Underplayed Gems

Stardew Valley (2016)

Stardew Valley cover
Developer
ConcernedApe
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating
4.9 of 5, 1,023,175 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 150 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You tend your farm at your own pace in a cozy, pixel-art world that feels like a gentle escape from the stresses of modern life.

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What players say

Players consistently describe Stardew Valley as deceptively deep: what begins as a calming farm sim quickly becomes a compulsive loop of planning, optimizing, and exploring. They praise the work of its solo developer, the memorable characters, and the satisfying pacing, with many noting that the fishing mini game is a surprisingly tough skill check.

Screenshots

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