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Stardew Valley mod brings pixelated Astarion romance soon

Jul 08, 2024 9:11 AM

Last year's biggest game, Baldur's Gate 3, is set to cross paths with Stardew Valley later this year, courtesy of a modding project. The mod aims to bring beloved characters from Baldur's Gate 3, such as Astarion, Shadowheart, Gale, and Halsin, into the pixelated world of Stardew Valley. However, only Astarion and Halsin will be romanceable initially. The modding team, including XunHe1145, has hinted that the first part of the mod could be released as early as fall or winter of this year.

Mod enthusiasts can look forward to new stores, one of which will feature a restaurant managed by Rolan’s Projection. Although Rolan himself is not a marriable NPC, he will occasionally appear on the map. Those supporting the team’s Patreon will have the opportunity to vote on future marriageable characters after the first part of the mod is released. Additionally, the update mentions the addition of spouse rooms, patios, special furniture, and seasonal outfits for the NPCs.

If you're interested in more mods for Baldur's Gate 3, you might want to check out the fully fleshed-out roguelike mod that's available.

When will the Baldur's Gate 3 mod for Stardew Valley be released?n

The first part of the mod is expected to be released in fall or winter of this year, though an exact release date has not been confirmed.

Baldur's Gate 3, developed by Larian Studios, has been met with widespread acclaim for its deep role-playing mechanics and compelling narrative. The game continues the lineage of the celebrated Baldur's Gate series, offering players an expansive world filled with intricate quests and meaningful character interactions. Stardew Valley, on the other hand, is a beloved farming simulator created by ConcernedApe that has captured the hearts of players with its charm, depth, and community-driven gameplay. Combining these two fan-favorite titles into a single mod is sure to excite fans of both franchises.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-07-08 09:30:03
Merging Baldur's Gate 3 with Stardew Valley through modding is such a creative collision of genres I can't wait to see Astarion tending crops and Halsin at the farmer's market—it's bound to bring some enchanted chaos to the peaceful farm life.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-07-08 09:24:04
Mixing the deep lore and rich characters of Baldur's Gate 3 with the cozy, heartwarming vibe of Stardew Valley sounds like a modder’s dream come true. Can’t wait to woo Astarion while tending to my pixelated crops
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