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Monday, November 4 is set to be a big day forStardew Valleyfans across all of the game’s platforms. Earlier this year,Stardew Valleyfans on PC were treated to the life/farming sim’s long-awaited 1.6 update, which added a slew of new features and events.Stardew Valleyfans on other platforms have been waiting anxiously for Update 1.6, and luckily, the wait is nearly at an end.
It’s been confirmed thatStardew ValleyUpdate 1.6will arrive on consoles and mobile platforms on Monday, November 4. On that day,Stardew Valleyfans across iOS, Android, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo will be able to check out almost all of the new content that Update 1.6 brings to the table, minus the 8-player multiplayer support. Needless to say, the arrival of the new update on consoles and mobile makes November 4 a big day forStardew Valleyfans, but there’s reason for PCStardew Valleyfans to mark their calendars for that day as well.
ThenewStardew Valleyupdate releasing on November 4is technically the 1.6.9 update. This means that PC gamers can expect their version ofStardew Valleyto get updated that day, with 1.6.9 adding work portraits forSamand Shane when they’re working at JojaMart, along with various balance changes and bug fixes. With a fresh update coming to all versions ofStardew Valley, November 4 is set to be the biggest day the life sim has enjoyed all year.
Stardew Valley Update 1.6.9 is Releasing on November 4
The patch notes for the beta version ofStardew Valley1.6.9 detail some of the balance changes that fans can expect. Some changes include the ability for players to purchase additional advanced iridium rods fromWilly’s shopafter they unlock it,Robinno longer constructing buildings during green rain in Year 1, andSon of Crimsonfishnow being catchable during the night market. These aren’t earth-shattering changes by any means, but they’re still notable to hardcore fans, and really just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Update 1.6.9.
It’s possible thatStardew Valleywill get more big updates in the future, but there’s also a chance that developer ConcernedApe will now focus his attention onHaunted Chocolatier.Haunted Chocolatierhas players running a chocolate store, retaining many of the life sim elements found inStardew Valley, but with some supernatural twists.
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You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
