Stardew Valley

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1599 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 101 out of 1599
  3. Negative: 84 out of 1599

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  1. RZX22D9
    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.
  2. DeathReis
    Nov 2, 2021
    8
    Farm Ville Remaster :D Bu dediğim tabiki işin geyiği ama cidden oyunu oynarken Farm Ville de eğlendiğim gibi eğlendim gelin inceleyelim

    Artıları +Çiftçilik Mekanikleri Basit Ve Eğlenceli +Çiftçiliğin Yanında Hayvancılık,Madencilik Ve Balıkçılık Gibi Farklı Ve Para Getiren İşlerle de Uğraşabilirsiniz +Oyunun Sizi Hiçbir Yerden Kısıtlamaması Güzel Yani Ne Halt Yersen Ye Diyor Oyun    Farm Ville Remaster :D Bu dediğim tabiki işin geyiği ama cidden oyunu oynarken Farm Ville de eğlendiğim gibi eğlendim gelin inceleyelim

    Artıları
    +Çiftçilik Mekanikleri Basit Ve Eğlenceli
    +Çiftçiliğin Yanında Hayvancılık,Madencilik Ve Balıkçılık Gibi Farklı Ve Para Getiren İşlerle de Uğraşabilirsiniz
    +Oyunun Sizi Hiçbir Yerden Kısıtlamaması Güzel Yani Ne Halt Yersen Ye Diyor Oyun
    +Grafikler Şirin Ve Hoş
    +Savaş Mekanikleri Basit Ama Bu Oyun İçin Yeterli
    +Çiftlik Kurmak Zor Değil Ama Kolay da Değil

    Eksileri
    -Oyundaki Enerji Sistemi Saçma Niye Varki Diyorsunuz Bir Süre Sonra Oyunu Birçok Yönden Kısıtlıyor
    Ve Zevk Almanızı Engelliyor Benim Tavsiyem Mod Kurun
    -İlişki Sistemi Güzel Ve Hoş Olsa da Bir Süre Sonra Tekrara Bağlıyor
    -Oyunda Para Kazanmak Zor Yani Eşşek Gibi Çalışmak Zorundasınız
    -Oyun Modlu Yada Bir Arkadaşınızla Oynamayınca 20 Saat Gibi Sürede Sıkabiliyor Tavsiyem Mod Kurun
    -Steam Atölyesi Yok Böyle Bir Oyun İçin Büyük Eksik

    İnceleme Bu Kadar Keşke Geliştiricisi Steam Atölyesi Getirseydi Mod Geliştirmek Ve Kurmak Daha Basit Olurdu Hala Basit Ama Daha Basit Olsa Fena Olmazdı

