A question we all have before starting a game is how long it will take to beat it. This is straightforward for a lot of games, but with Stardew Valley though, there is no 'end'. As you play on your farm, you will come across various milestones and progress trackers, but there is no end to the game. Players can continue farming for years in the game without growing bored.
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We are going to go over how long it takes to pass Grandpa's farm evaluation, which can be considered the end of the main storyline. Additionally, we are going to take a look at how long it will take to achieve 100% perfection.
Completing Main Storyline
Grandpa's evaluation including various achievements, including finishing the Community Center. This can widely vary between players, but on average, it takes about 50 hours to complete the main storyline.
Here are some helpful guides to help you smoothly complete the main storyline.
- Stardew Valley: A Guide to Completing Grandpa’s Evaluation
- Stardew Valley: A Guide To Completing The Community Center
- Stardew Valley: 10 Hidden Tricks The Game Doesn't Tell You
Achieving 100% Perfection
After finishing the main storyline, you can go for 100% perfection. This is very time-consuming and involves a lot of tasks. On average, it will take between 150-200 hours to achieve 100% perfection.
Below, you can find a list of every goal you need to complete.
- Ship All Produce And Foraged Items
- Build All Four Obelisks
- Build The Gold Clock
- Complete All Monster Slaying Goals
- Reach Maximum Friendship With Everyone
- Maximize All Skills
- Find Every Stardrop
- Cook Every Recipe
- Craft All Items
- Catch All Fish
- Find All Golden Walnuts
After achieving 100% perfection, you will receive additional rewards. Essentially, you can keep farming forever. It's not unusual to see players on Reddit show off their 1000-hour farm.
With the announcement that Stardew Valley is coming to Game Pass, now is a good time to play! We have tons of guides, providing you with everything you need to know about Stardew Valley. If you are unsure where to start, be sure to check out our guide on tips for beginners.
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