's the best time killer I've ever played.
  38. Feb 13, 2022
    10
    I love games of this genre. The game is about the fact that you received a rotten farm from your grandfather that the main character must fix, but the secrets do not remain aside, you must also reveal them. The game is cute and fun.
  39. Nov 26, 2022
    9
    This game is amazing. Its the perfect game to play if you just want to sit back and have fun.
  40. Mar 1, 2022
    10
    In my opinion, this is the best farm game I've seen in my life, since the harvest moon saga was falling into monotony after games that the only thing that differed was a bit in the graphics.
  41. Mar 28, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is phenomenal. I always find myself returning to it and making significant advancements. From the gameplay and the fact that there is always something to do just keeps me drawn to it. For me, I always find something to do. It always amazes me that this was made by one man, ConcernedApe, and with all the hidden details, and all of the gameplay and everything else. All of the mechanics, with the selling and the obscure easter eggs, with such good characters, the heart system with people and animals, the community centre of Joja stroyline, they just all tie together so well and the fact that this is a game that expresses replayability, with the multiple types of farms, just amazes me. Expand
  42. Aug 30, 2022
    10
    10/10........................................................................................
  43. Apr 5, 2022
    9
    Stardew Valley

    When I first bought this game, I expected it to be an unfinished cheap indie title that would suck so bad. The first thing that came to my head was that this game is a cheap copy of Animal Crossing. Well I never played Animal Crossing that much. To be honest, it did not suck. Neither It was aiming to be Animal Crossing. The price I bought it for, seems like I pirated
    Stardew Valley

    When I first bought this game, I expected it to be an unfinished cheap indie title that would suck so bad. The first thing that came to my head was that this game is a cheap copy of Animal Crossing. Well I never played Animal Crossing that much.

    To be honest, it did not suck. Neither It was aiming to be Animal Crossing. The price I bought it for, seems like I pirated the game, and on top of that, I got addicted to it.

    The visuals, the soundtrack, gameplay mechanics are simplistic, yet amazing and has a charm to it. It's a great package I'd say. Plus it runs smoothly.

    That's really all I have to say about this. Definitely a game, everyone should try.
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  44. Apr 25, 2022
    9
    Played more than 200 hours on single player, 100+ hours on multiplayer. I think she deserves a 9 out of 10, I liked a lot of things, like the mixed knot, the content in version 1.5, and much more.
  45. Jul 17, 2022
    9
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  46. Jul 12, 2022
    9
    Dieses Spiel ist das Harvest Moon auf das ich lange gewartet habe.
    Da ich persönlich gern kämpfe, dürfte das Kampf System noch ausgebaut werden.
    Alles in allem aber einfach nur Top.
  47. Jul 25, 2022
    10
    If your life is bad, play this game and isolate yourself from the real world. I've been playing this game for a long time and it made me addicted to it, its fascinating atmosphere is really perfect
  48. Jul 30, 2022
    10
    Wonderful soundtrack
    relaxing gameplay
    touching stories

    My absolute go to game on a bad day, I revisit it just to go fishing and listen to the rain. Also a delight with friends. Makes for a good game to introduce someone you love to games as a whole.
  49. Aug 26, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stardew Valley is a neat game entirely made by a single person. The moment you start playing this game, it pulls you in with a promise of a lazy afternoon, with its slow-going gameplay style, and casual elements. The game doesn't rush you forward towards your objective. One can choose to do it later, or never, in fact. The player can set their own pace in terms of exploring the mechanics of basic things such as farming or gaining friendship with villagers. That's what kept me coming back to this title sporadically. A lot of people have already expressed their opinion about basically everything else, so there goes my humble opinion into the pile. Expand
  50. Sep 17, 2022
    9
    A really lovely and solid game, perfect for getting lost in. Robust and charming. Lost points for some UX issues but that’s it.
  51. Sep 26, 2022
    10
    Eric did such an outstanding work on the game by himself. Though, not everything is perfect, the worst thing that is in this game - the battling system, it just sucks. The game also has a lot of bugs (visual and even game-breaking), but still, Stardew Valley is my second favourite game.
  52. Dec 17, 2022
    9
    The game has so much to offer. There are many things to do in the game such as mining, fishing, farming, growing crops, exploring, designing house, fighting monsters, meeting new people. I have spent more than 100 hours and I had fun most of the time. It was a peaceful experience overall.
  53. Nov 24, 2022
    10
    I love how the game is so calm and you can always do stuff and stop doing things. i love how you can make the farm so beautiful and calm
  54. Nov 26, 2022
    8
    10 - Masterpiece
    9 - Amazing
    8 - Great
    7 - Good
    6 - Okay
    5 - Mediocre
    4 - Bad
    3 - Awful
    2 - Painful
    1 - Unbearable
  55. Nov 27, 2022
    9
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  56. Dec 5, 2022
    9
    Stardew Valley is a polished, thoughtful experience which everyone can enjoy. No matter how slow or serious you take the game, the easily understandable gameplay never seems dull or repetitive. Stardew Valley is a shining example of the farming game genre which will most likely stand at the top for a long time.
  57. Jul 1, 2023
    10
    I never get tired of this game. Since its original release I had bought it multiple times for different platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, Android Phone, Xbox and now PC.
    Stardew Valley is a game everyone must experience. 10/10!
  58. Jul 21, 2023
    10
    The BEST farming game ever made. Very relaxing and calm. Everyone should play it. NOW.
  59. Jan 1, 2023
    8
    sweet and cute **** game, very soft and as long as you want it to be, with a slow yet complete gameplay
    more than just a farm simulator for sure, but still a farm simulator
  60. Jan 3, 2023
    10
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  61. Jan 15, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece.

