How to Install Mods for Stardew Valley in 2024 | Mod Installation Guide

Step-by-Step Tutorial: Installing Mods for Stardew Valley

1. Locate Your Stardew Valley Game Folder

• Right-click on your Stardew Valley game.
• From the drop-down menu, hover over "Manage" and select "Browse local files."
• This action will take you directly to your Stardew Valley game folder.

2. Install SMAPI (Stardew Modding API)

• Download SMAPI from the link provided in the video description.
• If Content Patcher is included in the SMAPI download, you only need to download SMAPI.
• Unpack the SMAPI folder and have the contents ready to use.
• Open the SMAPI installer folder and click on the appropriate install file (for Windows).
• Follow the on-screen instructions to install SMAPI into your game.

3. Create a Mods Folder

• Inside your Stardew Valley game folder, create a "mods" folder by right-clicking, selecting "New," and then "Folder."

4. Install Your First Mod (Content Patcher)

• Download the Content Patcher file from the link provided in the video description.
• Drag and drop the Content Patcher folder into your mods folder to install your first mod.

5. Install Additional Mods

• For interface mods or other mods, download the mod file and drag and drop the folder into your mods folder.
• Load your game using the SMAPI exe to activate the mods.

6. Managing Mods

• To uninstall a mod, simply delete it from your mods folder.
• To uninstall all mods, use the SMAPI program and select the uninstall option.
• Pay attention to load order when installing multiple mods to ensure they work correctly.

7. Important Tips for Modding Stardew Valley

• Read mod descriptions carefully to understand installation instructions.
• Backup files before overwriting them with mods.
• Update mods by dragging and dropping the new files into your mods folder.
• Consider using the Generic Mod Config Menu for easier mod customization.
• Pin the SMAPI exe to your taskbar for easy access to launch the game with mods.

8. Enjoy Modding Stardew Valley

• Explore and enjoy the various mods available for Stardew Valley to enhance your gaming experience.

By following these steps, you can successfully install and manage mods for Stardew Valley, adding new features and customization to your gameplay. Happy modding!