Summary
Stardew Valleyhas seen exponential growth in popularity since its conception, but for some players, its appeal can fade over time. After playing the title for a long time, the story quests can become scarce, andmanaging the farm can start to feel like a chore.
Thankfully, there are plenty of things to do to cure that boredom. ConcernedApe (the developer ofStardew Valley) is known for their attention to detail, offering players endless fun if they know where to look. For those looking to inject some more excitement into the game, here are thebest things that bored players can do inStardew Valley.
1Unlock The Locked Boxes
Gain Three Secret Statues
Across the Valley, there are three locked boxes: one in the back room of the Saloon, another behind the Blacksmith, and the last in Vincent’s bedroom at 1 Willow Lane. By offering these statuesDuck Mayonnaise, aSuper Cucumber, or aStrange Bun, players will receive a rare statue as a reward. These statues can be used as furniture or decoration on the farm.
Finding the items for the statues adds an extra task that extends gameplay while also giving purpose toitems that have accumulated in chests without use.
2Experiment With Flute/Drum Blocks
Replicate Songs Or Make Your Own
The recipes for both theFlute Blockand theDrum Blockare obtained as part ofRobin’s6-heart event inStardew Valley. When crafted and placed on the floor, each block makes a sound as players walk past.
On Ginger Island, five Flute Blocks are needed to receive five golden walnuts from the Mermaid to the right of the Docks. When placed, simply tap the first one twice, the second ten times, the third eight times, the fourth four times, and the fifth six times. Then, walk past them to play the tune.
These blocks open up a multitude of creative possibilities, allowing players to replicate many songs, and there are countless TikTok and YouTube videos demonstrating how to do so. Alternatively, players can create their own songs using the 25 notes available in the Flute Block and the 7 drum sounds in the Drum Block.
3Play Journey Of The Prairie King
Try To Beat It Without Dying
InGus' Stardrop Saloon,Journey of the Prairie King is one of two arcade machines. No in-game time passes as these games are played, so they can be enjoyed at the players' leisure.
Journey of the Prairie King is a Western-style top-down shooter, where enemies appear on all four sides of the player character. Beating the game rewards players with their own Prairie King Arcade System that can be placed and played inside the farmhouse.
4Play Junimo Kart
A Fun Side-Scrolling Platformer
The second arcade game in the Stardrop Saloon isJunimo Kart, a side-scrolling platformer. Players control a kart, navigating obstacles and progressing through six levels. Junimo Kart also features an endless mode, allowing players to play as long as they like.
As with Journey of the Prairie King, completing the game rewards players with their own arcade machine, which can be placed inside the farmhouse, giving gamers more incentive to win.
5Decorate Pelican Town
Customize The Bus Stop Or Quarry
There are several areas acrossStardew Valleythat players can decorate without the interference of NPCs. The Bus Stop and Quarry are just two examples of many.
Players can buy theFurniture Cataloguefrom Robin for 200,000g, which contains various indoor and outdoor furniture items that can be used to customize one’s space. Furthermore, other catalogs such as theWizard Catalogue(purchased fromKrobus' shop for 150,000g) and theJunimo Catalogue(purchasable from the Traveling Merchant at 70,000g) also providesome great outdoor furniture options.
6Acquire Meowmere
Unlock A Terraria Secret
If players throw anAncient Dollinto the Lava Pool at level 100 of the Mines, they’ll receive aFar Away Stone, which can be placed in the Wizard’s basement to unlock a secret level 4 sword.
Meowmereis a weapon with +4 Speed and +2 Weight, and it’s the only sword that deals consistent damage with every attack.Terrariaplayers will recognize the Meowmere as a powerful weapon from the game’s hard mode, earned by defeating the Moon Lord. InStardew Valley, however, its power is equivalent to weapons such as the Bone Sword or the Templar’s Blade.
7Complete Help Wanted Quests
Kill Time And Help The Townsfolk
OutsidePierre’s General Store, players can access a randomly generated quest every day. Rewards vary based on the items requested and player skill, but all count toward both the Gofer achievement and the A Big Help achievement in-game.
These quests are typically easy to complete and often involvefun activities like exploring the mines, fishing, and foraging, giving players a goal for each day. Additionally, most requests increase friendship with the villagers who made them, so completing them not only provides a break from the regular farm-tending routine but also advances the game.
8Play Multiplayer
Gather Friends And Play Together
PlayingStardew Valleyin multiplayer modeis a fun way to rediscover the game. Up to 8 players can join a single farm and work together to mine, fish, farm, forage, and fight.
The Four Corners farm map was specifically designed with multiplayer in mind, making it an ideal choice for four friends who want their own designated areas. Gold is shared between players, and profit margins can be adjusted to keep the game balanced, while XP and quests remain individual.
9Restart On A New Farm Layout
Try An Unfamiliar Layout
There areeight farm maps inStardew Valley, each with unique features. For example, the Forest Farm has two grassy areas with four hardwood tree stumps on each, the Meadowlands Farm comes with a coop and two chickens, and the Beach Farm allows players to catch Sea fish right from their farm.
Starting a new farm inStardew Valleycan significantly change the player’s experience, as each map offers its own set of challenges and opportunities.
10Achieve Perfection
Complete The Ultimate Stardew Valley Challenge
This one won’t be easy, but it will certainly keep players occupied for many hours. To achieve perfection, players must meet a specific set of criteria. These criteria can be found and tracked inMr. Qi’s Walnut Room on Ginger Island, located to the right of the prize machine.
Achieving 100% on the perfection tracker will unlock the Summit, where players will find either their spouse or MayorLewiswaiting, triggering a heartwarming and finalizing cutscene.
