Stardew Valley Switch Patch Update Announced by Creator

Summary

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

Stardew Valley's developer, ConcernedApe, has taken to social media to announce that the much-awaited Nintendo Switch patch addressing the divorce crash and raccoon shop issues will be released soon. Since its launch in 2016, Stardew Valley has captivated players with its unique gameplay and charming pixel art, becoming a beloved title known for its relaxing and engaging mechanics. ConcernedApe has consistently updated the game, not only to introduce new content but also to tackle bugs and issues reported by the community. A significant update addressing a persistent issue was released in December and is now on the verge of being available on the Switch.

ConcernedApe recently used Twitter to update players that the Stardew Valley patch fixing the divorce crash and raccoon shop is "still coming." While a specific release date for the Switch update hasn't been disclosed, the developer has assured fans that it will be released as soon as possible. Following the rollout of update 1.6, which brought numerous new features to PC players in March, including new NPC chats, the Meadowlands Farm, and new festivals, several issues emerged. These were quickly addressed on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Around Christmas, ConcernedApe informed the community via Twitter that the Switch patch was in development, and now, nearly 20 days later, it seems to be close to release.

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, including personalized gift reactions from NPCs, the new Meadowlands Farm, and additional festivals and events. The update also enhanced the game's visuals with features like waterfalls, holiday decorations, and seasonal world map variants.

Despite resolving many gameplay issues, update 1.6 inadvertently introduced new problems. When the update was extended to console and mobile versions in November, players encountered several game-breaking bugs. An emergency patch was swiftly released for the mobile version on November 15, while fixes for other platforms continued to be developed.

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