Stardew Valley Update Adds Secret Feature to Mobile Version

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Key Takeaways

  • A new Stardew Valley update includes a hidden multiplayer mode on mobile accessed using the Konami Code.
  • The mobile version’s multiplayer lacks farm discovery, requires an IP connection, and may have issues.
  • A recent update introduced bugs like disappearing chickens.

As an experienced gamer who has delved deep into the enchanting world of Stardew Valley for countless hours, I must say that the latest update has brought both joy and frustration to our digital farming lives. On one hand, the introduction of a hidden multiplayer mode on mobile is a thrilling development, especially since we’ve been yearning for this feature in the portable version. However, as I’ve learned from countless attempts at mastering the elusive Konami Code, it feels like a cruel joke to hide such a coveted feature behind those infamous button combinations.

In a recent update for the mobile version of the game, Stardew Valley, creator Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone secretly included a multiplayer mode. First released in 2016, this popular title surpassed 30 million copies sold and has been frequently updated since then.

Beyond the captivating solo adventure, the PC and console editions of Stardew Valley offer a collaborative multiplayer experience for up to eight players, which I absolutely adore! In this mode, we can team up and share the same world, either side by side through split-screen or seamlessly over the internet. As a farmhand in another player’s farm, I help cultivate, harvest, and manage resources with them, adding a whole new level of camaraderie to the farming life. This feature was introduced in the 1.3.27 update, rolled out in August 2018.

Currently, ConcernedApe has added multiplayer functionality to the mobile version of Stardew Valley with update 1.6.9. However, due to some lingering bugs and issues that may disrupt the multiplayer experience, this feature is temporarily hidden. To access it, players must input the Konami Code on the game’s title screen: tap the leaves in sequence (up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right) and then press the “?” button at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Once activated, they can choose co-op mode and either host or join a game as a guest.

How To Access Stardew Valley’s Multiplayer on Mobile?

  • On the title screen, gamers have to use the following code: ↑ ↑ ↓ ↓ ← → ← → by tapping the leaves indicated in the image.
  • Then, they should press the “?” button.
  • When exiting the “?” menu, co-op will have a button on the title screen.
  • Gamers can decide whether to “Host” or “Join” games.

In the updated mobile version, multiplayer functionality will operate much like it does on other devices, but there’s no feature for discovering farms as we know it. Instead, players must connect directly via IP addresses. While this setup works, gamers may encounter some issues if the host isn’t using a PC. As Dr. Barone explains, factors such as receiving phone calls during gameplay, hosting sessions on low-performance phones, or experiencing internet connection troubles can negatively impact the gaming experience for some users. This is why the multiplayer mode has not yet been officially launched for the widely-popular farming simulation game.

The latest 1.6.9 update for Stardew Valley introduced an unusual glitch: if chicken coop doors were left open, the chickens would vanish. Although ConcernedApe suggested keeping the door closed for a full day to resolve the issue, it unforeseenly disrupted the enjoyment of numerous update enhancements, such as skill and leveling adjustments, bug fixes, new Easter eggs, changes to legendary fish, and more.

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2024-11-05 23:43