IGN
Original Score: 9.5/10 · 2024-03-25
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“Years of generous updates have turned Stardew Valley into a modern masterpiece.”
Cozy Farming RPG & Life Simulation (Update 1.6) · Developed by ConcernedApe · Published by ConcernedApe
With the massive free 1.6 update live across Steam, GOG, iOS, Android, Switch, PS5, and Xbox, Pelican Town has never been richer.
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Stardew Valley is one of the highest-value software purchases in gaming history. Priced between $4.99 on the App Store and Google Play and $14.99 on Steam, GOG, and consoles — with zero paid DLC or microtransactions — Update 1.6 adds the Meadowlands Farm, new festivals, and mastery perks across every single platform.
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Individual publication scores normalized to a 0–100 scale alongside original review excerpts and source links.
“Years of generous updates have turned Stardew Valley into a modern masterpiece.”
“Endlessly warm, rewarding, and deeper than ever with Update 1.6.”
“Captures the magic of rural restoration with heart and interlocking systems.”
“A flawless mobile adaptation with no microtransactions.”