Stardew Valley

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 703 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 39 out of 703
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  1. SmellsLikeBacon
    Sep 19, 2019
    10
    Best Farming game ever!
    The music is awesome, the colors are perfectly combined and it's just so much fun!
    10/10
  2. Labrynna
    Jul 31, 2019
    10
    The "Harvest Moon" I always dreamed off.

    The growth of your farm itself is a bit slow because additional buildings and animals are quite expensive compared with the money you make. On the other side, it really feels like you have accomplished something whenever you managed to get a step closer to your dream farm. The villagers are lovely and especially the bachelors/bachelorettes    The "Harvest Moon" I always dreamed off.

    The growth of your farm itself is a bit slow because additional buildings and animals are quite expensive compared with the money you make. On the other side, it really feels like you have accomplished something whenever you managed to get a step closer to your dream farm.

    The villagers are lovely and especially the bachelors/bachelorettes have quite unique personalities that make them more dimensional and look like true human beings.    … Expand
  3. Leo_Manzano
    Jul 23, 2019
    10
    I was looking for something that could remind me of Harvest Moon, so I found stardew valley that not only reminded me of its predecessor but managed to overcome it.
    I was surprised by a game made with love in every detail with charismatic characters and a wide variety of items and mecanicas that make every day the opportunity to do something different. Soon found myself immersed in this    I was looking for something that could remind me of Harvest Moon, so I found stardew valley that not only reminded me of its predecessor but managed to overcome it.
    I was surprised by a game made with love in every detail with charismatic characters and a wide variety of items and mecanicas that make every day the opportunity to do something different. Soon found myself immersed in this amazing game easily spending over 100 hours in a relaxing and pleasurable daily life.    … Expand
  4. PandaMaster360
    Jun 18, 2019
    10
    Life is life. Can that be changed? Unfortunately, no. However, we can include this game in life and make it a whole lot better. Stardew Valley is an amazing game which will keep you intrigued for hours with its interesting characters and fun gameplay.
  5. iKentCole
    Jun 3, 2019
    10
    This is one of the best simulation games on the Nintendo Switch. It’s immersive, funny, and original (as far as farming simulations that have been done a hundred times go). It has great replay-ability and continues to offer a stream of free updates adding more content. For $15 this game is a no brainer.
  6. whowe
    May 15, 2019
    10
    This game looks so simple and then before I realize it, I have sunk 50 hours into it. To be able to play this game on the go is the best experience I have on farm simulation game.
  7. MyOpinionOnThis
    Apr 16, 2019
    10
    Wonderful farming game that I enjoy a lot and spend a lot of my free time playing.
    It's a perfect game to just play and relax watering crops and making a wonderful farm and have many animals to care for and many wonderful characters to talk to.
    The music in this game is wonderful too. I love it. Thanks to the Switch port I can now also play it without having to be in one place all the    Wonderful farming game that I enjoy a lot and spend a lot of my free time playing.
    It's a perfect game to just play and relax watering crops and making a wonderful farm and have many animals to care for and many wonderful characters to talk to.
    The music in this game is wonderful too. I love it.

    Thanks to the Switch port I can now also play it without having to be in one place all the time. It's perfect.    … Expand
  8. Malooga
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    I waited on Stardew Valley when it launched, despite being a solid Harvest Moon fan and everybody telling me it was an amazing title, I just wasn't feeling it.

    When it came to Switch I figured why not? If you, like me, waited on this game - you're doing yourself an injustice. The last time I used the words "perfect game" I think it was after Witcher 3 launched. Stardew Valley is a    I waited on Stardew Valley when it launched, despite being a solid Harvest Moon fan and everybody telling me it was an amazing title, I just wasn't feeling it.

    When it came to Switch I figured why not? If you, like me, waited on this game - you're doing yourself an injustice.

    The last time I used the words "perfect game" I think it was after Witcher 3 launched. Stardew Valley is a perfect game. Perfect sound, perfect gameplay - perfect embodiment of the classic in every way and it expands on those ideas even further.

