Friends Forever (fixed)

⭐ ⭐⭐ (2,994 endorsements) 📥 89,205 downloads 📌 v1.2.4 📅 3/14/2022
⚪ Last updated 2022

By iarspider · Gameplay Mechanics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/14/2022 📅 Created: 3/14/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SMAPI — Stardew Modding API Download ↗
2🛠️ Content Patcher — Content Patcher (framework) Download ↗
3📦 SMAPI Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #157 of 382 Gameplay Mechanics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Please find an updated version here: https://www.nexusmods.com/stardewvalley/mods/20702

This is a compiled version of the plugin available at https://github.com/iarspider/Minidew-Mods/tree/master/FriendsForever

I've compiled it for my own use, and realised it was enough of a pain figuring out how to compile from source that I should share it.

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This mod prevents friendship points from decaying each day if you haven't talked to a NPC or petted an animal. By default, the friendship between your spouse and you WILL decay but this can easily be changed in the config file. It's a simple mod so there isn't much to say or show about it. Do note that other reasons for friendship decreasing (sifting trash, starving animals, etc) will still lower friendship levels.

In the config file you can change whether this mod effects (you will need to launch the game once):

  • []Spouses (disabled by default)

    []Dates

    []Other NPCs

    []Animals

Installation:

Simply extract the zip into your mods folder.

I am currently fairly busy and may be behind updating the mod. I'm far more likely to reply if I'm contacted on GitHub.

Source and Contributions:

You can find the source for this mod here. Contributions are welcome.

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The original Dev hasn't been active since early 2020.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Friends Forever (fixed) is a compiled plugin that updates IsaacSDev's original mod to work with newer Stardew Valley versions. It maintains the core feature of keeping friendship levels from decaying, ensuring your relationships stay maxed without daily maintenance. This is a must-have for players who want to skip the grind of gift-giving.

✨ Key Features

Compiled plugin of the updated Friends Forever mod
Works with new versions of Stardew Valley
Prevents friendship decay, keeping relationships at max level

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 2,994 endorsements and 89k downloads
  • Active maintenance—updated in 2022 to fix compatibility
  • Simple quality-of-life fix that removes the need to constantly gift villagers

⚠️ Cons

  • Author points to a newer version, so this one may be outdated
  • Requires SMAPI to run, which isn't mentioned in the description
🎯 Is This For You?
For Stardew Valley players who hate the friendship decay mechanic and want to keep relationships maxed without daily effort. Perfect for completionists and those who focus on farming rather than socializing. Skip if you enjoy the gift-giving challenge or want a mod with more features.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Install SMAPI first, then drop the mod folder into your Stardew Valley Mods directory.
  • Launch the game via SMAPI to ensure the mod loads correctly.
  • Check the linked newer version on Nexus if you want the latest updates.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Stardew Valley Mods
Author
iarspider
Version
1.2.4
Downloads
89,205
Endorsements
2,994
Category
Gameplay Mechanics
Created
3/14/2022
Updated
3/14/2022

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