Are we getting a Stardew Valley 2? Here’s why you might’ve heard about a sequel
After almost a decade, Stardew Valley still reigns supreme in the cozy genre, largely thanks to consistent updates year after year. The question on every fan's mind is what's next on developer ConcernedApe's agenda: Will there be a Stardew Valley sequel, or will the focus shift to Haunted Chocolatier instead? Even though it's been leaning toward the latter, ConcernedApe has once again shaken things up with a new update. Here's what you need to know about a potential Stardew Valley 2. Will there be a Stardew Valley sequel? In the TigerBelly podcast, host Bobby Lee asks ConcernedApe (Eric Barone) about the possibility of a Stardew Valley 2. ConcernedApe explains that adding new content to the original game is easier than starting fresh with a sequel. However, he does mention, "I might eventually make a Stardew Valley 2." So, while there's a strong possibility for a sequel, nothing is set in stone yet. Image via ConcernedApe Since Stardew Valley's inception, there has been ongoing speculation about what a sequel could look like. Fans have voiced general desires, such as more NPCs and interactions, along with more ambitious ideas, like incorporating a city environment. A city mixed with a farming sim could be an interesting twist, or at the very least, provide a way to access such a place to diversify the game's landscape. Unfortunately, a sequel might not happen for a while, as ConcernedApe and his team are currently focused on the upcoming title Haunted Chocolatier. He shares that he doesn't want to be known solely as "the Stardew Valley guy," which is why he's investing time in exploring new creative projects. Haunted Chocolatier has been shrouded in mystery since its announcement almost three years ago, with no official release date. ConcernedApe notes there's still much work to be done, hinting at a rough timeframe within the next five years for its release. Image via ConcernedApe While Stardew Valley 2 hasn't been officially set in motion, the original game may still have more to offer. ConcernedApe suggests that new updates could still happen. However, any future update will likely be announced once the new features are fully ready for launch. This cautious approach is partly due to community backlash after the most recent update was released solely on PC at first, leaving other platforms waiting. Beyond discussions of Stardew Valley 2 and Haunted Chocolatier, the podcast delves into the origins of Stardew Valley. ConcernedApe explains that when he first released the game, it wasn't "totally finished," which is why so many updates followed. He also mentions that his inspiration came from playing Harvest Moon, a game widely credited with starting the farming sim phenomenon. ConcernedApe confirms in the podcast that he and Harvest Moon creator Yasuhiro Wada have met and exchanged compliments about each other's games. If Stardew Valley 2 ever happens, it could establish a series with a cultural impact similar to Harvest Moon, creating a legacy that shapes the farming sim genre for years to come. The influence of both games on the industry is undeniable, and a sequel would only strengthen that legacy, expanding the world and its possibilities. The post Are we getting a Stardew Valley 2? Here’s why you might’ve heard about a sequel appeared first on Destructoid.
After almost a decade, Stardew Valley still reigns supreme in the cozy genre, largely thanks to consistent updates year after year. The question on every fan's mind is what's next on developer ConcernedApe's agenda: Will there be a Stardew Valley sequel, or will the focus shift to Haunted Chocolatier instead?
Even though it's been leaning toward the latter, ConcernedApe has once again shaken things up with a new update. Here's what you need to know about a potential Stardew Valley 2.
Will there be a Stardew Valley sequel?
In the TigerBelly podcast, host Bobby Lee asks ConcernedApe (Eric Barone) about the possibility of a Stardew Valley 2. ConcernedApe explains that adding new content to the original game is easier than starting fresh with a sequel. However, he does mention, "I might eventually make a Stardew Valley 2." So, while there's a strong possibility for a sequel, nothing is set in stone yet.
Since Stardew Valley's inception, there has been ongoing speculation about what a sequel could look like. Fans have voiced general desires, such as more NPCs and interactions, along with more ambitious ideas, like incorporating a city environment. A city mixed with a farming sim could be an interesting twist, or at the very least, provide a way to access such a place to diversify the game's landscape.
Unfortunately, a sequel might not happen for a while, as ConcernedApe and his team are currently focused on the upcoming title Haunted Chocolatier. He shares that he doesn't want to be known solely as "the Stardew Valley guy," which is why he's investing time in exploring new creative projects. Haunted Chocolatier has been shrouded in mystery since its announcement almost three years ago, with no official release date. ConcernedApe notes there's still much work to be done, hinting at a rough timeframe within the next five years for its release.
While Stardew Valley 2 hasn't been officially set in motion, the original game may still have more to offer. ConcernedApe suggests that new updates could still happen. However, any future update will likely be announced once the new features are fully ready for launch. This cautious approach is partly due to community backlash after the most recent update was released solely on PC at first, leaving other platforms waiting.
Beyond discussions of Stardew Valley 2 and Haunted Chocolatier, the podcast delves into the origins of Stardew Valley. ConcernedApe explains that when he first released the game, it wasn't "totally finished," which is why so many updates followed. He also mentions that his inspiration came from playing Harvest Moon, a game widely credited with starting the farming sim phenomenon.
ConcernedApe confirms in the podcast that he and Harvest Moon creator Yasuhiro Wada have met and exchanged compliments about each other's games. If Stardew Valley 2 ever happens, it could establish a series with a cultural impact similar to Harvest Moon, creating a legacy that shapes the farming sim genre for years to come. The influence of both games on the industry is undeniable, and a sequel would only strengthen that legacy, expanding the world and its possibilities.
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