    Within about 5-10 hours, you'll feel about as accomplished as you would at any point in classic Harvest Moon - and then the floodgates open up. This is a 50+ hour campaign, and you could easily sink three times that long into completing everything.

    Add a layered and deep social system, classic adventure style segments and a literal metric ton of things to unlock, progress in or complete - you will spend about as much time searching this tiny map of Stardew Valley as you would in the world of Skyrim or any other massive playing field.

    As a long time gamer, I can value this much more in terms of achievement - making a small space feel dense and full of life some dozens of hours into an experience is a much more meaty endeavor in my opinion, and much harder to pull off.

    The fact it was all done by one man is simply incredible, and I sincerely hope he's getting the support he needs to keep doing this - but I can't see how he wouldn't after an initial game like this.

    TLDR - just buy it, especially if you're a retro/RPG/simulation/adventure/good lord this game has everything fan. 100/10    … Expand
  9. ijol
    Jan 9, 2019
    9
    It's definitely Harvest Moon with lots of refinements in the story and level design.
    I really feel like I belong in the valley.
  10. neehawgamer
    Jan 8, 2019
    9
    Love this game so far! It can be a bit confusing, but the the graphics and the gameplay are amazing!
  11. Hertoc
    Dec 19, 2018
    7
    I didn't like the game. It offers a uncountable number of things to do, but it didn't give you a reason to do it. It was simply borring for me, however the game it well done, and have a lot of content.
  12. b00lpr0p
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    A fantastic relaxing game with a lot of stuff to do, and a fair price. A must have for Nintendo Switch.
  13. StoneBio
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    A simply and immersive game. Stardew Valley is not for everyone, but certainly has an amazing game play.
  14. dislexicpotato
    Nov 2, 2018
    8
    Stardew Valley is a very unique and memorable experience with a large variety of things to do and see. Its a great game that everyone should give a chance.
  15. SlothTheBork
    Oct 18, 2018
    10
    I absolutely love this game. My favorite of all time. The PC version is much superior to all other versions, considering the fact that it gets the newest updates months before all other systems, but what's great about the Switch version is that it's portable. You can take the amazing game that is Stardew Valley anywhere you want.
    You may be saying "Well, with the iOS version coming out    I absolutely love this game. My favorite of all time. The PC version is much superior to all other versions, considering the fact that it gets the newest updates months before all other systems, but what's great about the Switch version is that it's portable. You can take the amazing game that is Stardew Valley anywhere you want.
    You may be saying "Well, with the iOS version coming out next week at a cheaper price with 1.3 included, what's the point of buying the Switch version?"
    And to that I say:
    Well, when 1.3 DOES come to Switch, which will happen before all other consoles, it will include multiplayer. iOS won't.
    What I'm saying is that with the Switch version, you could go out to a party and play some Stardew Valley with some people. Now, I'll agree that Stardew Valley isn't the best party game out there, but hey, at least there's crossplay with Xbox One.    … Expand
  16. TheGameIsALie
    Oct 5, 2018
    9
    Stardew Valley é um jogo relaxante e extremamente divertido. A variedade de atividades para realizar mantém o jogador preso à tela e torna esse um dos jogos mais viciantes dos últimos anos. Merece ser jogado por qualquer pessoa que tenha acesso a ele, principalmente considerando o seu preço atual.
  17. ssesses
    Oct 3, 2018
    10
    Stardew Valley immediately puts you into this immersive world and gives you the wheel. You can do whatever you want almost immediately, and meeting the townspeople adds to this immersion. The relationships that you can create are incredible, and truly make you feel one with the community. Then, the game lets you grow at your own pace, meaning that you don't have to farm if you don't want.Stardew Valley immediately puts you into this immersive world and gives you the wheel. You can do whatever you want almost immediately, and meeting the townspeople adds to this immersion. The relationships that you can create are incredible, and truly make you feel one with the community. Then, the game lets you grow at your own pace, meaning that you don't have to farm if you don't want. There is a community center where you collect items and "beat" the game. But I fell so much in love with the world and Pelican Town, that I still haven't gotten around to this by year 3. There is never a requirement to do a certain thing, except for on holidays, where you gather with the community and just have fun hanging out. This game is so immersive and simple.… Expand
  18. Ryaweasel
    Sep 27, 2018
    7
    I haven't played this game that much, but I haven't enjoyed this game as much as would've liked. It's probably just not a game for me. though.
  19. Brettsinc
    Sep 9, 2018
    10
    A unique game with a very serene atmosphere and freedom to do what you want with unlimited possibilities and never ending replay value.
  20. DioXGaming
    Aug 24, 2018
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game has no ending even if you like it or not that there is no ending it will still suck because a game that is endless will grow dull and old and we humans desire more than an endless mode and the game was just a copy of a better game that people thinks it's terrible, in my opinion and other's perspective it's not worth buying or playing. Many people will ruin it for you especially it's forum. I asked for help in the forum and everyone just trolled me including the administrator and said bye and then they banned me without answering my question.

