Modding:Index

Mods are packages of files which change Stardew Valley in some way. Mods can add features (like showing NPCs on the map), change game mechanics (like making fences decay more slowly), make cosmetic changes (like making your house look like a hobbit home), and much more.

For players

• Getting started
  • FAQs
  • Install SMAPI
  • Need help? Ask the community

• More advanced
  • SMAPI mod compatibility list
  • SMAPI mod key bindings
  • Using XNB mods (not recommended)

For mod creators

Basics

• Creating a mod
• SMAPI reference
• IDE reference
• Editing XNB files

Advanced topics

• Maps
• NPCs:
  • Dialogue
  • Events
  • Gift tastes
  • Schedules

• Objects:
  • Craftable items
  • Crops
  • Furniture
  • Hats
  • Objects

• Other:
  • Achievements
  • Blueprints
  • Debug commands
  • Fish
  • Weather

Migration guides

• Updating deprecated code
• Migrate SMAPI mods to Stardew Valley 1.3
• Migrate XNB changes to Stardew Valley 1.3

See also

• Chat on Discord — get help, ask questions, or discuss with modders and SMAPI developers.