Stardew Valley is a vast game, crafted mostly by a single developer, brimming with significant updates that alter gameplay dynamics. However, it's the subtle nuances that truly immerse players in the game world. Some elements are so rare that they rely on chance or specific conditions, adding layers of depth and surprise.
These uncommon occurrences and hidden gems in Stardew Valley may not impact the core gameplay, but they serve as rewards for dedicated players who explore beyond the ordinary. Surprisingly, some of these events can introduce eerie or unsettling moments in an otherwise lighthearted game.
Updated April 2, 2024, by Mohsen Baqery: Even veteran players of Stardew Valley may be unaware of certain rare events within the game. With the latest update 1.6, the chances of missing out on secret events have peaked. Consequently, this list has been updated to feature two of the most elusive RNG-triggered events to showcase ConcernedApe's knack for hiding mysteries in his games: the Meteorite and Wild Animal Attack events. While experienced players might have witnessed these events, newer farmers are still hoping for a serendipitous encounter.
13 Meteorite Event
Something Has Fallen from the Sky
- Likelihood: 1%
- Outcome: Encounter with a meteorite
Annually in Stardew Valley, there's a mere 1% chance of a celestial object crashing onto the farm. To trigger this event, a 3x3 empty space on the farm must include a 2x2 area free of structures, animals, and water.
Once the farm meets the event criteria, a nighttime explosion heralds the arrival of a massive, seemingly indestructible meteorite. Removing this space rock requires a Gold or Iridium pickaxe.
12 Wild Animal Attack
The Wolf Of Pelican Town Street
- Likelihood: 50% (if no other event is scheduled)
- Outcome: Farm animal disappearance due to a predator
When no other Random Event occurs in a save file, the Wild Animal Attack event is guaranteed. Leaving barn or coop animals outside overnight triggers a nocturnal assault by a wild creature.
The following morning, distressed animals indicate a nighttime disturbance. While the game doesn't elaborate, it implies a predator attack through the absence of a farm animal.
11 Placing Lewis' Golden Statue In Town
The Embarrassing Effigy
- Likelihood: N/A
- Effect: Unlocking a hidden interaction
Uncovering a secret note leads players to a concealed solid gold statue of Lewis behind a Pelican Town house. This decorative statue portrays the town's mayor in all his grandeur.
Players can retain the statue on their farm or provoke a rare event by placing it in Pelican Town, eliciting an amusingly irate reaction from the mayor himself. The statue vanishes the next day, substituted by decaying foliage, accompanied by a message from Lewis via mail.