Editor's Note: This review takes a fresh look at Stardew Valley after its 1.6 update on PC, replacing our previous review from 2018. You can read more about our review policies and philosophy here.

Stardew Valleyis a relaxing game that puts you in the role of a former office worker who's inherited your grandfather's farm, ...

Everdream Valley is set to arrive very soon for fans of games like Stardew Valley. The farming simulator will bring every element players are used to from the genre, promising a relaxing and wholesome ...

Stardew Valley can have a bit of a learning curve for new players. Here are a few tips to help you out on your first farm. Sarah Drolet was a writer, reporter and strategic thinker for CNET's home ...

Stardew Valley’s 1.6 update is finally out. Players on Windows PC can download the patch now. Developer Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone has been sharing small updates daily, but the full patch notes are up ...

Within weeks of breaking new records on PC, Stardew Valley has seen yet another massive player count spike, with many attributing it to the longtime popularity of the game, recent milestones on Steam, ...

If there’s anything Stardew Valley fans want, it’s more Stardew — and that’s now the case for anyone playing the cozy life sim on iOS or Android. The game is available on just about every platform out ...

Update [Tue 23rd Sep 2025, 1:30am]: When Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone announced Stardew Valley - Version 1.7 in August, he simply said it was "happening" but didn't provide any other details. Now, in a ...

Oh to be a Stardew Valley fan, enjoying the stellar score in live concert, among an audience of fellow fans. For fans who score a ticket to the forthcoming Stardew Valley Concert Tour, this dream can ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Raising animals in Stardew Valley will require you to have the appropriate building for it, like the barn. Having a barn allows you to raise cows, ...

We may not have a date for Stardew Valley's next major update, but we have confirmation that it's happening. Eric Barone, the developer behind the hit farming sim, announced that there will be a 1.7 ...