Stardew Valley update 1.6 - Release date and patch notes

Are you looking for information on the Stardew Valley 1.6 update? Stardew Valley fans have been eagerly anticipating the release of version 1.6 of the famed farming simulator, an update that has been in development for almost three years now. As more details have started to surface in recent months, excitement among the community has reached new heights.

The latest update promises to introduce brand-new content, including fresh items, exciting festivals, and much more. Players can look forward to an unforgettable experience on their farms as they dive into this highly anticipated patch.

The details for this patch have been shared slowly over time by none other than Stardew Valley developer ConcernedApe. Before jumping on those updates in detail, let's see what we know about the Stardew Valley 1.6 release date.

When is the Stardew Valley 1.6 release date?

After months of speculation, ConcernedApe himself confirmed when players can expect the Stardew Valley 1.6 update to drop - March 19.

Sadly, this will be the release date for the PC version only, with no details shared for those playing on console and mobile. When we get more information about the PlayStation, Xbox and mobile versions of Stardew Valley when ConcernedApe decides to share it.

Stardew Valley 1.6 patch notes

Starting on March 11, ConcernedApe has slowly been releasing patch notes for update 1.6 on X. Here's what he's shared so far.

• Fixed a bug that caused harvesting from left-to-right faster than going right-to-left.
• Melee attacks with a downward arc have been given a larger area of effect.
• Passing through pets now takes less time.
• 7-day honeymoon period added for newlyweds.
• Jelly, pickles, wines, and juices are now coloroed based on the ingredient used to make the item.
• Players can now drink mayonnaise.
• Meadowlands Farm type with chewy blue grass has been added.

We can't wait to see everything that appears in Pelican Town with this new update, so check back with us regularly. ConcernedApe may not have revealed everything that's coming to patch 1.6 through tweets so we'll update this guide with any new information we find.

So that's all we know about the Stardew Valley 1.6 release date, patch notes, and everything new. While you continue tending to your farm, you can also check out some of the best games like Stardew Valley, or if you're looking to maximise your profit you can research the best crops per season to harvest.