“Stardew Valley” creator Eric Barone shares their experience and reflects on their success.
In a heartfelt and earnest post on their blog titled “We who are about to die, salut thee,” Stardew Valley developer Eric Barone reflects on their journey and success inspired by the farming game, and thanks the community for their support. In the update, Barone also discusses struggling with impostor syndrome, and a humorous exchange occurs when a comment-stealing bot is mistaken for a genuine comment.
“Stardew Valley” has inspired a range of developers, from those who have been inspired to create similar games, to those who have been inspired to make games at all. Several users share their positive experiences playing the game, and express their excitement to try the upcoming update.
Barone shares their favorite games, including “Rimworld,” and expresses disbelief at their own success. “When we started this journey, I honestly never thought Stardew Valley would become as successful as it has,” Barone writes. “I don’t want to forget that I am still me. I still have a lot to learn and a lot to improve on. But I think the success of Stardew Valley has helped me overcome a lot of my insecurities, and I really won’t forget myself again.”
A user asks if the developer worked alone, and others commend their work and express interest in trying the game. Barone thanks the community and mentions plans for future games and improvements.
A user asks for advice on game development, and Barone shares their experience and encourages learning and variety. Several users congratulate the developer and express their enjoyment of the game.
Barone continues to respond to feedback, and asks about players’ progress in the game. Several users continue to congratulate the developer and express their excitement to play the game.
Barone discusses their inspiration from the game “Domina” and their sadness regarding the game’s creator. “It’s so sad that the creator of Domina never got the success and recognition for their incredible game,” Barone writes. “I hope this can be a lesson to all you aspiring game devs out there: no matter what, keep making games. Keep improving. Don’t give up. You never know what might happen.”
A user praises the developer as an inspiration and expresses pride in their accomplishment. Other users express their intention to purchase the game or wishlist it.
Barone shares their experience and reflects on their success.
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