New Stardew Valley Update Brings Challenges with Pet Hats
With the recent release of version 1.6 for Stardew Valley, players were excited to discover a new feature that allows pets to wear hats. However, this addition has unintentionally led to performance issues, including noticeable lag during gameplay. Eric “Concerned Ape”Barone has addressed this issue via social media, recommending that players remove hats from their pets to mitigate these problems.
Performance Notifications and Future Fixes
Concerned Ape acknowledged the existence of this performance bug and reassured the community that a patch to resolve it is on the way, although no specific timeline has been set. Players experiencing these issues, particularly those utilizing the new hat feature, should temporarily remove their pets’ hats until an update is released. This measure is expected to significantly reduce or eliminate the lag that some users are facing.
In-Game Lore and Pet Hat Restrictions
In a twist that adds depth to the game’s storyline, Concerned Ape hinted at an in-world rationale for the temporary unavailability of pet hats. Responding to a player’s inquiry about the lore concerning this feature, he referenced a peculiar situation:
There’s rumors of a strange rash affecting pets’ ears in Zuzu City and we just want to make sure those ears can breathe for a few days
— ConcernedApe (@ConcernedApe) November 5, 2024
Additional Update Insights: Experimental Multiplayer Limitations
Players should also be aware that the 1.6 update introduced experimental multiplayer features for mobile devices. Since this aspect is still under development, players who attempt to utilize cheat codes to access multiplayer may encounter functionality issues that differ from the smoother experiences available on console and PC versions. It is advisable to proceed with caution if experimenting with this new feature.
Platform Availability
Stardew Valley is playable across multiple platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, PCs, mobile devices, and PlayStation Vita. The latest patch, version 1.6, can be accessed on all major platforms, including the Switch, PS4, Xbox One, PC, and mobile devices.
For further details on this update and to stay informed about ongoing developments, visit Siliconera’s coverage.
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