Stardew Valley Creator Vows Never to Charge for DLC
Solomon Thompson / 4 months ago
Eric Barone, known as ConcernedApe, the creator of Stardew Valley, has committed to never charge for downloadable content (DLC) or updates. This pledge came through a social media update while discussing the game’s 1.6 content update for Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
Eric Barone’s Commitment to Fans
Barone’s declaration was firm: “I swear on the honor of my family name, I will never charge money for a DLC or update for as long as I live.” This statement reassures fans that all future content will remain free, despite the lengthy wait times.
Stardew Valley’s PC version already has the 1.6 update, which includes new content, balance changes, and quality-of-life improvements. Fans on consoles are eagerly awaiting this update. Alongside this, Barone is developing a new game, Haunted Chocolatier, which has generated excitement among his followers.
Fans appreciate his commitment, noting that it’s rare in an industry often criticized for monetizing additional content. With this pledge, Barone continues to earn respect and admiration from the gaming community.
