Stardew Valley 2 Possible, But Updates Easier, Says Creator

In a recent TigerBelly interview, *Stardew Valley* creator Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone hinted at the possibility of a sequel, stating he may “eventually make a *Stardew Valley 2*.” However, he also tempered expectations by explaining that expanding the original game is far more appealing than starting fresh. “It’s so much easier to just add more stuff to *Stardew Valley* than to make a whole new game from scratch,” he noted.

Barone elaborated on the development process, saying, “It's all the systems — all the major systems — are already all done. That’s the stuff that’s not fun to do. When I make an update \[for Stardew Valley now\], it’s like, you know, oh, throw in this, throw in that. Let’s add green rain — like, these random, whimsical ideas.” While he hasn’t ruled out a sequel entirely, there’s clearly a strong preference for continuing to enhance what’s already a beloved title.

During the same conversation, Barone shared that he “didn’t want to just be the *Stardew Valley* guy,” which is part of why he’s currently developing his next project, Haunted Chocolatier. However, fans shouldn’t expect a release date anytime soon—there’s still a lot to be done, and Barone wants it to surpass even *Stardew Valley* in quality.

Back in 2016, we praised *Stardew Valley* with an 8.8 “Great” rating in our original review. When we revisited the game in 2024, we upgraded our assessment to a perfect 10/10 “masterpiece,” writing: “*Stardew Valley* is not only the best farming game I’ve played, it is one of my favorite games of all time. That myself and others keep returning to this eight-year-old gem each time it gets even the smallest update speaks to how it’s truly a masterpiece in the genre it both reinvigorated and has come to define.”

Our fully updated *Stardew Valley* Beginner's Guide covers everything you need to start your farming journey, including tips for the 2024 1.6 update, which introduced new crops, fish, and exciting content such as the Raccoon Family Quests that lead to a new shop and valuable rewards. For seasoned players who have maxed out their skills, our Mastery Points guide offers insight into what to do next. And if you're exploring Ginger Island, check out our guide to locate all Golden Walnuts.