Shared Exploration and Accomplishment
Even though Pelican Town’s magic is slightly worn out to those who have already put hours into Stardew Valley, many still have much to see in the magical town. To avoid spoiling anything, I’ll simply say this: Stardew Valley contains more than meets the eye, and only dedicated, inquisitive players will eventually uncover the secrets ConcernedApe layered into his work. Avoid consulting the wiki for help, at least for a while. Instead, relish the time you spend in Stardew before knowing everything. Discovering Pelican Town’s oddities is extremely satisfying, and one of the game’s best elements.
This exploration will be even better in Stardew Valley multiplayer, especially if all players involved are in their first foray with the farming-sim. When I first played through, I remember getting stuck on relatively simple problems on a few occasions. Again, I won’t spoil what I eventually figured out, but the issue I faced was finding clay. The solution was ultimately simple, but having another brain working to work together would have made that silly barrier far more passable. Of course, Stardew Valley also contains a plethora of surprises throughout, and being able to experience these with friends or family will make the moments more impactful.
Any big Stardew Valley fans? On PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, or Nintendo Switch? What are your thoughts on the upcoming multiplayer additions? Let us know in the comments below.
