Stardew Valley Switch 2 Edition Adds Mouse, Local Co-op

• Key Takeaways:

• ConcernedApe released a free Nintendo Switch 2 edition update for Stardew Valley on Dec. 25, 2025.
• New features include mouse controls, local split-screen for up to 4 players, and online multiplayer for up to 8 players.
• Existing Switch owners receive the update as a free "Upgrade Pack" via the Nintendo eShop; new buyers can purchase the Switch 2 edition for $14.99.
• Nintendo Switch 2 Game Share lets a single copy support four-player local co-op with friends.

Overview

ConcernedApe quietly rolled out the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Stardew Valley on Christmas Day, delivering a free upgrade for current Switch owners and a standalone purchase option for newcomers. The surprise release follows the developer's announcement during a Nintendo Direct in September that a Switch 2 update was in the works.

What’s New in the Switch 2 Edition

Mouse Controls

One of the headline additions is native mouse support, bringing a PC-like input option to Stardew Valley on Nintendo Switch 2 hardware. This should streamline inventory management, menu navigation, and precision interactions on farms.

Local and Online Multiplayer

Local split-screen now supports up to four players on a single Switch 2 console, making couch co-op more accessible. Online multiplayer has also been expanded to host up to eight players, enabling larger farms and shared sessions across the network.

Game Share Support

Thanks to Switch 2's Game Share feature, a single copy of the game can be used to play four-player local co-op with friends. That reduces the barrier to entry for group sessions and should increase pick-up-and-play sessions among friends.

How to Upgrade, Price and Availability

If you already own Stardew Valley on a Nintendo Switch, ConcernedApe provides the Switch 2 edition as a free "Upgrade Pack" available through the Nintendo eShop. New players who do not own the original Switch release can purchase the Switch 2 edition outright for $14.99.

Where to Get It

The update and purchase page are available on the Nintendo eShop. Existing owners should find the Upgrade Pack listed under their game's options.

Why This Matters

The Switch 2 edition modernizes a long‑running indie success with quality-of-life improvements and expanded local multiplayer that align with Nintendo's hybrid hardware strengths. Mouse support narrows the gap between console and PC experiences, while Game Share and split-screen encourage social play.

Whether you already farm in Pelican Town or are considering your first season, the Switch 2 edition promises a smoother, more social experience on Nintendo's latest hardware.