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Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley is a charming indie farming scene that took the world by storm. After inheriting a run-down farm from their grandfather, the player moves to Stardew Valley to start a new life away from the city. Grow crops, raise animals, befriend the villagers, and discover the secrets the valley has to offer.

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Stardew Valley

Platform(s)
Xbox One , Android , PlayStation 4 , PlayStation Vita , iOS , PC , Linux , Nintendo Switch , macOS
Released
February 26, 2016
Developer(s)
ConcernedApe
Publisher(s)
Chucklefish
Genre(s)
Simulation , RPG
Multiplayer
Local Co-Op
ESRB
E10+
How Long To Beat
52-156 hours

Summary

Stardew Valley is a charming indie farming scene that took the world by storm. After inheriting a run-down farm from their grandfather, the player moves to Stardew Valley to start a new life away from the city. Grow crops, raise animals, befriend the villagers, and discover the secrets the valley has to offer.

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