Highlights
- Update 1.6 of Stardew Valley will introduce a new Big Chest storage item, fulfilling a long-standing fan request.
- The standard chests in the game are limited to holding 36 items, but the Big Chest will offer more inventory slots for players.
- ConcernedApe, the game's creator, has been working hard on Update 1.6.
Bolstering continued fan excitement, Stardew Valley creator Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone has revealed that Update 1.6 will introduce a new Big Chest storage item. Players have long asked for updates to the standard chests in the game, with many resorting to using sheds for storage in Stardew Valley. With this new item coming in Update 1.6, fans will finally have one of their biggest requests fulfilled.
Since its initial release in 2016, Stardew Valley has become a standout and a staple of the life-sim genre. From its relaxing gameplay and wholesome story to its loveable characters, Stardew Valley has garnered a dedicated fan base. The game's creator has been working on Update 1.6 for some time, and this latest reveal includes several details on the project's progress.
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ConcernedApe's newest reveal of big changes to come in Stardew Valley Update 1.6 includes a look at a brand new Big Chest item. Chests in Stardew Valley are used to store useful items, such as harvested crops, crafting resources, and spare equipment, but the standard chests are limited to holding a maximum of 36 unique items. While up to 999 identical items can be stacked in a single inventory space, the sheer variety and quantity of required and helpful items in the game generally necessitates multiple chests. Fans have long asked for a new variety of chest that offers more inventory slots, and it seems Update 1.6 will finally bring a solution with the Big Chest.
Fans have already begun celebrating the Big Chest reveal, with many noting how long the community has been wanting such an item. Other fans noticed a curious stone chest next to the Big Chest in the teaser image, sparking conversations about other potential new items in Stardew Valley Update 1.6. Many also took note of ConcernedApe's mention of being in "extreme crunch mode." Multiple AAA studios have received criticism over the years for forced overtime and crunch work, though ConcernedApe has assured fans the grindstone mindset is "self-imposed." As the Stardew Valley creator continues to drop hints, fans are as excited as ever for the big update's release.
Players have long appreciated the hardwork and dedication of solo indie game developers, and the Stardew Valley community continues to showcase incredible support for ConcernedApe. Fans frequently share their love of the game with incredible Stardew Valley fan crafts, and Eric Barone responds in kind with hints at new game content. Though no official release date has been shared, Update 1.6 is keeping many players fully focused on Stardew Valley.
Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is a hit Indie release that spawned a cult following thanks to its similarities to titles like Harvest Moon and The Sims. Players will take control of their own characters as they are dropped into the eponymous Stardew Valley and given an old dilapidated farm. They'll cultivate new crops and relationships with the NPCs scattered around the area, as well as combat monsters and embark on other quests.