    Relaxing, charming and beautiful.

    I don't need to say anything else.
  62. Jun 2, 2023
    10
    A spiritual successor to Harvest Moon that manages to surpass it. I was hesitant at first but it's truly an amazing game. It could only be improved with better character art.
  63. Jan 25, 2023
    9
    Stardew Valley é um game que, de início, apresenta um conceito simples que se assemelha a Harvest Moon, mas todos sabem que é muito mais do que isso. O sentimento de leveza e curiosidade ao explorar o vasto mundo do Vale do Orvalho, combatendo os inúmeros monstros nas minas, socializando com os aldeões que possuem um caráter comportamental de excelentíssima qualidade para um jogo indie,Stardew Valley é um game que, de início, apresenta um conceito simples que se assemelha a Harvest Moon, mas todos sabem que é muito mais do que isso. O sentimento de leveza e curiosidade ao explorar o vasto mundo do Vale do Orvalho, combatendo os inúmeros monstros nas minas, socializando com os aldeões que possuem um caráter comportamental de excelentíssima qualidade para um jogo indie, cuidando de sua fazenda todos os dias e que te não faz ficar cansado. Ainda levando em consideração a arte muito bem feita e a trilha sonora característica que sempre distribui um aconchego ao seus ouvidos.

    É um game espetacular, se tornou meu jogo favorito, igualmente para outros jogadores como eu.
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  64. Jan 31, 2023
    9
    This is a fun little game you can get lost it. It is peaceful and you will have fun doing everything you do. You can invest hundreds of hours and every second will be fun. Except for one of the minigames. Screw that minecart minigame.
    Now, ignoring that, this is an amazing game where you can achieve many things and all of them, while slow, are always entertaining, interesting and
    This is a fun little game you can get lost it. It is peaceful and you will have fun doing everything you do. You can invest hundreds of hours and every second will be fun. Except for one of the minigames. Screw that minecart minigame.
    Now, ignoring that, this is an amazing game where you can achieve many things and all of them, while slow, are always entertaining, interesting and rewarding. If you achieve something it does not only feel good on its own, you also immediately notice the positive impact. This is one of the few games where I got truely lost in and I want to bravo it for that.
    There were also lots of fun updates so far, adding dozens of hours of content, and there are likely more to come.
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  65. Feb 28, 2023
    10
    Stardew Valley é um jogo fofo com uma premissa simples, você está cansado de seu atual trabalho, abre uma carta do seu avô e nela há a escritura da herança onde ele deixou para você uma pacata fazenda.
    A partir dai você começa sua vida no campo retirando os primeiros galhos e pedras e arando seu primeiro metro quadrado de solo até ter uma fazenda autossuficiente no futuro.
    A gameplay do
    Stardew Valley é um jogo fofo com uma premissa simples, você está cansado de seu atual trabalho, abre uma carta do seu avô e nela há a escritura da herança onde ele deixou para você uma pacata fazenda.
    A partir dai você começa sua vida no campo retirando os primeiros galhos e pedras e arando seu primeiro metro quadrado de solo até ter uma fazenda autossuficiente no futuro.
    A gameplay do jogo tem um rítmo lento, assim como uma pequena horta em casa requer dedicação, tempo e uma pitada de amor, o jogo possui um sistema de calendário simples de 28 dias (cada dia passa em alguns minutos) em que cada um representa uma estação do ano.
    A cada dia e a cada estação sua fazenda vai evoluindo e seu relacionamento com os integrantes daquele vilarejo vai se intensificando.
    Um jogo muito relaxante, gostoso de se jogar, com historia e personagens cativantes, e uma gameplay de simulador/rpg divertida e gostosa.
    A história apesar de muito simples é fofa e cativante e cada personagem tem seu brilho, trilha sonora e gostosa e a direção de arte é baseada nos jogos antigos.
    Recomendo esse jogo para pessoas que gostam de um passatempo gostoso, divertido e sem muito complicação.
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  66. Feb 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everyone talks about game's graphics or musics. But from my aspect, this isn't a regular game. This is a real experience to play with your friends and have fun without forced to do side or main missions. For those who doesn't know anything about game, I want to explain it with few words. Best farming game ever. Period. I played lots of farming games like farming, ranch simulator but I haven't seen a farming game like this ever in my life. So get this game and start playing. I can guarantee that you won't regret. Expand
  67. Feb 18, 2023
    10
    Story - 8

