Stardew Valley's Lethal Train: A Shocking Discovery
A Stardew Valley player has discovered a way to make the game's whimsical train a deadly trap, but it's not easy to achieve.
A dedicated Stardew Valley player, Much_Blueberry_1500, shared on Reddit how they discovered a new way to die in Pelican Town. Most players associate Stardew Valley with cozy gameplay, but it has a few dangers. Slimes in the mines, running out of energy, or even being hit by a train can all lead to the player "passing out" - which is what the game calls death. But while most deaths involve encounters with monsters, Much_Blueberry_1500 found a unique way to incur massive medical bills: the train.
Much_Blueberry_1500 woke up early and rushed to the train station, arriving before the train. Curious, they walked along the tracks to see if they could run in front of it. They could, but only briefly. As the train departed, Much_Blueberry_1500 got stuck and ended up in Harvey's office the next morning with 1,000g in medical debt.
Why Stardew Valley's Lethal Train Is So Shocking
While Stardew Valley has some dark secrets, finding a realistically disturbing aspect like this is surprising. Players see Stardew Valley as an escape from real life, so it's shocking to see those dangers reflected in-game.
The mines are a known danger, but the train is considered one of the game's more whimsical aspects. The train chugs through the valley, sometimes dropping rare items like Leprechaun Shoes, Geodes, and Mystery Boxes for players to find. This makes the railroad mechanic seem like fun and exciting.
The railroad unlocks on Summer 3 of Year 3, after an earthquake removes boulders blocking the track.
Another player, woomybii on Reddit, posted a video of their farmer being run over by the train, offering more insight into how this happens. Usually, if a player is hit by the train, they take minor damage and are pushed back. This gives them time to move out of the way before being hit again. But if the player manages to run into the tunnel on the right side of the station before the train arrives, they get trapped and struck repeatedly until they wake up in the hospital.
So, dying by train in Stardew Valley is not easy. Players need to be quick and find the right spot at the right time. But it's possible, and a risk for ambitious players to be aware of. While map breaks and glitches can provide early access to rewards, the risks often outweigh the benefits. Therefore, it's best to give the train a wide berth in Stardew Valley.
Stardew Valley is a charming farming simulation that captivated the world. After inheriting a run-down farm from their grandfather, the player moves to Stardew Valley to escape city life. Players grow crops, raise animals, befriend villagers, and uncover the valley's secrets.
