Summary
- ConcernedApe is addressing the divorce crash and raccoon shop issues affecting the Nintendo Switch version of Stardew Valley.
- A Nintendo Switch patch resolving these problems is coming soon.
- These issues have already been fixed on PC, console, and mobile platforms.
Stardew Valley developer, ConcernedApe, has announced via social media that a Nintendo Switch patch addressing the game-breaking divorce crash and raccoon shop bugs is imminent. While these issues have been resolved on PC, mobile, and other consoles, the Switch update remains in development.
Since its 2016 release, Stardew Valley has received numerous updates, adding content and fixing bugs reported by its dedicated community. A recent update addressed persistent issues, and the final piece of that puzzle—the Switch patch—is nearing completion.
ConcernedApe confirmed on Twitter that the patch addressing the divorce crash and raccoon shop problems is “still coming,” though a specific release date remains unannounced. The developer assures players it will be released as soon as possible. These issues, among others, surfaced following the launch of update 1.6 and were quickly addressed on other platforms around Christmas. Nearly three weeks later, the Switch patch appears close to release.
Stardew Valley Switch Patch: Fixing Divorce Crash and Raccoon Shop Issues
Stardew Valley's major 1.6 update, released on PC in March, introduced significant new content, including expanded NPC dialogue with personalized gift reactions, the Meadowlands Farm, and new festivals and events. Visual enhancements such as waterfalls, holiday decorations, and seasonal world map variations were also included.
While update 1.6 resolved many issues, subsequent patches unfortunately introduced new bugs. The console and mobile versions received update 1.6 in November, but players quickly encountered problems, including game-breaking bugs. A swift emergency patch addressed mobile issues on November 15th, while fixes for other platforms continued.
The Stardew Valley community appreciates ConcernedApe's transparent communication and responsiveness. Although the Switch patch for the divorce crash and raccoon shop isn't yet available, players can be confident that its release is a high priority for the developer.