    Gameplay - 10 Graphics|Visuals - 8|10 (The difference is, the graphics are ok, but the way the graphics are used is a 10/10 if that makes sense). SFX|Music - 10|9 Pleasure - 10 Atmosphere - 10 Length - About 50 hours, and about 160 for 100% Replayability - For sure, you can go back with mods, for 100% completion, or just for fun because now you know how to play the game.
    Story - 8

    Gameplay - 10

    Graphics|Visuals - 8|10 (The difference is, the graphics are ok, but the way the graphics are used is a 10/10 if that makes sense).

    SFX|Music - 10|9

    Pleasure - 10

    Atmosphere - 10

    Length - About 50 hours, and about 160 for 100%
    Replayability - For sure, you can go back with mods, for 100% completion, or just for fun because now you know how to play the game.

    Co-Op|Co-Op Enjoyability - Yes|10

    NPCs - 8

    Combat - 8

    Controls - 9

    Mod Community - 10

    Cross Platform - No. (As of Feb 2023).

    What it's like to play: Stardew Valley is a grindy farming game. You farm, ranch, mine, fish, and build relationships with the NPCs in Pelican Town. But of course Pelican Town isn't the only location in Stardew Valley. You can visit another location that I won't spoil. However there is a negative of this game. It's a confusing game, and you will almost definitely need to use the wiki page to know how to do a lot of stuff.

    Overall: 8.6

    I highly recommend this game, 10/10 for me. Although it totals to 8.6, I truly love this game. The negative of needing a wiki is only a problem because of how much amazing content there is.
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  68. Feb 21, 2023
    10
    Stardew takes a simple concept and turns it into something so touching and magical. I love this game. The art style is charming and the music is beautiful. The best part is that there are so many hidden secrets that you can discover.
  69. Aug 28, 2023
    9
    (Reseña sacada de mi cuenta de Steam: APolChrome)

    80 horas (lo que me ha valido para jugar los 3 primeros años de la granja) de Stardew Valley y siento que no he visto ni la mitad del contenido. Stardew Valley es un juego excelente que busca dar una experiencia de calma en la industria. Y es necesario tener juegos como este. En una época que todos los juegos son mundos abiertos masivos
    (Reseña sacada de mi cuenta de Steam: APolChrome)

    80 horas (lo que me ha valido para jugar los 3 primeros años de la granja) de Stardew Valley y siento que no he visto ni la mitad del contenido. Stardew Valley es un juego excelente que busca dar una experiencia de calma en la industria. Y es necesario tener juegos como este. En una época que todos los juegos son mundos abiertos masivos con gráficos mejores que la vida real, con un montón de mecánicas, vienen bien juegos así, simples pero que por su premisa sacan prácticamente horas infinitas de entretenimiento. Tengo muchas cosas que decir, así que empezamos.

