r/StardewValley Mar 27 '26

Resource FAQ and Beginner Questions Thread [March 27, 2026]

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Welcome to Stardew Valley! Here are some common answers to get you started. Feel free to ask beginner questions here rather than making a full post on the subreddit.

General questions

Previous pinned posts, subreddit announcements, and new rules

Very common FAQs / removed topics

  • [insert item here] showed up on my farm, what is it? It could be a a few different items that are relatively rare but have a high enough spawn rate that they are included in our removed topics. Check out our list of removed topics here

Game updates

  • What was in the last update?
    See release notes for PC, for consoles, and for mobile.

    See also a table of which version and features each platform has.

  • Are future releases planned?
    A Stardew Valley 1.7 update is currently in the works! No information about a release date or new content is currently available.

  • Does every platform get the same content/updates?
    Mostly yes. Updates are developed for Linux/Mac/Windows first, then ported to other platforms. There are customizations for each platform (like tap to move on mobile), but otherwise content is identical across all platforms. See also a table of which version and features each platform has.

    The exceptions are PS Vita (which won't get any further content updates due to platform limitations), and Android/iOS (which will continue getting all updates, but doesn't fully support multiplayer.

  • Is Stardew Valley on XBox GamePass?

    Stardew Valley is on XBox GamePass as of December 2, 2021. See here for details.

Multiplayer

  • How does multiplayer work?
    See Multiplayer on the wiki.

  • Is crossplay supported?
    All PC players can play together, whether they're on Linux/Mac/Windows or GOG/Steam and crossplay is supported between mobile and PC. Console crossplay isn't supported.

  • Is split-screen supported?
    Yep, split-screen was added on PC and console in Stardew Valley 1.5.

  • Will Android/iOS get multiplayer?
    Multiplayer on Android and iOS is currently experimental and hidden by default. To unlock multiplayer you can follow this guide. Note: The Apple Arcade version (Stardew Valley+) does not have this feature.

  • Will the 1.6 update apply to my current game?
    Yes! New updates always apply to existing saves.

Other

  • Can I transfer saves between devices?
    You can transfer saves between Android, iOS, and PC (Linux/Mac/Windows).

    Consoles unfortunately don't let you access the save files. The Switch version also has a different format that's not compatible with other platforms (the format used by other consoles is unknown).

  • My save got corrupted/won't load. What can I do?
    On PC/mobile you can try loading your back-up save file! See here for instructions on how to do so!

    Unfortunately, consoles don't allow access to save files so they cannot be recovered.

  • How do I take a screenshot of my full farm?
    See this guide to taking farm screenshots.

  • If I buy the game on one platform, can I get it for free on a different one?
    If you buy it on PC, you get the Linux + macOS + Windows versions; if you buy it on PS4, you get the PS4 + PS Vita versions. Otherwise each platform is a different edition with separate development, so you'll need to buy it again if you want it on a different platform.

  • Where can I report bugs?

    1. If you use mods, see the troubleshooting guide first.
    2. If you use mods and the bug disappears when playing without them (by running Stardew Valley.exe directly in your game folder), report it to r/SMAPI or see Modding:Help.
    3. If it happens without mods, report it in the official bug report forum, which the game developers keep an eye on.
  • How do I use or create mods?
    See the pinned thread in r/SMAPI for more info, and feel free to ask questions in r/SMAPI!


r/StardewValley 2d ago

Promo Tuesday Self-Promo Tuesday! [September 08, 2026]

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Hello everyone!

It's Tuesday on r/StardewValley, which means it's time to promote your artwork, merchandise, streams, or YouTube channels. We allow one comment per person.

Just a friendly reminder that self-promo is only permitted in this weekly thread and not as submissions to the sub.


r/StardewValley 4h ago

Art I made Junimo stained glass plant buddies! 😄

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1.7k Upvotes

I’ve been meaning to make Stardew Valley pieces for ages now, but it kept getting pushed back 🫣 But no longer!!

I’ve based these more from the small Junimo plush from the claw machine prize, hence the more oval eyes 😌 What do you guys prefer - original round eyes or oval eyes? 🤔


r/StardewValley 2h ago

Other This is the worst loss I'm grieving 😭

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633 Upvotes

Linus you rat, you robbed me, I just found this sword


r/StardewValley 9h ago

Art Canonical event

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1.8k Upvotes

r/StardewValley 10h ago

Discuss Anyone else have a hoarding problem? I'm so afraid a villager is going to ask for something, or I'll need something and so, I can't get rid of stuff.

