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  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
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  4. Dec 12, 2018
    10
    A simply and immersive game. Stardew Valley is not for everyone, but certainly has an amazing game play.
  5. 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.
  6. Sep 15, 2022
    9
    The highlight in the farming game genre. Fun with hundreds of hours that can be spent learning about the characters in the game, making your farm better and better, and adventuring in the caves. It's the best combination of relaxing after a bad day at work and satisfactory progress in the town of the game. The game is really deserving of this score and your time.
  7. Feb 4, 2020
    10
    This game is addicting, If you like collecting and harvest games, this one hits the right spot.
  8. 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.
  9. Nov 16, 2019
    9
    Melhor jogo de fazenda que joguei na vida, como um fã de longa data de Harvest Moon eu recebi um jogo com todos os bons aspectos dos jogos antigos e mais algumas ferramentas novas, apesar de ser um jogo indie e leve estranhei que o jogo sofre de alguns problemas de desempenho e uns bugs estranhos, mas que nao afetam tanto a gameplay na minha opinião, chega até ser engraçado, e o fator deMelhor jogo de fazenda que joguei na vida, como um fã de longa data de Harvest Moon eu recebi um jogo com todos os bons aspectos dos jogos antigos e mais algumas ferramentas novas, apesar de ser um jogo indie e leve estranhei que o jogo sofre de alguns problemas de desempenho e uns bugs estranhos, mas que nao afetam tanto a gameplay na minha opinião, chega até ser engraçado, e o fator de poder jogar com amigos online foi uma otima ideia visto que eu nao sou muito amigável com os npcs da vila e sendo um jogo que possa ser repetitivo e monotono pra algumas pessoas depois de um tempo é uma boa dividir o espaço pra interagir e pedir ajuda de um conhecido. Expand
  10. 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
  11. Feb 20, 2020
    8
    Form the start of this game you can feel the love that the creator has poured into this title. Probably one of the most perfect games ever.

    Perfect for the Nintendo Switch
  12. Nov 20, 2021
    10
    If I could only play 5 games for the rest of my life, Stardew Valley would be on the list. Beautiful game, and the dev (ConcernedApe) constantly adds free content to a $15 game. Best indie of all-time, IMO.
  13. Dec 9, 2019
    10
    One of the best games! It's relaxing and puts you in the charming setting of country life with added quirks like combat. I also like to add how grateful I am for the many free updates that the creator has released that many mainstream game company would sell as dlc.
  14. Nov 20, 2019
    10
    jogo relaxante e viciante, poderiam adicionar mais dialogos e personagens, ai seria perfeito
  15. May 22, 2020
    9
    Pros:
    Good pacing and feeling of steady progression
    Beautiful music Lots of customization Lovely sound design Lots to do and collect Fun gameplay Good story (don't expect an epic amazing storyline but it's pretty good writing for a video game and has a lot of heart) Cons: Character portraits are sort of ugly Repetitive gameplay Combat isn't that great Controls are annoying (it's easy to
    Pros:
    Good pacing and feeling of steady progression
    Beautiful music
    Lots of customization
    Lovely sound design
    Lots to do and collect
    Fun gameplay
    Good story (don't expect an epic amazing storyline but it's pretty good writing for a video game and has a lot of heart)

    Cons:
    Character portraits are sort of ugly
    Repetitive gameplay
    Combat isn't that great
    Controls are annoying (it's easy to accidentally skip an important cutscene, give away a priceless item or blow up half your farm by pressing the wrong button)