    83/100    … Expand
  3. koplo
    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
  4. BuiHuuHoaVN
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
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  5. hange122
    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.
  6. samueltubb
    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.
  7. Pudges
    Sep 22, 2021
    0
    i spent hours on this game exactly almost 300hours I definitely recommend this for you to play
  8. Muertetotal7
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Es de los mejores juegos que puedes encontrar para cualquier consola/pc/móvil. Lo primero es que cualquier dispositivo lo puede correr ya que no necesita mucho RAM, además de eso los gráficos son preciosos y la música simple pero al mismo tiempo especial habiendo momentos en lo que te toca la patata. La historia es muy buena, se preocupa por la historia personal de cada uno de losEs de los mejores juegos que puedes encontrar para cualquier consola/pc/móvil. Lo primero es que cualquier dispositivo lo puede correr ya que no necesita mucho RAM, además de eso los gráficos son preciosos y la música simple pero al mismo tiempo especial habiendo momentos en lo que te toca la patata. La historia es muy buena, se preocupa por la historia personal de cada uno de los personajes, cinemáticas especiales con cada uno y más cosas que hacen que descubramos como son los personajes en realidad, además de la posibilidad de poder casarte con un hombre o una mujer sin asumir tu sexualidad, poder tener o adoptar hijos y lo mejor de todo en mi opinión que crecen, no son una cosa para entretenerte o para completar el juego al completo, si no que es otra parte totalmente distinta, de pasar de cuidar animales y una granja, ahora a hijos, un desafío que no es difícil pero aún así engancha y hace que pillemos cariño. El juego se centra en la granja y el cultivar para ganar dinero, pero eso no es todo, puedes cultivar, puede tener animales, puedes dedicarte a ayudar a la gente, a caerles mejor en a la gente, en las minas, en recolectar, en saber la historia de todos, eso es uno de los puntos más fuertes de stardew valley, que siempre vas a tener un objetivo que hacer y todos los días van a ser distintos, pudiendo tener una granja de 5 años y seguir sin completar el juego, pero estando avanzado. Un resumen rápido de este juego es que es una obra maestra que se preocupa por todos los detalles y lo que quiere es que tengas una experiencia increíble, además de poder jugar con amigos y divertirte con ellos jugándolo. Por el juegazo que es y los buenos recuerdos que me trae le daría un 11/10… Expand
  9. TereDim
    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
  10. LUCIDDREAM4444
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games of all time so far! It's so fk good, can't wait for the new upgrade… Expand
  11. Reviewconnoiser
    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.
  12. Jullai
    Jul 10, 2021
    10
    I absolutely loved playing Stardew valley! There was love put into this game, and it shows. It seems so simple at first but there is so much attention to detail, a must buy!
  13. pixli
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    It's a great game. Nice Farming sim which makes a lot of fun when you like grinding.
  14. Methias
    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.    … Expand
  15. Rudey21
    Jun 20, 2021
    9
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  16. YetAnotherJohn
    Jun 10, 2021
    10
    A beautiful, unforgettable slice-of-life experience, Stardew Valley is basically everything good about the Harvest Moon formula distilled and then sweetened with its own touch of unique personality. There are catchy, memorable tunes for every season and festival, you get special interactions with basically every villager as your relationships develop, and there's a wild variety ofA beautiful, unforgettable slice-of-life experience, Stardew Valley is basically everything good about the Harvest Moon formula distilled and then sweetened with its own touch of unique personality. There are catchy, memorable tunes for every season and festival, you get special interactions with basically every villager as your relationships develop, and there's a wild variety of customization options for your farm. You can make a fortune as a cattle ranch, convert your entire property into a bee sanctuary or have large crop rotations managed with automated sprinklers and magical sprites.

    You're free to take this as a game to relax, enjoying the idyllic fantasy of living in a small, friendly community while managing a steadily improving farm, or you can focus on the relationships you build with the people and get a surprisingly deep level of connection and characterization out of the NPCs. There are literally moments and interactions I still reminisce about years after my first playthrough, and whenever I fire the game up I know I'll end up playing it for dozens of hours.    … Expand
  17. Mandulum
    Jun 9, 2021
    10
    It can be surprising how enjoyable something as simple as (virtual) farming can be. I purchased the game once they released coop and had a ton of fun with it. There's a lot here to enjoy and a good amount of different things to do. Plus it's super simple so even your non-gaming spouses/siblings will enjoy it.
    The festivals, unfortunately, are lacking and quickly become a waste of    It can be surprising how enjoyable something as simple as (virtual) farming can be. I purchased the game once they released coop and had a ton of fun with it. There's a lot here to enjoy and a good amount of different things to do. Plus it's super simple so even your non-gaming spouses/siblings will enjoy it.
    The festivals, unfortunately, are lacking and quickly become a waste of daylight. Thankfully they are skippable.

