Stardew Valley in IOS

ConcernedApe's hit farm RPG

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

98/100

Stardew Valley on mobile is nothing short of a miracle. It’s the full, uncompromised PC experience squeezed into your pocket, and it might actually be the best way to play it. The transition to touch controls has been handled with incredible care; features like auto-tool selection and tap-to-move make the daily chores of farming feel even more streamlined than they do with a controller. Whether you're planting parsnips or battling slimes in the mines, the game feels perfectly at home on an iPhone.

The depth of the game is staggering. You aren't just managing a farm; you're building a life in Pelican Town. From befriending the quirky locals and attending seasonal festivals to uncovering the mysteries of the Junimos, there is always something to do. With over 50 hours of content in the main story alone, and a near-infinite endgame, it’s the ultimate 'just one more day' game. It’s a warm, wholesome, and deeply rewarding masterpiece that every mobile gamer should own.

Reviewed on: Fri Dec 27 2024
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Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. I don’t hand out scores like this often, but Stardew Valley is the exception to almost every rule I have. It is a masterclass in game design, respecting the player's time while offering a staggering amount of depth. It’s a game about systems—farming, mining, socializing, and fishing—all woven together so tightly that you never feel like you're wasting time.

The mobile port is exceptionally well-handled. The auto-save feature is a godsend for a portable experience, and the touch-to-move controls work better than I anticipated. It's a premium experience without a single microtransaction in sight. It’s quiet, it’s thoughtful, and it’s one of the few games that actually makes me feel like I’ve accomplished something after a long session. If you haven't played it, you're missing out on the gold standard of the genre.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Incredible depth and longevity
  • Zero microtransactions
  • Perfectly adapted mobile controls
  • Fishing mechanic has a learning curve
  • Initial start can feel slow to some

Technical Report

Performance: Flawless performance; includes mobile-exclusive auto-save and multiple control schemes.

Accessibility:
  • Zooming functionality
  • Customizable controls

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a deep, relaxing RPG that you can play at your own pace.

Skip if: You strictly only play high-octane action games or dislike pixel art.

Similar Games:
  • Harvest Moon
  • Animal Crossing
  • Terraria

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative gamer
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 80 hours
  • Status: Grandpa's Evaluation Complete

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.6.15.1Wed Mar 18 2026

- Added Game Center support

- Added a leaderboard for Junimo Kart endless mode

- Added a leaderboard for the deepest mine level reached in Skull Cavern

- Fixed bug where moving buildings at Robin's could make them disappear

- Pets will no longer randomly change breeds when using Shrine of Illusions

- Fixed a crash when selling items in shops using a gamepad

- Patched an infinite money exploit when combining touch and gamepad controls

- Patched an infinite item glitch when interacting with the tailoring menu

- The tailoring menu will no longer unintentionally delete your equipped clothes

- Fixed a rare bug that made some 1.5.6 saves unable to load in 1.6


Move to the countryside, and cultivate a new life in this award-winning open-ended farming RPG! With over 50+ hours of gameplay content and new Mobile-specific features, such as auto-save and multiple controls options.

**Winner of the Golden Joysticks' Breakthrough Award**

**Nominee of Game of the Year 2017 - BAFTA Games Awards**

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BUILD THE FARM OF YOUR DREAMS:

■ Turn your overgrown fields into a lively and bountiful farm

■ Raise and breed happy animals, grow a variety of seasonal crops and design your farm, your way

■ Customize your farmer and home! With hundreds of options to choose from

■ Settle down and start a family with 12 potential marriage candidates

■ Become part of the community by taking part in seasonal festivals and villager quests

■ Explore vast, mysterious caves, encountering dangerous monsters and valuable treasure

■ Spend a relaxing afternoon at one of the local fishing spots or go crabbing by the seaside

■ Forage, grow crops and produce artisan goods to cook up as a delicious meal

■ Rebuilt for touch-screen gameplay on iOS with mobile-specific features, such as auto-select to toggle quickly between your farming tools and auto-attack to swiftly take down fiendish monsters in the mines

■ Continue farming from where you last left off with auto-save (even if you close the app!)

