Stardew Valley Multiplayer: All information and release

The indie hit Stardew Valley is not only a lot of fun in single player. This overview reveals what you can expect in multiplayer and when a release can be expected.

Stardew Valley: Release and information about the upcoming multiplayer

Since only the solo developer ConcernedApe stands behind Stardew Valley, he initially focused on bug fixes after the release of the indie hit. But in an interview, the developer has now revealed the first information about a multiplayer.

• The multiplayer mode in Stardew Valley should be limited to a maximum of four people. However, teamwork is more important here than ever: All players manage the same farm and the same fields.
• According to the developer, the goal should be a clever division of labor: while one player takes care of the harvest, others look for minerals in the cave.
• Here, however, there is another difficulty: two or even three of the monsters in the cave are of course easily defeated. Therefore, ConcernedApe wants to adjust the level of difficulty in multiplayer accordingly.
• But of course that means a lot of work. Therefore, the developer did not give an exact release date. Depending on how complex the adjustments really become, the release date can take a little longer. Nevertheless, an end is already in sight: the multiplayer beta can already be tested.

Stardew Valley: Test multiplayer beta - how it works

The development of the multiplayer mode is slowly taking shape. Interested users can now test the beta version. However, please note that errors can still occur here. In addition, the beta is currently only available to players on Steam and GOG Galaxy. How to activate your personal beta access:

• Steam: Start Steam and right-click on "Stardew Valley" in the "Library" tab. Select "Settings" and switch to the "Betas" tab in the new window. Enter the key "jumpingjunimos" and click on "Check code". The beta is now unlocked.
• GOG Galaxy: In GOG Galaxy select Stardew Valley in the left column and click on "Settings" under "More". There you will find the entry "Beta Channels", which you can activate by clicking on "On". Now look for "Stardew Valley" in the drop-down menu under "Updates: Channels". After one click, the multiplayer is activated.
• Start multiplayer: As soon as you have entered the beta, you will find the item "Multiplayer" in the main menu of Stardew Valley. There you can create a server, join an existing game and invite your friends. Detailed information and help with connection problems can be found on the official website.

You can perfect your Farm Stardew Valley until the release of multiplayer. We have summarized three important tips that will help you take this step.