Once downloaded, double-click the .exe file and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation. How to Verify You Are Playing Version 1.6

Select your preferred hard drive directory and click Next .

Click the green Install or Play with Game Pass button. The app will automatically handle the download and add a shortcut to your desktop. 4. How to Verify You Have Version 1.6 Installed

Steam is the most popular platform for playing Stardew Valley on PC. It features automatic updates, cloud saves, and seamless access to the Steam Workshop for future multiplayer or community features. For New Players (Fresh Installation)

Launch the game. Look at the bottom-left corner of the title screen. You will see the version number printed clearly (e.g., v1.6.x ).

Go to the GOG website or open the GOG GALAXY desktop launcher.

Select Stardew Valley from the search results and click Add to Cart to complete your purchase.

Launch the GOG Galaxy launcher or visit the official GOG website. Find Stardew Valley: Search for the game in the store tab.

button on the game page. Steam will automatically download the latest 1.6 build. Update (Existing Users)

: Available for Windows users, often included in the PC Game Pass subscription. Installation Instructions

If it still displays 1.5, right-click the game in your Steam library, select > Updates , and ensure "Always keep this game updated" is selected.