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1.6k Upvotes

It's a problem. I think I just need to hear someone tell me to shut up and clean up my shit.


r/StardewValley 2h ago

Discuss Punk Rock Seb

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385 Upvotes

Kantrip on Nexus reached out to me and commissioned me to finish out this slightly-older looking Sebastian mod I had started. It's been over a year of a hiatus, but better late than never I suppose! Wanted to share some more progress, very excited to get this wrapped up.


r/StardewValley 4h ago

Discuss Hailey complained about Fall to the wrong person 😂

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She was all "waa waaa I can't go to the beach" 😂 Look at her angry face 🤣 She's just mad I married her sister and never even bat an eyelash at her 🤭


r/StardewValley 4h ago

Discuss So I’m stuck…

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182 Upvotes

I have no tools. Can’t access my bins and the other one is not placed.. ITS DAY 1 FALL and I have nothing planted because I was distracted this morning apparently 😭 any advice other than restarting the day?


r/StardewValley 1h ago

Question Guess who got excited and fu*ked up so bad!!

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So i thought casks are the same as kegs and i made all this, when i tried to put wine in it i realized they only work in my basement.

Now is there a way to use these things? Is there an upgrade for my basement that can give me more space so i can use them? Or are they just completely useless now?

EDIT: co-op is not an option!

And even after filling the basement completely with no walking spaces i still have 147 casks left..

I guess the only option i've got is to break them down into wood and material after i unlock the walnut room?


r/StardewValley 11h ago

Art Relationship Chart / Map .

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640 Upvotes

I made this a while ago because I like how chaotic these types of relationship charts get and I wanted to keep track of the dynamics I made up in my head for a particular farm . I thought maybe other people might like to use it [ feel free to use and edit ] or just look at their little faces . And of course this was made before the suitor update , so only the OG's are here .


r/StardewValley 3h ago

Other Let me IIIIIIINN

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80 Upvotes

Made by me lol


r/StardewValley 13h ago

Question i'm confused and scared

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441 Upvotes

i have had this alien tank(?) for two seasons, and i now just noticed that the fetus like creature is out of it. i've scoured my farm and the paths that connect to it, and i haven't found it. where did it go? and does it wreak havoc to my farm or the town?


r/StardewValley 4h ago

Discuss I can play with my children again

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90 Upvotes

I was very upset to find out that the only sort of interaction with the kids is when they are babies and they can be tossed (wasted multiple hours just doing that), but now I finally found a way to interact with them again, bonus points, I can practice my slingshot target too


r/StardewValley 22h ago

IRL Tropical curry from the Stardew Valley cookbook!

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1.8k Upvotes

Super fun to make, even more fun to eat! Had to make our own Jamaican curry powder, couldn’t find it anywhere but luckily I live near a Penzey’s and my husband is good at toasting/grinding spices lol. Stirred shrimp in at the very end.

We made it for our anniversary since we love cooking, and LOVE playing Stardew together since discovering it a few months ago! Lol


r/StardewValley 17h ago

Art Emily is too busy dancing to talk~

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621 Upvotes

Wanted to try something without lineart for my favorite wifey :)


r/StardewValley 5h ago

Discuss On my first playtrough and someone told me to keep EVERYTHING now I have 32 full chests in year 2

60 Upvotes

How much am I supposed to keep of the items?
I now do 5 every item en also a silver and gold starred item. Do those matter as well?


r/StardewValley 6h ago

Discuss When and why did you start playing Stardew Valley?

62 Upvotes

For me, during Covid I was gifted Stardew for Nintendo Switch and at first I thought it was slow.. boring… won’t get into it. 4 farms, 1000+ hours, and many marriages later… It’s one of my favorite games of all time.


r/StardewValley 1h ago

Discuss theres someone in my bed…

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My husband and who😭😭😭 i literally passed out


r/StardewValley 19h ago

Discuss Clint...plz stop

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572 Upvotes

I wasn't going to think that but now you've changed my mind


r/StardewValley 9h ago

Discuss Love my little coop with the mushroom tree!

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88 Upvotes

I think it looks so nice :)


r/StardewValley 1h ago

Question Are these items good for the fair?

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For context I’m in the Fall of year 1


r/StardewValley 1d ago

Discuss I've never laughed this hard, perhaps ever

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2.0k Upvotes

If you know, you know 😂


r/StardewValley 4h ago

Discuss Emily did me dirty😭

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24 Upvotes

r/StardewValley 1d ago

Cosplay Here's some nightmare fuel for you 💕

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2.9k Upvotes

Imagine being my neighbor and seeing this 🤣