    Stardew Valley ha establecido unos estándares para un género tan de nicho como el de gestión de granja que casi ningún juego va a poder cumplirlos. Recordemos que está desarrollado por 1 persona y el curro que lleva detrás es una locura. El gameplay es increíble. No quiero centrarme en controles (porque no hace falta), pero si en las actividades y el "loop" de juego. Este juego nos proporciona 5 maneras principales de conseguir dinero: agricultura, ganadería, recolección, minería y pesca. Cada una tiene distintas mecánicas y herramientas, pero da igual cuál hagas. Eso es lo mejor. El juego nunca te obliga a hacer algo. De hecho, por hacer puedes solo recoger los objetos que hay por Pueblo Pelícano y ya. Pero las mecánicas que rodean a las formas son tan buenas, que vas a hacer todas. Voy a explicarlas un poco.

    -Agricultura: azada para arar la tierra y semillas para plantar. cada estación tiene ciertos cultivos que se venden a muy buenos precios y que requieren de ciertos días regándolos (cuanto más tarden, más dinero valen). Con esto, ya tenemos algo para hacer en el comienzo del día.
    -Ganadería: criar animales para conseguir objetos. Aunque suene simple, puedes hacerte amigo de tus animales y pueden enfadarse si no les das comida (no ten dan nada). Cuanta más amistad tengan, mejores productos te darán. Otra cosa para complementar al inicio del día con la agricultura
    -Minería: en mi opinión la mejor. Hay una mina principal (otra está en el desierto de Calico) en la que tienes que ir descendiendo poco a poco, y cada cinco pisos hay ascensor. Es una manera fácil y a la vez arriesgada de conseguir dinero, por los monstruos que hay en la mina. Esta actividad suele ocupar mucho del día.
    -Recolección: recoger cosas del mapa. Ya está
    -Pesca: el mejor sistema de pesca que he visto. No se basa en machacar tu dedo contra un botón, sino que tienes que seguir al pez con una barrita verde mientras sube y baja. También genera bastante, aunque depende mucho de la hora del día y la estación.

    Solo estas 5 mecánicas, hacen que cada día salgas y tengas algo con lo que llenar el día. Ya fuera de esto, la cantidad de cosas por hacer es inmensa. El centro cívico es increíble y aporta al juego una vida útil muy alta, teniendo que jugar todas las estaciones y conocerlas, además de que ayuda a restaurar el pueblo. Esto sumado al museo, que me queda bastante y que se centra en la mina sobre todo, aportando más valor a la minería. La manera de socializar con los vecinos es real. No es como en otros que le regalas cualquier cosa y le gusta. Aquí cada uno tiene sus gustos y te pueden decir a la cara odio tu regalo. Además de que la progresión de todo es muy natural y no se sienten avances ni muy rápidos ni muy lentos. Puedes casarte y formar una familia, ir a un desierto para conseguir más materiales. Los eventos del juego están muy logrados y aunque se repitan en los años, se sienten distintos de cierta manera. La sensación de comunidad es increíble... Me dejo un millón de cosas, pero Stardew Valley tiene un gameplay perfecto.

    Audiovisualmente, está bastante bien, sobre todo si tenemos en cuenta que lo ha hecho una sola persona. Los gráficos son buenos, y el estilo artístico muy bonito (con una paleta de colores claros muy bonita) y la OST está bien, no destaca excesivamente pero es aceptable.

    La narrativa es buena para dar contexto, aunque no tiene mucho peso en el juego. Si que tiene muchas cosas pero no se siente muy completa la narrativa.

    Resumiendo, Stardew Valley es tan bueno que ya no podremos jugar a otro juego de granjas sin pensar en él. Hace todo tan bien, que se hace una calma de jugar. Obra maestra y recomendadísimo (pero juégalo por favor no me dejes aquí con la reseña y tú sin el juego)
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  70. Mar 5, 2023
    10
    10/10 Stardew Valley is a amazing game! You can get hot **** which i cant do irl.
  71. Apr 27, 2023
    10
    I want to be a farmer. I want to catch a fish. I want to go to mine. I want to spend all of my money for gift.
  72. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Amo este juego, nunca me había viciado tanto a un videojuego, es increíble, tanto la música como los personajes y todo lo que puedes hacer, realmente lo recomiendo a todo el mundo que le guste este genero
  73. May 1, 2023
    10
    A pioneer in its genre and indie games. Thanks to Dear Eric Barone for being so persistent in creating this game.
  74. May 4, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stardew valley çiftlik kurabileceğiniz ve hatta evlene bileceğiniz bir yaşam simülatörü . Arkadaşlarınızla birleşip oynaya bileceğiniz türden eğlenceli bir oyun. Oynamanızı öneririm
    Oyunun eksik kısımları ise şunlar oynadıktan bir süre sonra herşey sapasarıyor artık npclerin repliklerini bile ezberliyorsunuz ve ayrıca mevsimlerin değişmesine rağmen karaklterler karlı havada t-shirt ile geziyorlar bunların çoğu mod ile düzeltilse bile sürekli mod yüklemek sıkıyor
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  75. Jun 29, 2023
    9
    it good

