Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley

Getting Started & Core Mechanics

Master Stardew Valley's core mechanics with tips for the 1.6 update. Learn about Junimos, gifting, shift-clicking, and tool area upgrades.

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Getting Started & Core Mechanics

Begin your Stardew Valley journey by understanding core mechanics, updated for the 1.6 update. The main story revolves around restoring Pelican Town's Community Center, where the Junimos, forest spirits, will guide you. Essential tips include giving gifts to build friendships, using shift-click to purchase 5 items at once, and holding the tool button for upgraded hoes or watering cans to increase their area of effect. Watch TV for useful tips and recipes.

  • Story Quests:
    • Give the War Memento to Kent
    • Give the Gourmet Tomato Salt to Gus
    • Give the Stardew Valley Rose to Sandy
    • Give the Advanced TV...
  • General Tips:
    • Giving gifts helps build friendships.
    • Shift-click to buy 5 items at a time.
    • Hold the tool button for upgraded hoes or watering cans to increase area of effect.
    • Right-click to use a weapon's special move.
    • Watch TV for tips and recipes.
    • The traveling merchant visits twice a week, selling goods at varying prices.
  • Artifacts: Artifacts are items primarily found by digging up Artifact Spots, though other methods exist. There are 42 artifacts in total. One of each must be donated to the Museum to complete its collection, yielding rewards at milestones or for specific donations.