ConcernedApe has confirmed that some new patches are on the way for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of the Stardew Valleywhich fixes some notable bugs with the new version. The beloved farming sim from solo developer Eric Barone has been among gaming's most influential indie releases, ushering in the modern boom of farming sims and “cozy” games. Stardew Valley has been made available on a variety of platforms, and has seen releases on everything from home consoles to a mobile version of the game. Stardew Valley even recently got a version for Nintendo's newest home console.
Stardew Valley's Switch 2 Edition officially launched on December 25th and brings some nice upgrades to the game on Nintendo's latest hardware. The upgraded version of Stardew Valley not only supports both four-player and eight-player online split-screen, but also Nintendo's new GameShare feature for players who don't own the game. Stardew Valley even includes one of Switch 2's most popular features, with full support for mouse controllers with Joy-Con 2. Now comes some brand new fixes Stardew ValleyNintendo Switch 2 Edition, fixes ongoing bugs and improves a new feature.
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Stardew Valley Switch 2 Edition is getting an update
Stardew Valley developer ConcernedApe shared some more information about the upcoming patch for the game's Switch 2 Edition. The fixes will reportedly attempt to resolve an ongoing crafting issue with the game, which causes some recipes to consume unintended items when crafting. The patch for Stardew ValleyThe Switch 2 Edition is also said to make a few more “improvements.” Stardew Valleys mouse controls, though ConcernedApe didn't specify what the tweaks will affect. ConcernedApe also addressed the delayed release of Stardew Valleys Switch 2 Edition in European regions, confirming that he is waiting to release the EU edition until the next patch for the game is ready to launch.
Items affected by the Crafting Bug
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Blue Grass Starter
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Heavy oven
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Deluxe Worm Bin
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Fish smoker
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Mushroom log
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Speed-Gro
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Treasure Totem
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Statue of Blessings
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Deluxe Bait
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Challenge bait
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Moss soup
Stardew Valleys newly launched Switch 2 Edition puts a lot of focus on the farming sim's multiplayer capabilities. The original Switch version of the Stardew Valley only supported split-screen co-op play for up to two players, while others can join locally wirelessly without a Nintendo Switch Online subscription. Stardew Valley on Switch 2 supports up to eight players for its online multiplayer, although fans must have an active membership to Nintendo Switch Online to play. Stardew Valley fans who already own the game on Nintendo Switch can get the Switch 2 version at no extra cost as a free upgrade.
ConcernedApe has a lot more in store for Stardew Valley
These upcoming Stardew Valley The Switch 2 Edition fixes come as some other exciting news about the game was revealed in recent months. ConcernedApe confirmed it in late August Stardew Valleys 1.7 update is in development, though he didn't share any details on when the patch will roll out. The announcement came as a surprise to many fans, with ConcernedApe also working on a separate indie game in the Haunted Chocolates. The solo developer has also shared his own desire to continue working on Stardew Valley into the future, even claiming that the game could still see updates in fifty years.
Stardew Valleys longevity has been a testament to how much success the indie game has seen since its release nearly 10 years ago. Farming sim has often been hailed as one of the best indie games ever made and is in the top 20 best selling games of all time, with Stardew Valley selling more than 41 million copies. Stardew Valley is also cited as a major contributing factor to the rise of farming sims in recent years, with many indie developers and even AAA studios jumping on the farming trend. ConcernedApe's commitment to Stardew Valley should give fans all the more reason to stick with the farming game as long as support for the title continues.
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February 26, 2016
- ESRB
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E for All (fantasy violence, mild blood, mild language, simulated gambling, use of alcohol and tobacco)
- Developer
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Worried Ape
- Publisher
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Worried Ape
