Welcome to my first blog post. In this post, we are going to be talking about how to start your new experience with the game Stardew Valley. However, if you are not familiar with the game feel free to visit my About My Blog Page for information about the game itself and the storyline. In my next upcoming post, I will be going into the storyline more in-depth.
There are a few essential tasks you must do before you start exploring the game. These tasks include creating a world, your personal character, and choosing the farm type you would like for your world. It may seem that these are simple tasks, but I have tips and information that will help you get started with the game at ease
Creating Worlds
It seems obvious that you got to create a world/game file to start playing. However, there are a couple of pointers that will help you in doing this. A great aspect about Stardew Valley is that the game is single-player and multiplayer. You are able to play with up to three other friends in a world. Setting up a single-player world is easy, just click new on the starting menu and your good to go; however, it is a bit different for creating multiplayer worlds. If you are going to create and host a world for your friends, you must click the co-op menu instead of going to new. Once you are in the co-op menu you then go to host, which is located at the top left-hand corner. From there you will see a box that says host new farm. Once you click that you will start the creation of a multiplayer world. Joining a multiplayer world is simple, just click on your friend’s world that appears in the co-op menu or you may have to obtain a game code from them that you enter to gain access to the world. Once you are finished creating or joining a world, it is time to create your character.
Creating Your Character
The best part about RPGs is that you are able to customize a character. In many other video games, there is a pre-made selection of characters for you to choose from. Choosing from a selection can be nice, but it is a great experience to create your own character. After you create your world you are brought to the character builder. There you get to name your character and farm. You also get to list a favorite thing you like and choose a favorite cat or dog from a given selection. From there, you then get to customize how your character looks. There is a variety of different clothing and hairstyles with a wide range of colors to choose from. If your not too sure how you want your character to look you can always use the randomizing tool and go from there. Once you are satisfied with your character, then you must choose the type of farm you will explore.
Selecting Your Farm Type
On the right-hand side of the character builder, you get seven choices of different types of lands to farm on. Each farm is different and comes with its own advantages and sometimes disadvantages along with it.
Standard Farm
Your first choice of farmland is the Standard Farm. This farmland has a large amount of open space for you to be able to design and grow on your farm. This option is great for beginners just getting started with the game.
Riverland Farm
This farmland is quite opposite of the standard farm. Your farm is spread across different islands that are surrounded by riverbanks. Fish are more common on this farmland, making it an easy spot for both farming and fishing.
Forest Farm
The Forest Farm is exactly what it sounds like. The woods surround your farm, resulting in limited farming space. However, with the forest at your doorstep, you can obtain resources at ease.
Hill Top Farm
Within this farmland, there is a winding river and rocky terrain. This can make it difficult to design your farm, but it has an advantage. On the farmland, there is a mineral deposit that provides opportunities to mine for different ores and minerals.
Wilderness Farm
Like the Standard Farm, there is a wide space to design your farm; however, there is a catch. At night time, monsters come out at your farm. This can be great to obtain more monster drops, but they can be a nuisance when trying to farm in the evening and at night.
Four Corners Farm
This farmland is divided into four distinct areas by cliffs. The four different areas have aspects of the other farmlands. The top left takes elements from the Forest Farm. The top right is the typical Standard Farm. The bottom left contains a pond where players can catch fish, like the Riverland Farm. The bottom right contains a small quarry like the Hilltop Farm. This farmland overall is great for multiplayer worlds.
Beach Farm
Last but not least is the Beach Farm. This farm is great for foraging and fishing and has a great amount of space. One unique feature of this farm is that at times supply creates will wash up on shore with items. However, the downside of this farmland is that sprinklers do not work because of the sandy soil. This can make farming take twice as long because you must water your crops by hand.
February 20, 2021 at 4:08 am
Hi Billie,
You picked a great game to blog about and it is a game that needs a guide. I personally played Stardew Valley for 3 hours, and I was mostly getting hungry and going to sleep. I did not know how to play it, and I never played since that time. I will be looking forward to reading your blogs and getting back in the game.
