Stardew Valley

IGN

Shailyn Cotten·May 7, 2024

Critic100/100

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Eight years of impressive updates have grown Stardew Valley into a modern classic.

Polygon

Jay Castello·Mar 30, 2024

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It doesn’t change the game, but it shows why Stardew Valley was a game changer

IGN

Miranda Sanchez·Aug 7, 2018

Critic95/100

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Several big updates help nurture Stardew Valley into an even greater farming RPG with a better base for new players and plenty of new goals for seasoned farmers.

Eurogamer

Simon Parkin·Oct 10, 2017

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In the early-noughties the beloved proprietor of the only shop in my grandmother's South Devon village died unexpectedl…

Nintendo Life

Ryan Craddock·Oct 7, 2017

Critic90/100

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Stardew Valley offers its players a chance to live a second life – one where you can forget the troubles of the real world and get excited over finding a particularly rare carrot. It is a truly magical experience; games can often be enjoyable but they don't all manage to be as captivating as this. This is the sort of game that ideally requires a significant amount of time to be invested; the enjoyment doesn't necessarily come from the day-to-day actions you perform, but rather from the general growth of pride, satisfaction, and sense of security as the days go by. Fans of games such as Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing will be right at home here and, for those who aren't, there is a decent chance this game might just surprise you. For the asking price the risk couldn't be more worth it.

GameSpot

Mary Kish·Oct 6, 2017

Critic90/100

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Stardew Valley is a seemingly simple game strengthened by complex systems of time, people, and the town itself.

Polygon

Carli Velocci·Mar 29, 2016

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No simulation or game is an exact copy of what it's trying to emulate, but Stardew Valley, above all, expertly explores the connection that someone can have with their environment, their work and the people around them.

IGN

Kallie Plagge·Mar 25, 2016

Critic88/100

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Stardew Valley beautifully combines farm simulation with RPG elements to create an intriguing, absorbing rural world.

Game Informer

Javy Gwaltney·Mar 24, 2016

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Stardew Valley is a wonderful and lovely place to lose yourself in.

Rock Paper Shotgun

Steven Messner·Mar 4, 2016

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Stardew Valley is the rare kind of imitation that breaks free of the boundaries of its inspiration, becoming more than just a clone but an experience that thrives independent of its origins.

PC Gamer

Daniella Lucas·Feb 26, 2016

Critic80/100

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Escape to the countryside in Stardew Valley.