    Poured about 200 hours into this game and I still have lots left to do.
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  16. Aug 30, 2020
    8
    One of the greatest farming simulator/rpg games of all time! Stardew valley is a must play for people that enjoy relaxing, management, simulation, grinding and relationships building type of games. You can also play co op with your partner or friend and enjoy working on a farm together (the connection is not the most stable, looks like they could use better servers...) other then that, theOne of the greatest farming simulator/rpg games of all time! Stardew valley is a must play for people that enjoy relaxing, management, simulation, grinding and relationships building type of games. You can also play co op with your partner or friend and enjoy working on a farm together (the connection is not the most stable, looks like they could use better servers...) other then that, the games magnificent! Expand
  17. Dec 6, 2019
    9
    I have played Stardew Valley on the PS4 and on my Ipad and I have to say, it fits really good on the Nintendo Switch. Especially on the handheld mode. Great relaxing game. Its a must have for the Nintendo Switch!
  18. Feb 15, 2022
    9
    Perfect fit for the Switch! Very deep farming RPG and an effective time waster!
  19. Apr 24, 2021
    8
    For all its simple trappings, Stardew Valley is a farming/social/adventure simulator that is impressively playable for a good month or so.
  20. Aug 4, 2020
    10
    Another classic game that I picked up thanks to the Switch. This game is so fun!! There's so much to do, it's like hours and hours of content.
  21. May 6, 2020
    8
    Un hermoso juego en donde puedes pasar toda una vida creando y manteniendo la mejor granja que pueda existir.
  22. Apr 11, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Every day the walls seem to get a little closer. Did they move the desks in the office last night?

    ....

    Your grandfather gave you a sealed envelope when you were young.

    Old guy said don't open it until you need to.

    ...

    Today's the day.

    Hey look, the old guy left you the farm. After he bought the farm. Sweet. Imma get some hoe time.

    Stardew Valley is the happiest little bubble universe you've ever landed in. Live the dream as you get a house and a ridiculous amount of land for free. You're immortal - you don't need to eat. If you die, you may lose some items to scavengers and scallywags. It may even cost you a tiny percentage of your wealth. But you will awaken safe and sound to nothing more than a little note in your mailbox explaining what miracle of cooincidence the universe needed to provide for you to LIVE.

    So, you don't need to eat and you can't die. And if you play long enough, you'll realize you don't age either.

    So what can you do? Make the land awesome. Grow stuff. Chop stuff. Milk stuff. Sell stuff. Eat stuff. Hit stuff. Dig stuff. Gather stuff. Kill stuff. Well no, you do that elsewhere.

    Meet all the cool people in town and learn their routines so you can show up before they do - when you choose one of the eligible marriage candidates and want to focus your efforts you will channel Bill Murray's Groundhog Day as you learn where they will be on which day... and be waiting for them. it's not creepy, it's romantic!

    Manipulate them through gift giving to love you like a dearest friend and share their innermost secrets with you. They'll also give you free stuff.

    Enslave animals to produce raw goods you can refine into more fattening ones to sell in your magic shipping box! Keep them locked in their quarters or allow them to roam free about the farm so that you can touch them as you pass. For you see, these animals respond to affection well.

    I particularly enjoyed the fact the game allowed me to choose if I wanted my animals to freeze over the winter or not. Once they love you enough the cold doesn't do enough to really affect their production, so you can save money on heating.

    Vegetable piracy is another great feature. You can purchase your seeds from the shop in town (ASSUMING IT ISN'T WEDNESDAY BECAUSE GOD FORBID HE'S EVER OPEN ON A WEDNESDAY) and grow them to term. Then you can use a machine to turn them into more seeds. Grow yer own!

    You do really get to know the villagers over time as you play the game, and that's what endears this game to me. They've been updating content constantly since I've been playing it to add new encounters, seeds, wacky stuff and new places to explore. It's a solid game on all platforms and the only thing that keeps it from 10/10 is no interplatform coop. I hope one day they find a way.

    One thing to note is you can port from PC to some of the mobile versions, and it's pretty cheap so we own it on a few different systems.

