Summary

• ConcernedApe is addressing the Nintendo Switch version of Stardew Valley's divorce crash and raccoon shop issues.
• 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 will be released shortly. While these issues have been resolved on PC, mobile, and other consoles, the Switch update is still underway.

Since its 2016 release, Stardew Valley has seen numerous updates and improvements. Its charming pixel art, relaxing gameplay, and consistent updates from ConcernedApe have kept it incredibly popular. ConcernedApe regularly releases updates adding new content and fixing reported bugs. A recent update addressing persistent issues is nearing its release on the Nintendo Switch.

ConcernedApe confirmed on Twitter that the Stardew Valley patch fixing the divorce crash and raccoon shop issues is "still coming," although no specific release date has been given. The developer assures players it will be released as soon as possible. Following the launch of update 1.6, these and other issues were reported, and have since been resolved on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. ConcernedApe initially announced the Switch patch was in development around Christmas, and now, nearly three weeks later, it's nearing completion.

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 new NPC dialogue with personalized gift reactions, the Meadowlands Farm, and new festivals and events. Visual improvements such as waterfalls, holiday decorations, and seasonal map variations were also added.

However, subsequent patches unintentionally introduced new problems. While update 1.6 reached consoles and mobile in November, players quickly discovered game-breaking bugs. A swift emergency patch addressed mobile issues on November 15th, with fixes for other platforms following.

The Stardew Valley community appreciates ConcernedApe's open communication and responsiveness. While the Switch patch for the divorce crash and raccoon shop isn't yet available, players can be confident it's actively under development and will be released soon.