Opening a game 10,000 times has a reward, at least if that game is Stardew Valley.

A player has reached a remarkable milestone by opening Stardew Valley 10,000 times, an achievement that has been recognized by its creator, Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone, through a special in-game message. Upon starting the title, Oprima found the surprising note that said: “You have started this game 10,000 times! I’m impressed – Ape”. This easter egg is part of a system designed by Barone that triggers messages based on the number of times a player starts the game, also showing acknowledgments to those who have reached 100 or 1,000 entries.

Since its launch in 2016, Stardew Valley has sold over 41 million copies, highlighting its ongoing success and popularity in the video game industry. Despite being nearly a decade old, the game maintains a vast community that continues to explore new features and updates, as well as the creation and use of mods, which could explain the number of times Oprima has opened the game. Reddit users have speculated about the hours the player might have dedicated to this experience, with estimates exceeding 20,000 hours. However, it has also been suggested that the number of openings could be due to testing various modifications available for the game.

Stardew Valley has not only provoked an emotional response in its community, but it has also proven to be a sales phenomenon, remaining relevant in a market crowded with new releases. With a focus on farm management and social simulation, the title has managed to cultivate not only the attention of players but also an unwavering dedication from the community, which continues to discover hidden values and achievements within the game.

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