    The story isn't even that good, they just think Amazon is the illuminate and wants to drag you into hell and the main character quits its job and starts a new life in a barn which doesn't make sense because his grandpa owns a land and the character does not even use and live thereit in the first place even his mother doesn't lesson him to take over his grandpa's farmland.

    IT JUST DOESN'T MAKE SENSE!

    If you want to waste your time than playing Animal Crossing or Harvest Moon, you should just try it and see it for yourself.    … Expand
  21. JordaoMemoria
    Aug 13, 2018
    7
    O jogo foi feito com bastante cuidado e atenção pelos desenvolvedores mas não me envolveu o suficiente para que eu permanecesse jogando por muito tempo. De fato, achei um jogo mais ou menos.
  22. JBREEZY1167
    Jul 1, 2018
    10
    STARDEW VALLEY is a Fantastic Game. Id recommend getting this game behind Mario and Zelda. Its Amazing for the price and you will play countless hours perfecting your craft and helping villagers. All in All the game is a great challenge and I feel rewarded my time devoted to it.
  23. FranciscoM
    Jun 15, 2018
    9
    The only game I bought full price on the Switch is also the only game I have 100 plus hours of gameplay on the system. Being portable makes it easier to play anywhere and I often lose track of time playing it. One of the most enjoyable games I played in a very long time: it's addictive to grow you farm, complete quests and do a ton more things. There's always something else to do and waysThe only game I bought full price on the Switch is also the only game I have 100 plus hours of gameplay on the system. Being portable makes it easier to play anywhere and I often lose track of time playing it. One of the most enjoyable games I played in a very long time: it's addictive to grow you farm, complete quests and do a ton more things. There's always something else to do and ways to make it a even better experience.… Expand
  24. AllySky
    Jun 15, 2018
    10
    Play time vs Price, everyone and anyone gets their money's worth here. This game is simply amazing.
  25. WizardOfBangkok
    Jun 13, 2018
    9
    The only thing that stops me giving this a 10 is that I do not consider this an absolute jaw dropping masterpiece, but it’s pretty damn close.
    If you have never played this game then it’s the absolute perfect fit for the Nintendo Switch. Farming RPG with so much content it’s will give you a good 80 hours before you might get a bit bored, that being said I managed 100 and I’m still    The only thing that stops me giving this a 10 is that I do not consider this an absolute jaw dropping masterpiece, but it’s pretty damn close.
    If you have never played this game then it’s the absolute perfect fit for the Nintendo Switch. Farming RPG with so much content it’s will give you a good 80 hours before you might get a bit bored, that being said I managed 100 and I’m still enjoying it. A must buy.    … Expand
  26. Sonypony662
    Jun 13, 2018
    9
    Stardew Valley is one of the best games in the Eshop right now and it is because of the sheer variety of what you can do in the game. Personally I haven’t stopped since I first got it from the eshop. The game is just so damn addicting. I would highly recommend this game to anyone.
  27. mandoreen
    Jun 11, 2018
    10
    I waited ages for this game to come out to a handheld console. I sold my Vita months ago since it didnt seem like it would ever come out (I know is out for Vita or coming soon now though). Needless to say I was a huge fan of the original Harvest Moon games for Gameboy years ago and really don't like the direction the Harvest Moon series has taken in recent years with the basic tacky 3D artI waited ages for this game to come out to a handheld console. I sold my Vita months ago since it didnt seem like it would ever come out (I know is out for Vita or coming soon now though). Needless to say I was a huge fan of the original Harvest Moon games for Gameboy years ago and really don't like the direction the Harvest Moon series has taken in recent years with the basic tacky 3D art style and low production value. Its a shame what has happened to the Harvest Moon series but ALAS this is a review of Stardew Valley. Stardew Valley is everything the original Harvest Moon games were to me in the 90s and far more. I absolutely love it. If this was the only game I had on switch I would be fine with that. I have a hard time putting it down. There are so many options and so much to do and its just beautiful in every way. I love meeting all the characters in the town, taking care of my dog and animals and learning how to grow my crops and mine ore and craft equipment. Its like a hybrid of Harvest Moon with strong RPG elements sprinkled in with a bit of handheld Legend of Zelda flavoring and a good pinch of Animal Crossing. This game wears its inspirations proudly on its sleeves and does them all justice. If I could give this game an 11 out of 10 I would. This game is so relaxing and I love discovering how to do everything in the game on my own and very rarely look at wikis for help. Theres so much to discover and you can play it anyway you like. I cannot recommend this game highly enough. I just can't wait for them to add multiplayer!… Expand
  28. night4
    Jun 11, 2018
    8
    I'd give it a 9 or 10 if I didn't lose a 40 hour save to a bug.

