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“Stardew Valley’s New Hardcore Mode: You Cheat, You Lose. Seriously.”

Stardew Valley has a hardcore mode now thanks to a silly joke, but it's no laughing matter - you will lose your save if you use a guide (Via: vg247.com)

Image via: vg247.com - Stardew Valley has a hardcore mode now thanks to a silly joke, but it's no laughing matter - you will lose your save if you use a guide

Stardew Valley's New Hardcore Mode Mod

If you're into living dangerously, the cozy farming sim Stardew Valley now has a hardcore mode mod.


The Unthinkable Challenge

Stardew Valley isn't usually the kind of game that screams "hardcore." It's meant to be chill and relaxing—definitely not Elden Ring. You could make it tougher with crops needing extra care or making money harder to earn, but that's against the spirit of the game. Last week, satire site Hard Drive suggested a hardcore mode where your farm gets deleted if you open the game's official Wiki. Anyone seasoned in Stardew Valley knows the Wiki is the Bible for farming needs, making this challenge seem impossible.


Hard Drive's idea was just satire, obviously. But then it wasn't. Within a day of the article going live, someone made this a real mod. Yep, you can now download a mod that checks if you have the Wiki open, and if you do, your save file instantly gets yeeted into oblivion. User nightshademagia turned this joke into reality, perfectly showcased in a short video. Trust me, you don't want to try this if you've got a save file you've been nurturing for ages.



McScratchey's Thoughts

Stardew Valley's Hardcore Mode: The Absolute Test of Resilience

If you ever thought Stardew Valley couldn't be hardcore, think again. This usually peaceful farming sim just got an unexpectedly brutal twist with a new mod. Let's dive into why this change is both hilarious and terrifying.


The Nature of Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley is known for its serenity. It's a game where you farm, make friends, and maybe even fall in love. It's the kind of game you play to escape the stress of daily life. You'd never compare it to the heart-pounding stress of Elden Ring or Dark Souls. But sometimes, unexpected mash-ups create something truly wild.


Introducing Hardcore Mode

Last week, Hard Drive, a satirical games news outlet, joked about a Stardew Valley hardcore mode. Their idea? Your farm gets deleted if you dare to open the game's Wiki. This seemed like an impossible challenge, perfect for a good laugh.


Fast forward a day, and some enterprising modder, nightshademagia, turned the joke into reality. Now, if you open that Wiki while playing, your precious farm just gets zapped into oblivion. Let's be clear: This isn't for the faint-hearted.


A Unique Challenge for Die-Hard Fans

For those who think Stardew Valley is too easy, this could be the ultimate challenge. Imagine nurturing your crops, building relationships, all while resisting the urge to check a single guide. One wrong move, one slip-up, and your entire farm is history. Yikes!


Should You Try It?

Well, if you’re a Stardew Valley veteran with nothing to lose (or a brand-new save to spare), go for it. But maybe don’t put your beloved, long-term farm on the line. Just saying.


If you want to read more about this wild new mod, check out the initial coverage on VG247 or see some discussion on GamesRadar.



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