Anthro Characters Continued - Furry Overhaul Mod With Optional Genderswaps
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #26 of 185 Characters mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
May 2026 v11 Update: The optional Male-to-Female genderswaps for romanceable characters are complete! Say hello to Alexis, Ellen, Hannah, Sabrina, Samantha, and Shauna!
As always, if you enjoy the mod please consider supporting the creator here:
https://ko-fi.com/gaveliere
https://ko-fi.com/gaveliere
https://ko-fi.com/gaveliere
Anthro Characters Continued overhauls virtually every NPC in the game, creating a wholly re-imagined Stardew Valley experience for those who enjoy anthropomorphic animal characters. And now it is compatible with Stardew 1. 6!
New Winter Art!
Optional genderswaps for the romanceable characters!
(0). Validate your steam game files for stardew. If you’ve EVER used a pre-1. 6 version of this mod, you’ll definitely want to do this!
1. Install the most recent version of SMAPI
2. Install the most recent version of Content Patcher
3. Install the most recent version of Generic Mod Config Menu (Optional but recommended)
4. Install this mod by going to the downloads tab
5. Copy the contents of the .zip to your Mods directory.
6. Start the game
To configure gender swaps:
1. On the title screen, assuming you have Generic Mod Config Menu installed, click the gear icon.
2. Click Anthro Characters Continued.
3. Configure to your heart's content.
4. Click "Save" at the bottom.
Issues?
Before logging a bug, try validating your steam game files for stardew, especially if you've installed this same mod in the past.
There are still a fair number of new issues with 1. 6. We'd appreciate being told of any sprites that could be anthro-ified.
If you enjoy the mod, please strongly consider sending a tip Gaveliere's way. Every little bit helps!
His kofi: https://ko-fi.com/gaveliere
Link to the original mod by Gaveliere
How do I turn on genderswaps?
(0). Install Generic Mod Config Menu from nexus
1. On the title screen click the gear icon.
2. Click Anthro Characters Continued.
3. Configure to your heart's content.
4. Click "Save" at the bottom.
Will this break steam achievements?
Will this corrupt my save?
No. Delete the mod and everything will go right back to normal!
Is this mod compatible with Stardew Valley Expanded (SVE)?
Yes, to an extent. They don't outright conflict, but there is no official furry art by Gav for SVE yet.
The most up-to-date community-made SV
Anthro Characters Continued (ACC) is a comprehensive visual overhaul for Stardew Valley, transforming virtually every NPC into anthropomorphic animal characters. With over 7,300 endorsements and 311,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a furry-themed reimagining of the game's cast.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 7,328 endorsements and 311k downloads show this mod is a staple for furry fans.
- Transforms the entire NPC cast, giving the whole valley a fresh, cohesive look.
- Optional genderswaps add replay value for players who want to mix up character dynamics.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated July 2026, but without patch notes, it's unclear if it's compatible with the latest Stardew version.
For Stardew Valley players who love anthropomorphic animal characters and want a complete visual makeover of the NPCs. Also great for roleplayers who enjoy alternate takes on the cast. Skip if you prefer the original human designs or want gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or SMAPI's mod folder to keep things organized—manual installs can get messy with big overhauls.
- Check the mod's comments section for user reports on compatibility with other visual mods, since the description doesn't list any.
- If you're using genderswaps, test them early to see if they affect dialogue or quests—some NPCs might have gender-specific lines.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- Gaveliere with Various Contributors
- Version
- 11.3.0
- Downloads
- 311,129
- Endorsements
- 7,328
- Category
- Characters
- Created
- 4/12/2017
- Updated
- 7/10/2026
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