Stardew Valley is a RPG, Simulation game from ConcernedApe with a 99% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by weird, single-player, co-op.
Game snapshot
- Developer
- ConcernedApe
- Release year
- 2016
- Playtime
- Varies by player
- Price
- $8.99
- Review signal
- 99% positive
Screenshots
System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- OS *: Windows Vista or greater Processor: 2 Ghz Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 256 mb video memory, shader model 3.0+ DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 500 MB available space
macOS
- Minimum
- OS: Mac OSX 10.10+ Processor: 2 Ghz Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 256 mb video memory, OpenGL 2 Storage: 500 MB available space
Linux
- Minimum
- OS: Ubuntu 12.04 LTS Processor: 2 Ghz Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 256 mb video memory, OpenGL 2 Storage: 500 MB available space
From Steam reviews
Review notes
Stardew Valley is worth a closer look if you want farming, great with friends, nautical, and controller friendly.
Best for players who want nautical, rural cozy, farming, and great with friends.
farming
Play styleFarming, crops, or harvesting are part of the appeal.
great-with-friends
FitIt tends to be better when shared with friends.
nautical
SettingWater, boats, fishing, or sea travel are important to the feel.
controller-friendly
FitController, gamepad, or Steam Deck play comes up as a plus.
exploration
Play styleThe draw is moving through spaces, discovering details, and learning the world.
rural-cozy
SettingThe setting has a quieter village, countryside, or small-town pull.
solo-friendly
FitIt still makes sense as a solo play choice.
replayable
FitThe structure gives reasons to return rather than finish once.
Steam review snapshots
It's a great game to play with friends, but it's a shame there aren't any new updates.You can spend your days farming, fishing, mining, exploring, decorating your farm, raising animals, or just getting to know the villagers.I loved Harvest Moon growing up, and this managed to do something rare with something you're nostalgic over: Stardew Valley is better…BEST COZY, CHILL, SLICE OF FARM LIFE GAME!Why it fits
Best for players who want farming, rural cozy, nautical, and great with friends. Farming, exploration, and a cozy rural setting stand out, with single-player and co-op support.
Who might skip it
Skip if you want a faster-paced or less cozy experience.