Stardew Valley has been one of the biggest gaming success stories of the last decade and part of that is surely to do with how well Eric Barone writes the characters. This retrospective is an analysis of the game's history as well as its character development - how it marries emotional bonds with its gameplay mechanics, because designing and decorating your own farm is a satisfying experience but what would Stardew Valley be without the likes of Abigail, Penny and Shane? Don't forget to check out my farm tour video too!

   • Stardew Valley - Forest Farm Tour - 1...   - My Stardew Valley Farm Tour
   • How Stardew Valley Makes You Care for...  
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Additional gameplay footage courtesy of:
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Other footage courtesy of GQ, PexBell, AFP News, Inside Edition and Seattle Theatre Group.

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