AI Review Summary
Based on analysis of 1650000 reviewsStardew Valley is one of the highest-rated games ever made, and for good reason. Users universally praise the incredible depth of content, the relaxing yet addictive gameplay loop, and the fact that a single developer created this masterpiece. The 1.6 update added even more content to an already overflowing game.
Pros
- Absurdly deep content from a solo developer
- Perfectly relaxing and addictive gameplay loop
- Zero microtransactions — pay once, play forever
- Multiplayer co-op farming is fantastic
- Active modding community on PC
Cons
- Can feel slow-paced for action-oriented players
- Mobile controls take getting used to
- Late-game can feel repetitive once goals are met
Verdict
Stardew Valley is a masterpiece of indie gaming and one of the best value propositions in all of gaming. At under $5 on mobile, the hundreds of hours of content make this an absolute steal. Essential for anyone who enjoys simulation or RPG games.
Rating Comparison
App Store
4.8
450,000 reviews
Google Play
4.7
1,200,000 reviews
Steam
97%
positive
Developer
ConcernedApe
Updated
Mar 15, 2025
Size
500 MB
Age Rating
10+
Requires Internet
No
In-App Purchases
No