Stardew Valleyis a timeless game because if you get bored of the endless existing content, you can simply install mods to expand your gameplay. If there’s an update and you’re worried about your mods being outdated, I’ll explain how to update your mods in Stardew Valley below.

Stardew Valley 1.6 mod update guide

If you are concerned about whether your mods in Stardew Valley will be compatible with version 1.6 or a different version,most mods are updated for you to redownload and use. But, some of them will likely remain outdated. Therefore,I highly recommend saving your current game and mod filesto keep them safe.

How to backup your Stardew Valley mods

You can begin byduplicating the Stardew Valley game folder to another locationand giving it a new name. This way, whenever you wish to play with those particular mods, you can use the Stardew Valleyversion downgrading tool. The Stardew Valley folder is located in:

you’re able to simply use the version downgrading tool to launch off the folder you’ve just duplicated, allowing you to play any version of the game you’d like.

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How to update Stardew Valley 1.6 mods

Manually update your Stardew Valley mods

If you don’t have too many mods, you’re able to simply go toSMAPIandmanually checkif they are compatible with your game version. The website provides information on whether the version is broken, scheduled for an update, or simply abandoned. You can also download the most stable versions of the mods linked on SMAPI from various sources, such as Nexus Mods.

Update your Stardew Valley mods using Stardrop mod manager

If you have too many mods and wish to automate the process, you can utilize theStardrop mod managerorSMAPIto manage all your mods. These mod managers are integrated with SMAPI and Nexus Mods, allowing you toautomatically updateyour Stardew Valley mods to newer versions using the mod manager.

Keep in mind that even if the mod manager indicates that there is a newer version of the mod available for download, it may not necessarily be the most recent version supported by the game. So, be sure to check the version of your game when trying to match it with the mod version to avoid any issues that could break your game.

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