Stardew Valley’s Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is out now, delivering a Christmas surprise for players. After a September Nintendo Direct confirmed that ConcernedApe was developing a Switch 2 update, the edition released on Christmas Day. The update is free for anyone who already owns the Switch version; new buyers can purchase the Switch 2 Edition for $14.99. Existing Switch owners can upgrade to the Switch 2 Edition via a free 'Upgrade Pack' on the Nintendo eShop.
The Switch 2 Edition adds mouse controls, local split-screen co-op for up to four players, and online multiplayer for up to eight players. The Switch 2 Game Share feature lets four players play co-op with a single copy.
In practice, these additions expand how Stardew Valley can be enjoyed on Nintendo hardware, with mouse input offering new methods of interaction and the broader multiplayer options enabling larger sessions.
For the full breakdown, see Game Informer's coverage: Stardew Valley Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Out Now. This includes reference to the free upgrade path for existing owners and the $14.99 price for new buyers. Additionally, readers can consult Game Informer's Stardew Valley review for further context, and later explore Game Informer's list of top cozy games to play right now.