Stardew Valley Switch Patch Update Announced by Creator

Summary

• ConcernedApe is addressing issues in Stardew Valley's Nintendo Switch version, including the divorce crash and raccoon shop problems.
• The Nintendo Switch patch addressing these issues will be released "as soon as possible."
• These issues have already been resolved on PC, console, and mobile, but the Switch patch is still in development.

Stardew Valley's developer, ConcernedApe, has taken to social media to assure fans that the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch patch addressing the divorce crash and the raccoon shop issues is on its way. Since its launch in 2016, Stardew Valley has charmed players worldwide with its unique gameplay and delightful pixel art. Its serene and engaging mechanics continue to attract a dedicated fanbase. ConcernedApe has diligently worked on numerous updates, not only to enhance the game with fresh content but also to tackle various bugs and issues reported by the community. A significant update released in December has already been implemented across PC, mobile, and Xbox platforms, and the Switch patch is nearing its release.

In a recent tweet, ConcernedApe updated players that the Stardew Valley patch fixing the divorce crash and the raccoon shop is "still coming." While no specific release date was given for the Switch, the developer emphasized that it would be rolled out as soon as possible. Following the introduction of update 1.6 in March for PC, which brought new NPC dialogues, the Meadowlands Farm, new festivals, and visual enhancements like waterfalls and seasonal world map changes, players encountered several issues. These were promptly addressed on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Around Christmas, ConcernedApe informed the community that the Switch patch was in the works, and now, after nearly 20 days, it's nearing completion.

Stardew Valley Switch Patch Fixing Divorce Crash and Raccoon Shop Coming Soon

Stardew Valley's update 1.6, released for PC in March, introduced a wealth of new content, from personalized NPC gift reactions to the new Meadowlands Farm and various new festivals and events. Alongside these additions, the update also improved the game's visuals with elements like waterfalls, holiday decorations, and seasonal world map variations.

Despite resolving many gameplay issues, update 1.6 inadvertently introduced new problems when rolled out to console and mobile versions in November. Players quickly reported major game-breaking bugs, prompting an emergency patch for the mobile version on November 15. ConcernedApe continued to work diligently on fixes for other platforms.

The Stardew Valley community has expressed appreciation for ConcernedApe's transparent communication and swift action in addressing player concerns. While the patch for the divorce crash and raccoon shop on the Switch is not yet available, players can take comfort in knowing that the developer is actively working to release it soon.