Stardew Valley Switch Patch Update

Summary

• ConcernedApe is addressing the divorce crash and raccoon shop issues in Stardew Valley's Nintendo Switch version.
• A Nintendo Switch patch resolving these problems is coming soon.
• These issues are already fixed on PC, console, and mobile platforms.

Stardew Valley developer, ConcernedApe, has announced via social media that a Nintendo Switch patch addressing the game-breaking divorce crash and raccoon shop bugs is imminent. While these issues have been resolved on PC, mobile, and other consoles, the Switch update is still under development.

Since its 2016 release, Stardew Valley has seen numerous updates, adding new content and fixing bugs reported by its dedicated community. The game's charming pixel art, relaxing gameplay, and consistent updates have maintained its popularity. A recent update addressed persistent issues, and the final piece of that puzzle—the Switch patch—is nearing completion.

ConcernedApe recently confirmed on Twitter that the patch addressing the divorce crash and raccoon shop problems is "still coming," reassuring players it will be released as soon as possible, though no specific date has been given. These issues, among others, arose following the launch of update 1.6, which has already been patched on other platforms. The developer initially announced the Switch patch was in development around Christmas, and now, nearly three weeks later, its release appears near.

Stardew Valley Switch Patch: Fixing Divorce Crash and Raccoon Shop Issues

Stardew Valley's major 1.6 update, released on PC in March, introduced significant new content including expanded NPC interactions, a new farm type (Meadowlands Farm), and fresh festivals and events. Visual enhancements such as waterfalls, holiday decorations, and seasonal map variations were also included.

However, subsequent patches inadvertently introduced new problems. While update 1.6 reached console and mobile in November, game-breaking bugs, including the aforementioned issues, quickly surfaced. A swift emergency patch addressed mobile problems on November 15th, while fixes for other platforms continued.

The Stardew Valley community appreciates ConcernedApe's transparent communication and rapid response to player concerns. Although the Switch patch isn't yet available, players can be confident it's actively under development and will be released soon.