    Buy the farm, be happy. Chill out.
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  23. May 4, 2020
    10
    Stardew Valley is the apex of indie game design. Taking the foundation laid by Harvest Moon and improving upon it in every possible way, it is an engrossing game that can be played comfortably at any pace. Even after hundreds of hours, there are new things to discover and experience.
  24. Aug 23, 2020
    8
    I don't think I've played a game quite as addictive as this before. Which I'm not entirely sure is a good thing or not. From time to time I just find myself doing things rather compulsively in this game, really grinding, and not really sure I like it. Having said that, it's very much up to you how you want to play this game, and I probably should've taken more breaks. The game mechanicsI don't think I've played a game quite as addictive as this before. Which I'm not entirely sure is a good thing or not. From time to time I just find myself doing things rather compulsively in this game, really grinding, and not really sure I like it. Having said that, it's very much up to you how you want to play this game, and I probably should've taken more breaks. The game mechanics here are great, there's a lot of cool characters and mechanisms to explore, and I'm happy to have played it. But I'm also equally relieved that I consider myself done with it! Expand
  25. Jun 7, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. Fans of the Harvest Moon franchise will see an amazing sequel to those games. It does what Harvest Moon did and fixes a lot of the issues. The game play is fun and relaxing. The town and the people feel alive and filled with personality, including some serious subject matter. The romance options are fun, and include same sex relations for all bachelors andThis game is amazing. Fans of the Harvest Moon franchise will see an amazing sequel to those games. It does what Harvest Moon did and fixes a lot of the issues. The game play is fun and relaxing. The town and the people feel alive and filled with personality, including some serious subject matter. The romance options are fun, and include same sex relations for all bachelors and bachelorettes. The fun in managing your farm and exploring the world is entertaining. Expand
  26. Nov 18, 2021
    10
    Stardew Valley is an amazing game with addictive gameplay and tons of content. This is one of those games that I'll still be coming back to when all the other games have already grown stale. Best value on the Switch.
  27. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Easily one of my favorite games of all times and it works really well on the switch. It’s a fantastic game with a lot of gameplay and the recent updates made everything so much better. Absolutely love it!
  28. Mar 1, 2021
    10
    Hundreds upon of hours spent, and each update is massive keeping me coming back for more

    Its such a nice mix of peaceful farming, npc interaction, dungeon diving, and exploration.
  29. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Terrible nítido del corte el juego este casi regalado 2 lucrecias, super para irse en la voleins.
  30. Jul 19, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece made by just one person. Very relaxing and addictive. I already bought the game on steam and ios yet nintendo switch is probably the best platform to play it due to the portability.
  31. Mar 26, 2022
    9
    A beautiful and relaxing game.
    Run nicely on swith without bugs.
    A lots of hours spent on it !
  32. Nov 9, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game, very relaxing with a lot of things to do. I tried it on all the platforms but my favorite is the Switch. Excellent go-to or vacation game. Love it, 10/10
  33. Aug 5, 2020
    8
    A game that you can relax! When I get tired or bored i played this game I put in like about 60-80 hours on this game.
  34. Aug 24, 2020
    9
    Charming, calming, comforting. How many hours have I whittled away fishing, farming, and chasing the townsfolk with my signature Blueberry Jam? Countless. Have I "beaten" the game? No. How does one "beat" farming any way?

    Each day you wake up and go about your business, unless its a Wednesday and your business involves buying seeds at Pierre's. This game is like a zen garden. Just go
    Charming, calming, comforting. How many hours have I whittled away fishing, farming, and chasing the townsfolk with my signature Blueberry Jam? Countless. Have I "beaten" the game? No. How does one "beat" farming any way?

    Each day you wake up and go about your business, unless its a Wednesday and your business involves buying seeds at Pierre's. This game is like a zen garden. Just go with the flow, do what makes you happy, just get home before you pass out in a cave. Every year, I'm a better version of myself. Life is good in Stardew Valley.
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  35. Jul 25, 2021
    9
    Truly an incredible game, and a real surprise for me! I never would’ve thought a farm / relationship simulator would pull me in but I’ve now played on 4 platforms across multiple saves. I love it!
  36. Jan 6, 2023
    10
    An amazing mix of retro Harvest Moon elements and new features, impeccable! Stardew delivers short 20-minute days where you try to farm, fish, mine and socialize as much as you can to build an empire out of your deceased Grandpa's farm.

    Pros and cons from top to bottom: Pro: Loads of features: multiplayer, multiple farm layouts, dungeon crawling and crafting, for as start. Pro: Loads
    An amazing mix of retro Harvest Moon elements and new features, impeccable! Stardew delivers short 20-minute days where you try to farm, fish, mine and socialize as much as you can to build an empire out of your deceased Grandpa's farm.

