Stardew Valley creator vows free content forever

Stardew Valley creator Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone has pledged to never charge fans for post-launch content in any of his games. In a recent X post, Barone assured fans that he will keep updates and DLC free, and he is currently focusing on bringing the game's 1.6 update to console and mobile platforms. Despite the extensive new content and improvements over the years, Barone remains dedicated to providing these updates without additional costs, ensuring his community can enjoy the game at no extra charge.

Barone has stated that he is working daily on the mobile port and will announce meaningful news such as a release date when available, although no specific date has been given yet.

Stardew Valley, released in 2016, has continually received significant updates, enhancing gameplay and fixing bugs, all free of charge. The game's dedication to quality and free content has solidified its place as a modern classic. Additionally, Barone's next title 'The Haunted Chocolatier' is in development, promising to bring new adventures to fans in the future.