    Besides that, this game is simply amazing. You can do whatever you want. There's no rush to complete things unless you put that pressure on yourself. You can marry candidates of either gender regardless of your gender. There's mining and fishing and farming and honey and wine and... omg just play it already.
  29. Yertle
    Jun 7, 2018
    8
    Great game and definitely worth the price! There is a lot to do and easy to sink at least 60+ hours into, although after that it got a bit on the slow side for me. The ability to play at your own pace and find your own objectives is excellent. A big surprise for me was the nicely done combat system, which I was not expecting in what I thought was mainly a farming game.
  30. runeasgar
    Jun 1, 2018
    10
    I had no clue what I was getting myself into with this game. I did not expect to spend so much time playing it. I'm still drawn to replay it. There's something for everyone in this game.. farming, combat, fishing, romance, relationships, that feeling of achievement from managing things. The polish and complexity is remarkable and unexpected. The music is great, too.
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#8 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#9 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
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#19 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Cubed3
    Jan 2, 2018
    90
    The portability of the Nintendo Switch makes this undoubtedly the best way to play Stardew Valley. Unless you are really keen on modding the game, the combination of easy portability and excellent controls makes this a staple in any well-rounded Switch library. It's still the same great farm simulator it was on PC - robust, full of secrets, and comes with an inescapable charm that will keep pulling you back in, season after season.
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  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Oct 30, 2017
    95
    Run, don't walk. Visit the valley and lose yourself in nature like millions of other fans have! [Issue #30 – November/December 2017, p. 26]
  3. Switch Player
    Oct 20, 2017
    90
    The farming simulator genre is back and better than ever! Stardew Valley provides you an experience that just grows more and more as you play. Every little thing, from planting to befriending the community, becomes surprisingly meaningful as your hard works comes to life in front of you. With tons of content, it’ll keep you hooked into living this calm, pleasurable and magical second life, all made better with Switch’s portability.
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