    i like feeling happy while playing games
    reviews have to be 75 characters so i'm adding this part to fluff it up
  76. Jul 16, 2023
    10
    Saka maka 500 saatden fazla oynamışımdır. Hahahahahahahahahhahahahahahhahahaha
  77. Jul 24, 2023
    8
    +Abi bana bi goth gf hafif otistik olsun veganlık atma resim çiziyo olsun
    -Tarot baksın mı?
    +baksın abi yanına kült anime hayranlığı ekle
    -başka bi şey var mı kardeşim?
    +Sigara bağımlısı olsun abi saç dipleri belirmeye başlasın
    -Tamamdır kardeşim
    +Borcum nedir abi?
    -Akıl sağlığın kardeşim.
    +Ellerine sağlık abi kolay gelsin iyi günler.
  78. Jul 25, 2023
    10
    Solo puedo definir esta obra maestra en una simple palabra: JUEGAZO. Si estas dudando en si comprártelo o no, más allá de que el precio del juego es un regalo y más cuando esta de oferta, puedo poner fe ciegamente con mis más de 63hs en este juego, que te conviene comprarlo, no lo dudes, es muy entretenido, una estética muy bonita, un soundtrack que es una JOYITA, muy relajante pero eso noSolo puedo definir esta obra maestra en una simple palabra: JUEGAZO. Si estas dudando en si comprártelo o no, más allá de que el precio del juego es un regalo y más cuando esta de oferta, puedo poner fe ciegamente con mis más de 63hs en este juego, que te conviene comprarlo, no lo dudes, es muy entretenido, una estética muy bonita, un soundtrack que es una JOYITA, muy relajante pero eso no significa que no te de sus buenas peleas/retos. Se nota que Eric Barone (Creador de Stardew) le dio mucho amor y cariño a este juego y que aunque este desarrollando su nuevo juego "Haunted Chocolatier" que con los avances que nos muestra, se lo ve muy prometedor, no a dejado completamente de lado a Stardew, por el contrario, sigue actualizando y arreglando pequeños detalles del mismo. No voy a contar nada sobre el juego porque es muy gratificante explorarlo por uno mismo y sorprenderse con cada detalle que nos dejo el creador. Simplemente agradecer a Eric Barone por darnos este mimo al alma llamado "Stardew Valley" y a esperar con ansias su nuevo titulo que se lo ve incluso más adictivo que nuestro juego de granja!

    The translation of the text into English:

    I can only define this masterpiece in one simple word: AMAZING. If you're hesitating whether to buy it or not, beyond the fact that the game's price is a steal, especially when it's on sale, I can vouch blindly, with my more than 63 hours spent in this game, that it's worth buying without a doubt. It's incredibly entertaining, with a beautiful aesthetic and a soundtrack that's an absolute gem, very relaxing, but that doesn't mean it won't give you some good battles and challenges.

    You can tell that Eric Barone (Creator of Stardew) poured a lot of love and care into this game, and even though he's working on his new game "Haunted Chocolatier," which looks very promising based on the previews, he hasn't completely abandoned Stardew. On the contrary, he continues to update and fix small details in the game. I won't spoil anything about the game because it's so rewarding to explore it yourself and be amazed by every detail the creator has left for us.

