Stardew Valley
The addiction that is Stardew Valley finally makes its way to the PS Vita in 2018, appealing to casual and hardcore gamers alike through its unique combat, farming, fishing, and socialization mechanics. The title has you go to an abandoned plot of land that your grandfather left you before he died, tasking you with restoring the property to its former farmland glory. Along the way, you’ll interact with the citizens of the nearby town and slowly gain their trust, allowing you to earn a profit from the crops you grow and even join the ranks of the Adventurer’s Guild to fight underground threats in a nearby mine. All of this taking place on a monitor screen is overwhelming enough, so just imagine what the experience would be like playing it in the palms of your hands with the PS Vita.
Stardew Valley isn’t exactly a game for everyone, though it is a title you should check out if you’re into slower paced games or just want a breather from all the action-heavy indies releasing on the handheld. Its minimalist aesthetic and charming soundtrack are both soothing in their own right, and fit so well into the overall atmosphere of the game. Given the PS Vita’s handheld size and impressive OLED screen, you can count on Stardew Valley to be quite a therapeutic experience to take with you on the go.
