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Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe, is an independent game developer celebrated for creating the critically acclaimed farming simulation game Stardew Valley (2016). Born on December 3, 1987 in Los Angeles, California and raised in Auburn, Washington, Barone graduated from the University of Washington Tacoma in 2011 with a degree in computer science. Barone began developing Stardew Valley (2016) as a personal project to improve his programming skills. Over the course of four years, Barone single-handedly designed, coded, animated, wrote, and composed the game's music. The game launched in 2016 and became a global success, selling over 30 million copies by 2024.

In addition to Stardew Valley (2016), Barone announced his next project, Haunted Chocolatier, in 2021. The game will feature a chocolatier theme with a greater focus on combat while maintaining his signature pixel-art style. Beyond gaming, Barone has contributed to music albums, collaborated on a Stardew Valley (2016) board game, and even animated a music video. His dedication to creating immersive experiences and his independent approach have solidified his status as a leading figure in indie game development.

Playing Moonlight Jellies on My Grandpa's Guitar

(2023 - 2026) Stardew Valley: Concert World Tour - Composer

(2021) Stardew Valley: The Board Game - Game Designer

(2016) Stardew Valley: The Soundtrack - Composer

(2020) Symphonic Tale: The Place I Truly Belong (Music from Stardew Valley) - Musician

(2021) Prescription for Sleep Music - Musician

(2022) Alvvays Many Mirrors song - Animation Director

(2024) The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook - Writer

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