Stardew Valley Multiplayer Beta is Now Live on Steam

Screenshot from Stardew Valley showing cabins available for purchase in multiplayer mode.

Stardew Valley fans received an exciting surprise today with the release of the game’s highly anticipated multiplayer beta for PC users. The announcement, shared on the official Stardew Valley dev blog, includes detailed instructions on how to access the Stardew Valley multiplayer beta and a glimpse of what’s to come in this update. Let’s dive into the key details of this exciting release.

How to Access the Stardew Valley Multiplayer Beta

Developer tccoxon unveiled the multiplayer beta on the Stardew Valley website, explaining how players can join the beta, what to expect during gameplay, and where to report any bugs encountered. To join the Stardew Valley multiplayer beta, PC players must own the game on Steam. GOG players will gain access within the next few days.

For Steam users, the process is straightforward:

  1. Open your Steam library and right-click Stardew Valley.
  2. Select “Properties” from the dropdown menu.
  3. Navigate to the “Betas” tab.
  4. Enter the access code “jumpingjunimos.”
  5. Once entered, select the beta version from the dropdown menu to begin your multiplayer experience.

Important Tips Before Playing the Stardew Valley Beta

Before diving into the Stardew Valley multiplayer, it’s crucial to back up your save files. This step is necessary because files saved in version 1.3 are not compatible with version 1.2. Since this is a beta release, players should also be prepared to encounter some bugs during gameplay. Reporting these bugs will help the developers refine the multiplayer experience before the full release.

New Content in Stardew Valley v1.3 Update

The extent of new content in this update is still unfolding, but players have already discovered some exciting additions thanks to some patch notes released by ConcernedApe.

One of the most notable features in version 1.3 is the ability to buy Pam a house, offering players a new way to interact with the beloved characters of Pelican Town. While no other new content has been confirmed, there’s likely more to discover as players explore the beta.

What do you think about the Stardew Valley Multiplayer Beta going live? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!

 

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