Stardew Valley, the beloved farm life game, just hit some truly amazing milestones! It has now become the highest-rated indie game ever on Steam, a popular computer game store. On top of that, it has sold an incredible 41 million copies across the world.

This is a huge win for a game made mostly by just one person. It shows how much players love its simple, relaxing fun and how the game keeps getting better with new updates. This article will look at these big achievements, why Stardew Valley is so special, and what might come next for the game.

Stardew Valley has reached two huge new goals that show just how popular and loved it is.

Imagine a giant scoreboard for games. Stardew Valley now sits at the very top for indie games on Steam. Indie games are made by small teams or even one person, not huge companies. Players have given Stardew Valley a super high score, like 97.66% positive reviews.

This means almost everyone who plays it loves it! It’s so good that it’s nearly the highest-rated game of all time on Steam, right behind a game called Portal 2. This shows that Stardew Valley isn’t just popular; it’s truly a high-quality game that makes players happy.

Can you believe it? Stardew Valley has sold more than 41 million copies around the world as of late 2024 and early 2025. That’s a massive number of people enjoying life on their virtual farms! This milestone means the game keeps growing its fan base, even though it came out way back in 2016.

It’s available on almost every device, like PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and even mobile phones, which helps more people discover it.

The journey to selling 41 million copies is quite interesting, especially for a game that’s been around for a while.

A big chunk of those sales, over 26 million copies, are on PC. This makes sense because that’s where the game started. The Nintendo Switch also has a huge number, with about 7.9 million copies sold. Players love taking their farms with them on the go! Sales on other consoles like PlayStation and Xbox, and on mobile phones, add up to the rest of that amazing 41 million.

Most games sell a lot when they first come out, and then sales slow down. But Stardew Valley is different. Its sales keep climbing even years later! One big reason is free updates. The game’s creator ConcernedApe keeps adding new items, characters, stories, and places to explore.

For example, the big 1.6 Update released recently brought a lot of new life and players back to the game. Also, Stardew Valley is known as a “comfort game” – it’s relaxing and a nice escape, which makes new players want to try it and old players keep coming back.

Even more recently, in June 2025, Stardew Valley saw another huge jump in sales. It sold over half a million copies (more than 500,000!) in just one month on Steam.

This happened because the game was offered at a discount during the Steam Summer Sale. It just goes to show that even after nearly a decade, people are still excited to buy and play this special game.

What makes this simple farm game so popular with millions of players? It’s a mix of clever design, constant care, and a friendly vibe.

At its heart, Stardew Valley is a farming simulator. You clear land, plant crops, raise animals, and sell your goods. But it’s so much more! You can go fishing, dig deep into mines to find treasures, fight monsters, and even make friends (or marry!) the people in the nearby town. There are so many things to do that you never run out of choices. You can play at your speed, making it a truly relaxing game for many.

One of the biggest reasons Stardew Valley stays fresh is that ConcernedApe regularly adds new things for free. The 1.6 Update, for example, brought a whole new festival, new items, new secrets, and many tiny improvements that made the game even better. Players love that the game isn’t just released and forgotten; it grows and changes, offering new reasons to play.

It’s really amazing to think that almost all of Stardew Valley was created by one dedicated person: Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe. He wrote the code, made the beautiful pixel art, composed the music, and designed the gameplay. His passion for the game shines through. He also listens closely to his players, often adding things they ask for, which makes the game feel truly special and personal.

Stardew Valley has a wonderful and welcoming community of players. People share tips, show off their beautiful farms, create amazing mods (extra content made by fans), and make fan art. This strong community makes the game even more fun because players feel like they’re part of something big and friendly.

With all these amazing milestones, what does the future hold for Stardew Valley and its creator?

While the big 1.6 Update was huge, ConcernedApe has hinted that he might still release smaller fixes and tweaks for Stardew Valley. He truly cares about the game and wants it to be the best it can be. So, while we might not see another massive update like 1.6 anytime soon, players can trust that the game will continue to be cared for.

Fans are also eagerly waiting for ConcernedApe’s next project: Haunted Chocolatier. This new game will be different from Stardew Valley, focusing more on making chocolate and fighting ghosts in a castle. It’s still being worked on, but knowing it’s coming from the same mind that created Stardew Valley keeps players excited for what’s next from this talented developer.