    I just want to express my gratitude to Eric Barone for giving us this soulful delight called "Stardew Valley," and I eagerly await his new title, which seems even more addictive than our beloved farming game!
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  79. Sep 8, 2023
    9
    It's still a very charming RPG that lingers in my memory. The valuable experiences gained from this game will likely stay with me for a long time.
  80. Aug 9, 2023
    10
    What a masterpiece, for everyone who loves old gameboy styled games.
    The graphic style is made oldish but the game itself feels so new and innovative, its full of cool ideas, and cute events, many things to do, the only maybe not so perfect categorie in this is the fighting.
    But even with that, the game made me play 400hours and more.
  81. Aug 12, 2023
    10
    esse jogo é maravilhoso, ele é muito bem pensado, com vários detalhes super legais! todos deveria ter essa experiencia. ele é super compativel e leve, jogue!
  82. Aug 14, 2023
    9
    Best farm game i ever played and not only a farm game u must play that game if u have free time or want to relax
  83. Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Quando minha esposa me chamou para jogar, achei que íamos jogar uma vez ou outra, bem ocasionalmente. Hoje em dia é quase como uma parte da rotina, um ritual: depois do trabalho e do jantar, jogar algumas horas de Stardew Valley para esquecer dos problemas do dia e conseguir dormir bem pra enfrentar o mundo.
  84. Aug 17, 2023
    10
    this game is very good, its soundtrack is great, the character development is amazing and I have no criticisms for this game.
  85. Aug 20, 2023
    9
    Uno dei titoli che mi ha fatto passare più ore davanti al PC! Seppure non sia un granché a me è piaciuto tantissimo e lo raccomando a tutte le persone che ci vogliono giocare da sole o in coop in Lan.
  86. Sep 9, 2023
    9
    Meilleur jeu de ferme, un vrai classique super addictif, un vrai chef d'oeuvre. 18/20
  87. Sep 7, 2023
    10
    İndie oyunların Atatürk'ü pcde 700 saatim var 1 dakikası bile sıkılmadım.
  88. Sep 7, 2023
    8
    Cozy game that lets you do a lot of stuff either alone, with your friends or partner. I myself played this game with my girlfriend and it's been nothing but an awesome experience. Loved every minute of it!
  89. Sep 10, 2023
    9
    Stardew Valley is a joy to play. Each in game day takes about 15 minutes to complete and I constantly found myself saying 'just one more day' late into the night. At this point I have had 2 singleplayer playthroughs and played 3 different multiplayer playthroughs.

    The game is super relaxing, though at the beginning it can feel a bit overwhelming. There is so much to do and not enough
    Stardew Valley is a joy to play. Each in game day takes about 15 minutes to complete and I constantly found myself saying 'just one more day' late into the night. At this point I have had 2 singleplayer playthroughs and played 3 different multiplayer playthroughs.

    The game is super relaxing, though at the beginning it can feel a bit overwhelming. There is so much to do and not enough energy! Soon enough you'll have cleaned up your farm and get lost fishing an entire day away. You'll soon find yourself planning your next days activity well in advanced. Is it going to rain? How many crops do I want to plant? Man that is going to be a lot of watering if I do that...

    The main downside to Stardew Valley is that you really have to give yourself goals. The game is open ended as far as 'beating' the game. I wouldn't say it's hard to 'beat' the game or anything, which really boils down to can you complete a set of different turn-ins the game sets out for you. It can be a bit of a collectathon in someways, but its definitely not egregious.

    The romance options can seem a bit limiting, but largely this is due to the fact that it took a lot of inspiration from the Harvest Moon series. Of course that really setup the general set of gameplay, but I believe it perfected the art/genre for Harvest Moon style games.

    I feel its worth mentioning that this game was fully developed by one person, which in itself is a marvel. They did all the programing, music creation, art asset design, and story writing. Everything all molded by one person really is inspiring. If I were to temper my review with this fact alone I would have a hard time not giving it a 10, but I feel like that then no other game could really compare to it, so when comparing it as a whole I'd say it's easily an 85-90.
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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 30
  2. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Jul 19, 2017
    92
    Stardew Valley is without a doubt the best game in the Harvest Moon genre in many years. It has a subtle message about what it means to live a good life and to flourish through a combination of hard work and human connection. The Harvest Moon games all basically boil down to managing a mix of time, tasks, and metrics, and recent entries in the series have relied heavily on exploiting a new gameplay gimmick with each iteration: in one it's crafting structures for the town, in another it's trading with foreign economies. The problem with this approach is that once these gimmicks are exhausted — all the houses built or all the goods traded — the games feel hollow. Stardew Valley succeeds by delivering a robust experience that does not merely rely on watching a meter go up. It has something to say and says it well, while never abandoning the core gameplay that attracted players in the first place.
  2. Sep 23, 2016
    90
    Don't start this game if you value relationships, your job, your social life, and having free time. Stardew Valley will take all of that away from you, but it's okay because it's a great game.
  3. Jul 25, 2016
    85
    Stardew Valley is a fine, smart farm simulation game. It is slow and it involves a lot of daily tasks, but in Stardew Valley there is something ingenious about those tasks.