    Pros and cons from top to bottom:
    Pro: Loads of features: multiplayer, multiple farm layouts, dungeon crawling and crafting, for as start.
    Pro: Loads of content: I blew over 120 hours on this game and rarely felt like it was too grindy or boring (assuming you can deal with the repetitive style of Farm Sims) .
    Pro: The cast is genuinely interesting once you get to know them. I like that they have flaws like the Mayor who won't acknowledge his romance with one of the other townsfolk and the bachelor who gets blackout drunk on a few occasions.
    Con: The hero's inventory is too small, I don't mind leaving some stuff behind, but it starts out puny and ends not quite big enough. (granted also true for most games in the genre)

    Other minor notes:
    - The fishing mini game is too "hardcore" for some players.
    - Soundtrack is one of the best I've heard in a farm sim (granted not a strength of the genre IMO).
    - Graphics are obviously "just" 16-bit, not a big deal to me, but there it is.
    - The big Community Center quest forces you into doing a bit of everything, you'd have to ignore it if you don't want to fish or mine, for example.
    - You could get loads of mods by playing on PC, I don't care, but you might.
    Replay Value:

    - I spent over 120 hours on my first play-through and never found myself bored.
    - Between multiple farm layouts, endless customization on the farm, and the usual romance/marriage cycle, feels like lots of replayability.
    - The game is generally pretty easy, minus the fishing game and some of the mining.

    Dollar Value: I’d pay around $70 CDN (Roughly $50 US) for this game, way over the actual asking price. Stardew Valley is the king of the genre as far as I'm concerned.
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  37. Dec 18, 2020
    9
    A simply fantastic game, incredibly fun to play and along with the portability feature as well as the exciting, upcoming multiplayer feature, this game is simply a must have for all Switch owners!
  38. Jun 19, 2022
    10
    The game is great. After a hard day entering my chill farm and doing some farm chores is what I need :)
    Play sometimes with my daughter on a local split-screen co-op and have a blast.
    seen the evolution of the game through updates. it really came along way and it is even better than it was at the early stages :) must-have on my list :)
  39. Apr 2, 2021
    9
    Sometimes I'm picky when it comes to pixel graphics and the idea of farming combined with pixel graphics made me hesitate to play the game. It looked so tedious. As a lover of farming games, I got past that fairly quickly and the graphics aren't even a downfall.
  40. Mar 23, 2021
    8
    Uno de los mejores juegos pixelados que he jugado sin dudas, las historias y la cantidad de cosas que se pueden hacer dentro del juego es increíble, un juego económico, y muy divertido de jugar con amigos durante horas . Excelente!!
  41. Jan 25, 2021
    10
    I have this game on every platform I own sans mobile and I adore it! while the mod options on pc are nice the switch is my favorite way to play. From mining, fishing and farming to complete the community center to dating NPCs I LOVE this game. Bonus regardless of player gender you can romance any "romancable" NPC.
  42. Apr 1, 2021
    8
    This game is a very good game, you can do whatever you want, you can plant whatever you want, you can talk to anyone you want. But in my opinion, this is what stops it from being a great game.

    While having no story/ending CAN be good, I wish there was purpose or a goal to work towards, to spend your money and time on, naturally you can make your own ending whether that be get married or
    This game is a very good game, you can do whatever you want, you can plant whatever you want, you can talk to anyone you want. But in my opinion, this is what stops it from being a great game.

    While having no story/ending CAN be good, I wish there was purpose or a goal to work towards, to spend your money and time on, naturally you can make your own ending whether that be get married or get the biggest farm/house. I also have a problem with how much it overwhelms you, I did not like this game near the beginning, I was confused, and had no idea what to do. To fully enjoy the game I had to look up tips and how do do stuff.

    All of that being said, the game looks fantastic, the detail to everything is fantastic, it is a great came to relax after a tough day, similar to a Animal Crossing.

