Garbage Day
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #187 of 382 Gameplay Mechanics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod turns all the garbage cans into storages which collect trash throughout the week. This also allows map modders to add more garbage cans on maps other than the Town.
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[]Garbage Cans can be accessed as storages.
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]More Garbage Cans can be added to maps. - Customize loot items for each Garbage Can.
For ease of use, it is recommended to set config options from Generic Mod Config Menu.
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Garbage Day is a small gameplay mod for Stardew Valley that adds a weekly trash collection event. Every day, trash accumulates in bins around town, and once a week, they empty out. With 446 endorsements and 70,344 downloads, it's a niche but popular quality-of-life addition for players who want a more dynamic town.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 446 endorsements and 70k downloads—clearly a hit with players.
- Adds a simple, immersive routine to the game without overhauling anything.
- Lightweight and easy to integrate—no complex dependencies.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in February 2025—may not be compatible with the latest game version if it's changed since.
- Limited scope: if you're looking for deeper trash-related gameplay, this might feel too shallow.
For Stardew Valley players who enjoy small, immersive details that make the town feel alive. If you're a completionist or roleplayer who likes routine events, this is a neat addition. Skip if you want major gameplay changes—this is a tiny mechanic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have SMAPI installed, as most Stardew Valley mods require it.
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes with other mods that alter trash cans.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, it can handle installation for you.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- LeFauxMatt
- Version
- 3.3.0
- Downloads
- 70,344
- Endorsements
- 446
- Category
- Gameplay Mechanics
- Created
- 3/7/2021
- Updated
- 2/8/2025
🔗 Required By 1 Mod
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