"Stardew Valley Creator Teases Major 1.6 Update Release"

Stardew Valley creator suggests players consider starting a new save file when the next update launches to experience the new content in context, despite the potential reluctance to erase hard-earned progress. The update, originally teased for release this month, has been delayed due to its larger scope and will introduce new items, festivals, and more. While existing playthroughs will still see most of the new content, starting anew is recommended for fun and a comprehensive experience. The update is currently in the bug fixing phase, with a potential release in February.