    Great game, I recommend buying, but also looking up most things
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  43. Mar 4, 2021
    8
    Stardew Valley on Nintendo Switch is fantastic! The console gives a new feeling to the control system to the game (personally I like it more than pc) you can play the game where and whenever you want. The price of the game on the switch is more expensive than on pc but it is worth buying it! It is a calm and relaxing game that really helps to reduce my stress and makes me happy because ofStardew Valley on Nintendo Switch is fantastic! The console gives a new feeling to the control system to the game (personally I like it more than pc) you can play the game where and whenever you want. The price of the game on the switch is more expensive than on pc but it is worth buying it! It is a calm and relaxing game that really helps to reduce my stress and makes me happy because of the dialogue and interaction with the villagers. The game starts off with you escaping life in the city and become a farmer in your grandpa village. Grandpa left a house and land for you to start your new journey. There are many quests to do in the game; harvesting, fishing, mining, helping others NPC. I love the idea that you get more heart when you often speak and give a gift to them. I also enjoy the marriage system, you can choose an NPC that you want to marry, each NPC has its own story. I choose Sam for my first game, he is really nice and charming. He makes breakfast and helps to do some work on the farm for you. The game did not restrict you to do things in orders, it gives you the freedom to explore the world and do things by yourself. The game has 4 seasons, spring, summer, fall and winter. Each season the seeds for planting are different same as the fish, some fish can be found only in that season which adds beauty to the game. There is a cave that allows you to explore and mine the mineral for your crafting, there are monsters as an obstacle and it gets stronger as you go deeper in the cave. There is also a desert town for you to go explore the skull cave and I think is it very hard to reach level hundred, I have to craft lots of bombs to help to find the stair or hole to go down. I spent many hours on the game without knowing it, it is good to play on my bad day. The minor things about Stardew Valley on the Nintendo Switch are the online cross-platform is not available yet, the updates are slower than the pc version and the mod cannot be install. Expand
  44. Mar 31, 2021
    9
    I basically love everything about this game. I grew up playing a lot of the older Harvest Moon games so this was incredibly nostalgic for me. Stardew Valley essentially takes the best pieces of those games and mashes them together. I don't really have anything else to say other than that.

    I only have one complaint and seems to be specific to the Switch version. There are occasional
    I basically love everything about this game. I grew up playing a lot of the older Harvest Moon games so this was incredibly nostalgic for me. Stardew Valley essentially takes the best pieces of those games and mashes them together. I don't really have anything else to say other than that.

    I only have one complaint and seems to be specific to the Switch version. There are occasional frame rate drops and inexplicable pauses that are actually really disruptive. While walking around the mines, sometimes the screen will just freeze but my character will keep walking, sometimes right into enemies and I wind up dying. It's also caused me to miss getting to sleep on time by a few seconds once or twice. Frustrating but not the end of the world.

    Overall it's just an amazing casual game. I would skip the Switch version and get it on PC though. The PC version gets quicker updates and has mods, among other things.
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  45. Apr 2, 2021
    10
    This game is the best addictive game I have ever played! There is so much to do here!
  46. Apr 24, 2021
    10
    I was farming and then I talked to this guy named Sebastian. He had a motorcycle and stuff. He seemed cool, so I started dating him. I didn't like that he smoked, and I told him during a cutscene, and he agreed that it was bad. We got married after a long time, and he said he'd stop smoking when I talked to him.

    And he never stopped so I broke up with him and dated Sam. Screw that liar
    I was farming and then I talked to this guy named Sebastian. He had a motorcycle and stuff. He seemed cool, so I started dating him. I didn't like that he smoked, and I told him during a cutscene, and he agreed that it was bad. We got married after a long time, and he said he'd stop smoking when I talked to him.

    And he never stopped so I broke up with him and dated Sam. Screw that liar Sebastian.

    Oh yea I like to farm and stuff too
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  47. Jan 30, 2022
    10
    un juego practicamente perfecto, con una extensa duración de +180 horas de juego,
  48. May 13, 2021
    10
    This game is therapy on a screen.

    Stardew Valley is a unique, calming take on the old school farming simulators we loved as kids. It is endearing, cute and easy to pick up. I found myself absolutely glued to my screen when I finally gave this a go - and this is coming from someone who usually only plays fast paced turn based games! XD I really think that this is one of my favourites to
    This game is therapy on a screen.

