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Stardew Valley

Beginner level2Easy

In plain English

Restore a farm and befriend villagers. Lots to learn but no rush.

Good if you enjoy: Gardening, farming, fishing, village life.

Skills it builds: planning, relaxation, routine.

How long: about 54 hours to finish the main story.

What to play before and after

  1. Animal Crossing: New HorizonsLevel 1 · easier
  2. Cozy GroveLevel 1 · easier
  3. Stardew ValleyLevel 2 · you are here
  4. SpiritfarerLevel 2 · similar

How easy is it?

Controls
2 of 5
Camera
1 of 5
Fast reactions
2 of 5
Punishing
2 of 5
Reading
3 of 5

1 is easiest, 5 is hardest.

Tried & tested

95.5Hall of Fame
Critics (OpenCritic)90 out of 100
Copies soldAbout 50 million
Awards won2
Released2016