Summary
- ConcernedApe is actively working on resolving issues in Stardew Valley's Nintendo Switch version, including the divorce crash and raccoon shop problems.
- A patch addressing these issues will be released for the Nintendo Switch "as soon as possible."
- These issues have already been fixed on PC, console, and mobile platforms, but the Switch patch is still in development.
Stardew Valley’s developer, ConcernedApe, has taken to social media to announce that the Nintendo Switch patch addressing the divorce crash and the raccoon shop issues will be released soon. Since its debut in 2016, Stardew Valley has captivated players with its unique gameplay and charming pixel art, while its serene and relaxing mechanics have kept it popular and relevant. The game has seen numerous updates, not only adding new content but also fixing various bugs and issues reported by the community. In December, an update addressing a persistent issue was released for PC, console, and mobile platforms, and is now nearing its release on the Switch.
ConcernedApe used Twitter to reassure players that the Stardew Valley patch for the divorce crash and raccoon shop issues is “still coming.” Although no specific release date has been provided for the Switch update, the developer has assured players that it will be released as soon as possible. Following the launch of update 1.6 in March, which introduced new content such as NPC chats, the Meadowlands Farm, new festivals, and visual enhancements like waterfalls and seasonal world map variants, players noticed several issues. These were addressed in subsequent patches for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Around Christmas, ConcernedApe tweeted that the Switch patch was in development, and nearly 20 days later, it appears to be nearing release.
Stardew Valley Switch Patch Fixing Divorce Crash and Raccoon Shop Coming Soon
Stardew Valley’s update 1.6, released in March for PC, brought a wealth of new content to the game, including personalized NPC gift reactions, the new Meadowlands Farm, and additional festivals and events. The update also introduced visual improvements like waterfalls, holiday decorations, and seasonal world map variants.
While update 1.6 resolved many gameplay issues, it inadvertently introduced new problems. When rolled out to console and mobile versions in November, players quickly identified several game-breaking bugs. An emergency patch was released for the mobile version on November 15, and the developer continued working on fixes for other platforms.
The Stardew Valley community has expressed appreciation for ConcernedApe’s transparent communication and swift responses to player concerns. Although the patch for the divorce crash and raccoon shop on the Switch isn’t available yet, players can be confident that the developer is diligently working to release it soon.