    Stardew Valley is a unique, calming take on the old school farming simulators we loved as kids. It is endearing, cute and easy to pick up. I found myself absolutely glued to my screen when I finally gave this a go - and this is coming from someone who usually only plays fast paced turn based games! XD I really think that this is one of my favourites to just kick back and play. Co-op mode is brilliant as well, gives me a chance to rope my wife into playing with me *mwahaha*
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  49. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    This game is simply an amazing achievement of game development by one person. One person made this game! If you even loved Harvest Moon as a kid then you are going to love this game. You can even play with other people! Thanks for making this game. It is amazing. I love it.
  50. Sep 12, 2021
    9
    Not a fan of most sim games, but thus one is definitely special..has a lot of rpg elements that keep my interests.
  51. Nov 27, 2022
    9
    Juegos de los god, recomendado para relajarse, no busquen tutoriales y guias, solo recorranlo y encuentren los detalles por ustedes.
  52. Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Stardew Valley will find you when you need it the most. Relaxing as hell and really just an amazing experience to play. If you don't like farming sims you may not like it but if you do this games worth every penny especially at its price. If it's your first playthrough take it slow and don't rely on the wiki too much. Experience things as the game sends them at you
  53. Feb 6, 2022
    9
    This game is great it is so nice and kind. It helped my friend get his first girlfriend. She worked at the bar. It is so much fun to connect with digital people. I am so lonely.
  54. Apr 18, 2022
    10
    I was not sure about Stardew Valley. It looked interesting, but farming sims ain`t my thing.
    I decided to eventually picked it up, and it eventually became one of my all time favorite video games! I don`t need any other farming games but Stardew Valley. I have over 300 hours in ONE save file and i usually only have 10 to 40 hours in most games! The sprite work is amazing and has given me
    I was not sure about Stardew Valley. It looked interesting, but farming sims ain`t my thing.
    I decided to eventually picked it up, and it eventually became one of my all time favorite video games! I don`t need any other farming games but Stardew Valley. I have over 300 hours in ONE save file and i usually only have 10 to 40 hours in most games! The sprite work is amazing and has given me a new appriciation for pixel art, Stardew Valley is a lovely location and i absolutely could see myself living there, the music is relaxing and there is just SO much to do.
    Fantastic, wonderful game that i love so much.
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  55. Feb 6, 2022
    9
    Amazing gameplay loop and great graphics. Bought first on PC - it’s even better on Switch!
  56. Jun 4, 2022
    10
    Incredible game! It just makes you feel good. The music is on point, the amount of things to do will keep you entertained and hooked. Its a serious addiction once you get into it.
  57. Apr 9, 2022
    10
    The casual gameplay really shines on the portable platform. There are some issues with the controls (for example speaking to villagers can accidentally give them gifts they don't like), but for the most part, I played this in handheld mode.
    Sometimes the game can feel like too much pressure, especially the big quests with time limit. However, you have to remember that you are meant to
    The casual gameplay really shines on the portable platform. There are some issues with the controls (for example speaking to villagers can accidentally give them gifts they don't like), but for the most part, I played this in handheld mode.
    Sometimes the game can feel like too much pressure, especially the big quests with time limit. However, you have to remember that you are meant to relax, and not play like you're a Jojo corporate slave. I was often stressed at the beginning because it felt like an in-game day is not long enough and the villagers were hard to find (whenever I looked for a specific one). After a short break I reminded myself that it was supposed to be played casually, and the game was really great and addictive after that.
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  58. Apr 24, 2022
    10
    Going into the game I wasn't expecting much at first since the idea of playing a farming game sounded quite dull to me. I bought the game anyways since I had heard a lot of positive feedback about Stardew and was curious. Completely to my surprise however, it was a great experience. Fantastic soundtracks, charming interactions with NPCs, and just a really fun and relaxing game.
  59. May 27, 2022
    10
    Have never spent so much time playing a game in my life. Escapism at its core, this farm sim begs for more of your time. Literally my only gripe is with the mini games you find in one of the towns houses - it’s too damn hard. Literally perfect game.
  60. Jul 23, 2022
    9
    Se nota demasiado el cariño con el que han hecho este juego, es espectacular, muy relajante y divertido, llevo 170 horas en steam.
  61. Aug 20, 2022
    9
    Stardew Valley is a farming sim with combat (venture into the mines) and relationships (befriend the citizens of the valley and even marry!). Honestly everyone knows how great Stardew Valley is, so i'll list what I think makes this game so great, even many years later:
    - easy to put over a hundred hours into
    - memorable characters and npc's - variety in activities (i'm not only tied to
    Stardew Valley is a farming sim with combat (venture into the mines) and relationships (befriend the citizens of the valley and even marry!). Honestly everyone knows how great Stardew Valley is, so i'll list what I think makes this game so great, even many years later:
    - easy to put over a hundred hours into
    - memorable characters and npc's
    - variety in activities (i'm not only tied to farming)
    - no end
    - a lot of content overall (crops, achievements, ginger island, etc).