■ Play the game your way with multiple controls options, such as touch-screen and virtual joystick

■ Newly Updated Single Player Content - Including new town upgrades, dating events, crops, fishing ponds, hats, clothing, and new pets! Plus more to be discovered...

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“The best version of Stardew Valley is the one you have with you … This game is absolutely incredible, and will not disappoint.” - TouchArcade

"Stardew Valley beautifully combines farm simulation with RPG elements to create an intriguing, absorbing rural world." - IGN

“Far more than just a farming game... filled with seemingly endless content and heart.” Giant Bomb

"Village life has never been so accessible and satisfying" - The Telegraph

“Stardew Valley has been the most rich and heartwarming experience I’ve had in a game in years.” CG Magazine

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Note: Features new 1.6 update story content, multiplayer functionality not supported. No in-app purchases.


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Move to the countryside, and cultivate a new life in this award-winning open-ended farming RPG! With over 50+ hours of gameplay content and new Mobile-specific features, such as auto-save and multiple controls options.

**Winner of the Golden Joysticks' Breakthrough Award**

**Nominee of Game of the Year 2017 - BAFTA Games Awards**

---

BUILD THE FARM OF YOUR DREAMS:

■ Turn your overgrown fields into a lively and bountiful farm

■ Raise and breed happy animals, grow a variety of seasonal crops and design your farm, your way

■ Customize your farmer and home! With hundreds of options to choose from

■ Settle down and start a family with 12 potential marriage candidates

■ Become part of the community by taking part in seasonal festivals and villager quests

■ Explore vast, mysterious caves, encountering dangerous monsters and valuable treasure

■ Spend a relaxing afternoon at one of the local fishing spots or go crabbing by the seaside

■ Forage, grow crops and produce artisan goods to cook up as a delicious meal

■ Rebuilt for touch-screen gameplay on iOS with mobile-specific features, such as auto-select to toggle quickly between your farming tools and auto-attack to swiftly take down fiendish monsters in the mines

■ Continue farming from where you last left off with auto-save (even if you close the app!)

■ Play the game your way with multiple controls options, such as touch-screen and virtual joystick

■ Newly Updated Single Player Content - Including new town upgrades, dating events, crops, fishing ponds, hats, clothing, and new pets! Plus more to be discovered...

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“The best version of Stardew Valley is the one you have with you … This game is absolutely incredible, and will not disappoint.” - TouchArcade

"Stardew Valley beautifully combines farm simulation with RPG elements to create an intriguing, absorbing rural world." - IGN

“Far more than just a farming game... filled with seemingly endless content and heart.” Giant Bomb

"Village life has never been so accessible and satisfying" - The Telegraph

“Stardew Valley has been the most rich and heartwarming experience I’ve had in a game in years.” CG Magazine

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Note: Features new 1.6 update story content, multiplayer functionality not supported. No in-app purchases.


Featured In

Betting the Farm
MEET THE DEVELOPER
Betting the Farm
Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone on inspiration, motivation, and what’s next.
Sneak Peek: Stardew Valley
PRE-ORDERS
Sneak Peek: Stardew Valley
Farm, fish, and flourish in this pastoral paradise. Tap to learn more.
The Secrets of Stardew Valley
DEEP DIVE
The Secrets of Stardew Valley
Build a rural paradise

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 63203 Counts
Age Rating 13+

Screenshots

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Stardew Valley is a critically acclaimed farming simulation RPG where you inherit your grandfather's old farm plot. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. You can raise animals, grow seasonal crops, explore mysterious caves, and participate in the local community of Pelican Town. The mobile version has been rebuilt for touch-screen gameplay with features like auto-save and multiple control options. With over 50 hours of story content and constant updates, it offers a deep, relaxing world to lose yourself in.

Features

1

Full, uncompromised version of the hit PC game

2

50+ hours of gameplay content

3

Mobile-specific features like auto-save and auto-attack

4

Deep customization for your character and home

Tips

Promotion Videos

Stardew Valley Trailer - YouTube

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Haunted Chocolatier developer ConcernedApe blessed us with a new screenshot, confirming that Stardew's most notorious mini-game will return.

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Q&A

Yes, PC players can transfer their save data to the iOS version to continue their farm on the go.

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