Stardew Valley added a new feature to close out the year: its edition for Nintendo Switch 2 is now available, released as a surprise this December 25. The classic indie farming game once again proves its relevance with technical improvements and new features.
The best news for fans is that those who already have the game on the original Switch can access a free update.
Stardew Valley sumará un nuevo tipo de granja en la actualización 1.7 y amplía su propuesta social
An update that arrived without warning
The creator of the game, ConcernedApe, decided to surprise the community with a shadow drop right on Christmas. The version for Switch 2 can now be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop.
For those who did not have it, the price remains affordable: 14.99 dollars. For existing players, the upgrade is downloaded for free.
What improvements Stardew Valley brings on Switch 2
This new edition incorporates mouse-style controls, designed to take advantage of the console's hardware. This significantly improves precision and comfort in farm management.
In addition, it adds online multiplayer for up to eight people and local split-screen co-op for four players, expanding the options for group play.
GameShare and shared play
Thanks to the GameShare feature, up to four friends can play together even if only one of them has purchased the title. It is one of the most celebrated features of this version.
GameShare y juego compartido
A release that kept players waiting
The edition for Switch 2 had been announced months ago, with an estimated window for the fall of 2025. However, an exact date was never confirmed.
Finally, the game arrived with a bit of a delay, but with a solid package of improvements that justify the wait.
La edición para Switch 2 había sido anunciada meses atrás
In July, Stardew Valley broke a historic record on Steam by becoming the best-rated game on the platform, surpassing a mark that Portal 2 had held for 14 years.