    Date Retired: 2021-03-14
    Playtime: (~ 70h vanilla, ~ 70h Expanded)
    Enjoyment: 10/10
    Recommendation: It's a great game, all the better with coach coop.    … Expand
  18. KyawYelYint
    May 30, 2021
    0
    A MUST have game. Have fun with your friends or chill alone. Those who don't like this game is from employees from Joja mart. I knew it.
  19. SeyeerGame
    May 28, 2021
    0
    Игра очень скучна и в конце концов надоедает. К сожалению, но это так. Как бы я себя не заставлял продвинуться, никак не получалось. Игра могла быть хорошей, но не вышло
  20. Yusufomer
    May 27, 2021
    10
    Five years later ı play this game and ı just think that game is awesome. Pixel art not best but it is very good. The Story and cut-scenes are varied and you always want to see more and more scene. Game design is very good. And damn bro I really feel in valley. Worth your money. BUY BUY BUY
  21. Sh1kigamii
    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
  22. PsychoJoona
    May 8, 2021
    4
    Really boooring, not fun at least for me. It has some fun things but after 40 hours it doesn't get better than that. Soundtrack is awful too and sound effects-
  23. Thanatos909
    May 7, 2021
    2
    ОЧЕРЕДНАЯ "ШЕДЕВРАЛЬНАЯ" ИГРА!
    Не смог удержаться перед огромным восторгом массы от этой игры и решил поиграть... Восторг не разделил.
    Атмосфера - хорошая. Музыка - конкретно под атмосферу этой игры - нормально. На этом, для меня, достоинства игры заканчиваются. Дальше начинается бесконечный гринд ВСЕГО подряд, разбавленный унылыми и неинтересными ивентами. =) Час собирал камни и    ОЧЕРЕДНАЯ "ШЕДЕВРАЛЬНАЯ" ИГРА!
    Не смог удержаться перед огромным восторгом массы от этой игры и решил поиграть... Восторг не разделил.
    Атмосфера - хорошая.
    Музыка - конкретно под атмосферу этой игры - нормально.
    На этом, для меня, достоинства игры заканчиваются.
    Дальше начинается бесконечный гринд ВСЕГО подряд, разбавленный унылыми и неинтересными ивентами. =)
    Час собирал камни и палки? Отлично, у нас тут ивент, пора бы собрать разбросанные по деревне яйца , м, ок...
    Рыбалка не отличается от остального унылого райт-клик гринда помойки в виде камней и т.д.
    Боёвка такой же унылый, деревянный, гринд.
    Ферма - тривиальное поливание.
    Персонажи совершенно не заинтересовывают, - болванчики с парой фраз.
    Всё же захотел взаимодействий с другими персонажами?
    Хорошо, друг, гринди с ними отношения и гринди им на подарки, потом авось поймёшь кому что дарить без помощи гугла, это же так интересно =D.
    Игра - тривиальная убивалка времени, не больше, о каком ещё увлекательном игровом опыте вы толкуете?! Ладно, раз народ действительно УВЛЕКЛО всё это(судя по количеству положительных отзывов) так тому и быть.
    В очередной раз убеждаюсь что не стоит вестись на оверхайп какой-либо очередной "гениальной"(посредственной) игры...
    Итог - 2 срубленных дерева из 1000.    … Expand
  24. Aldadog
    Apr 29, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game, would reccoment to anyone who remotely likes sandbox games, it has lots of charm and NO THE ARTSTYLE IS NOT BAD GRAPHOCS, ITS CALLED PIXEL ART
  25. elefsar
    Apr 22, 2021
    4
    Mediocre story, bad game play, boring, bad graphic choice for me. Didn't love the game simply.
  26. ShyFarmer
    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.
  27. freenik
    Mar 26, 2021
    0
    Seriously, before I even buy this game, I thought it will be a crappy copycat of Harvest Moon/牧場物語. This game turns out to be a superb piece and you can really feel how much passion the developer put into it. A lot of room for improvement but that does not hide this gem.
  28. llsamuellucall
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    A game-changer.
    The mechanics, story and characters make it impossible not to like Sradew Valley!
  29. UncleEd
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    Stardew Valley may look like a simple farming simulator with colorful graphics, but it is much more than that. In fact, it is the best game I have played in quite a while. You are a white-collar worker who one day chooses to walk away and move to your farmhouse left by your grandpa. You start farming, fishing, woodchopping. Seasons last 28 days and each season has its unique dynamics as toStardew Valley may look like a simple farming simulator with colorful graphics, but it is much more than that. In fact, it is the best game I have played in quite a while. You are a white-collar worker who one day chooses to walk away and move to your farmhouse left by your grandpa. You start farming, fishing, woodchopping. Seasons last 28 days and each season has its unique dynamics as to what you can plant. For your combat needs, there is a mine you can explore. You can cook, tailor…

    But most importantly, you interact with your fellow villagers. The game encourages you to talk to them frequently, and at times to give present, do a favor. As seasons pass, you will get to explore different personalities, become friends with people who may not appear nice at first impression. Character development is excellent, thanks to the one-man dev team Eric Barone, a.k.a. ConcernedApe.

    It’s hard to understand from gameplay videos why Stardew Valley is perfect at what it’s trying to do. Stardew Valley is the perfect game for escapism. It educates you with small details and there is a good possibility you may end up becoming a better person, just for having played it.    … Expand
  30. alivemau5
    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)
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Awards & Rankings

7
#7 Best PC Game of 2016
14
#14 Most Discussed PC Game of 2016
10
#10 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. RPG Fan
    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.
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  2. GameGrin
    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.
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  3. Gamer.nl
    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.
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