February 20, 2021 at 9:48 pm
I am glad to hear that you want to get back into the game! I hope that my blog helps you learn more about the game. But once you get into the game it can get addicting just to forwarn you 🙂
February 20, 2021 at 9:29 pm
This is a lot of great information on Stardew Valley’s setup and introduction. Though I haven’t played this game extensively, I’ve played a bit of it here and there. It’s a game I’d like to make more substantial progress in. I appreciate your explanations of the benefits of these farms.
I’m fascinated by Eric Barone’s work-ethic and incredible skill in developing this game, and I’d love to see a post about him at some point. I admire him a lot as a developer, and I try to apply elements of his work ethic to my own projects. Truly an impressive individual.
Some context for those who might not be aware – Eric Barone is the sole developer of Stardew Valley. He developed all the code, designed all the graphics/pixel art, and composed the game’s soundtrack. As far as I know, the only element of Stardew Valley he received help with was designing the netcode for multiplayer. Everything else about this game is a one-man project. Pretty insane.
February 20, 2021 at 9:51 pm
Your completely right Makai! Eric Barone is an amazing game developer. It takes a lot of time and effort to develop and create different aspects of games. The fact that he did it on his own still impresses me even though I have played the game for quite some time. Thank you for your input and I will keep in mind about doing a post on him!
February 22, 2021 at 3:43 pm
I really enjoyed playing this game when it first came out and haven’t touched it since. I really like how you have all the different farms described which really helps new people on what farm they should pick. I might have to get back in on this game!
February 23, 2021 at 10:31 pm
I would definitely recommend getting back into the game. I think it’s a great relaxing game and there has been a recent update, so there is more to explore now!
February 23, 2021 at 12:50 am
Ok, first off, your blog theme is amazing. Now onto the actual post. I played Stardew Valley way back in 2016, I think. I thought it was fun and cool. However, I have not played it since. I know I have it on my laptop and Nintendo Switch, so maybe I should get back into it. Perhaps your blog can help me get more into the game itself!
February 23, 2021 at 7:53 pm
Thank you for the feedback about my blog theme! I also hope my blog helps you get back into the game.
February 23, 2021 at 7:07 pm
Hi Billie,
I think its really cool and unique that you chose Stardew Valley as the topic for your blog. I remember being interested in the game and picking it up on Steam a couple years back, but I never got around to playing it. From what you’ve explained through your post and how you presented information, it’s making me want to try the game out again.
I also wanted to say that I love how you’ve formatted everything on your blog. The site feels well organized and easy to navigate. I also think the graphic you have on the homepage that shifts the view of the image as you scroll up or down looks so cool!
February 23, 2021 at 7:56 pm
I am glad that my blog has piqued your interest in playing Stardew. I definitely think Stardew is a game that is worth getting invested in and I hope my knowledge presented on my blog helps you get started in the game!
February 23, 2021 at 10:24 pm
Hi! This is such a great idea for a blog- I can’t wait to see what you post next! I love Stardew Valley and have been playing it for a few years now. It’s so relaxing and the soundtrack is stellar. I haven’t played in a while and am thinking I should update my game because I have not seen the four corners farm you mentioned. I am excited for your next post!
February 24, 2021 at 1:30 am
I am glad that you enjoy my blog. I would definitely update the game! The four corners farm came out in the 1.4 update. Recently, the 1.5 update was pushed out also bring even more content to explore too.
February 23, 2021 at 11:40 pm
Hi Billie,
I actually started playing Stardew Valley this week and has been so much fun! This is a really good idea for a blog and a great introduction to start it off. Im excited to learn from the blogs!
February 25, 2021 at 10:01 pm
Hi Billie,
I love your blog setup! I recently started play stardew valley and it’s so fun! This is a great introduction to the game and I think it’ll help a lot of people get started with the game. I’m excited to keep up with your blog.