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Last updated: 2025-18-09 Applies to Stardew Valley: 1.6.15+
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What is Stardew Valley VERY Expanded?
Stardew Valley VERY Expanded (svVe) is a curated mod collection that extends this familiar world far beyond Pelican Town while preserving the cozy, vanilla charm of the original game.
svVe is built for multiplayer co-op groups who need matching setups, as well as solo players looking for a rich, polished experience. Installation is straightforward with Vortex, with settings that work out-of-the-box.
Key Features:
Major expansions like Stardew Valley Expanded, East Scarp, and Ridgeside Village
New friends, quests, festivals, and immersive storylines
A massive farm map, great for co-op play
Optional aesthetic collections (Fairycore & Witchcore) to personalize your game's look
It's the easiest way to experience an expanded Stardew Valley without losing what makes the game special.
Get Started: Stardew Valley VERY Expanded on Nexus
Who is this for?
Experienced players who want more content without losing the vanilla feel
New players who want a challenging, curated starting point
Mod enthusiasts looking for a reliable base to build on
Co-op groups who need matching mod setups
Why use Vortex?
Vortex is the recommended mod manager for this collection:
Applies patches and configurations provided by the collection creator
Helps with version control to prevent compatibility issues
Non-destructive modding means no files are ever overwritten
One-click install requires Nexus Premium. Free users can still use the collection, but will follow guided install steps in Vortex.
Nexus Mods App is now also able to download collections, and additional support for that application is coming soon. Nexus Mods App shows great potential and already has excellent cross-drive support, but it is still in Beta and may not be stable.
To use a third-party manager like Stardrop, which cannot directly download Stardew Valley collections from Nexus, you will need to manually download each mod, merge the configurations, and apply patches manually. See: Manual Installation Guide
Concerned about Vortex behavior? See our Known Vortex Behavior & Workarounds section for common solutions and explanations.
About Nexus Collections
This is not a modpack. Nexus Collections work by downloading each mod individually, which means:
Every download counts as a unique download for the original creator
All endorsements go to the individual mods, not just the collection
The collection simply ensures compatibility and makes setup easy — it doesn't redistribute anyone's work
If you enjoy your experience, please take a moment to also endorse the individual mods on Nexus. It directly supports the creators whose creativity makes all this possible. 💕
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Language Support
If you want to play Stardew Valley VERY Expanded in your language, language packs are available. The mods in these packs are created by various translators, so please support them and their work by endorsing them on Nexus.
🇨🇳 svVe 简体中文翻译
More languages coming soon!
Aesthetic Valley Collections
These visual collections can be installed stand-alone, together, or even alongside Stardew Valley VERY Expanded in the same Vortex profile.
Aesthetic Valley | Fairycore
A magical, woodsy fairy aesthetic. Features pastel colors, nature-inspired UI elements, and a whimsical atmosphere. Fairycore on Nexus
Aesthetic Valley | Witchcore
A cozy, witchy cottagecore experience with a medieval tone. Features warm autumnal colors and a rustic atmosphere with cozy vibes. Witchcore on Nexus
You can use both together, but only one "Optional Mods" should be added. See: Combining Collections
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