    For the price of +- 15 euros I say: if you still haven't tried Stardew Valley, please do!
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  62. Sep 19, 2022
    10
    This is a masterpiece an a very magical game. Hundred times better than Animal Crossing an thats a decent game. This is game every gamer should experience, it’s a game I would think about in my head but never have the skills to bring It to life. Is it just a game or a way of life ? That is the question. It’s in my top 5 games all time. An I’m giving nothing away just buy it’s quality
  63. Nov 6, 2022
    10
    A beautiful masterpiece! This game helped me quitting depression and anxiety. PS: Don't forget the birthdays!
  64. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Gameplay (Combat/Movement/Level Design): 10
    Narrative (Characters/Story/World): 9
    Graphics/Visuals: 10
    Sound/Music: 10
    Technical (Completeness/Bug-Free): No issues

    For the experience Stardew is trying to deliver, it does so perfectly. Excellent music, great characters, and a fun world to explore.
  65. Feb 12, 2023
    10
    This sets the bar high for farming sims.
    There isn't a single mechanic in the game that is bothering me.

    Cons:
    - Gamepad controls are not perfect, this game is made for mouse + keyboard.
    - Performance on Switch not the best. On rainy days the fps can take a dive, but it does not matter in this kind of game really.
  66. Apr 13, 2023
    10
    This game is my childhood. The music makes me tear up man. I played this with my friends and I can't think of any game that does farm/fish/mining/life/amazing sim better than this game. **** play it.
  67. Aug 13, 2023
    8
    Such a cute beautiful game to play. Stardew valley shows its influence on the indie game scene.
  68. Jul 13, 2023
    9
    Para descansar, perderte horas y horas en tu pequeña granja, con tus vecinos, plantas y animales.

    No hay nada que pueda decir que no este dicho de este juego, solo puedo comentar lo que siento cuando juego este juego: "Es como vivir en ese pequeño condado en el que siempre soñaste estar, pasar veranos, inviernos, meses y años conociendo gente que tiene su propia vida pero que al mismo
    Para descansar, perderte horas y horas en tu pequeña granja, con tus vecinos, plantas y animales.

    No hay nada que pueda decir que no este dicho de este juego, solo puedo comentar lo que siento cuando juego este juego: "Es como vivir en ese pequeño condado en el que siempre soñaste estar, pasar veranos, inviernos, meses y años conociendo gente que tiene su propia vida pero que al mismo tiempo puedes ser parte de ellos, ese pequeño pueblito que lo rodea un misticismo de magia, lleno de situaciones completamente cotidianas pero que al mismo tiempo tienen algo de especial."

    A pesar de que su apartado grafico sea PixelArt, es un juego que todos debemos jugar, que debemos escuchar, contemplar, disfrutar. Y tal ves sea esto parte de su magia, puesto que en un juego en 3 dimensiones no cabe mucho a la imaginación, aquí debes imaginarte situaciones, gestos, darle vida a ciertos seres, tienes que que ver mas allá de una malla de pixeles.
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  69. 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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  70. Aug 14, 2023
    8
    Jogo excelente, foi uma das melhores descobertas no mundo de jogos indie que eu pude fazer, é um jogo extremamente vivo mesmo sendo em pixel art, muito viciante e sem duvidas um jogo feito com muito amor e carinho porém deixo um adendo, algumas vezes e quanto mais você joga, o jogo pode ficar meio repetitivo e até sem sentido.
  71. Aug 23, 2023
    8
    Cozy game! I can't say that it's very exciting, but it's not a bad road game. After all, its format is a smartphone. Although I played it on a 50-inch TV screen. I played for 100 hours, then I feel sorry for the time.
  72. Sep 7, 2023
    10
    One of the best video games I have ever played, definitely recommend this game
Metascore
87

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. 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.
  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. 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.