Portal 2 has maintained its status as the top-rated game on Steam for quite some time, but it has now been overtaken by the indie phenomenon Stardew Valley.

This change signifies that Stardew Valley has surpassed Portal 2 and every other game available on Steam since it started allowing third-party titles back in 2005.

Fans of Stardew Valley appreciate its charming graphics, engaging narrative, and versatile gameplay, deeming it a cozy adventure. Yet, the news of it topping Portal 2 is nonetheless incredible.

As of the time of publication, Stardew Valley holds a score of 8.87 from 895,800 ratings, reflecting a remarkable 98% positive rate. Meanwhile, Portal 2 has a score of 8.85 based on 435,784 votes. Being recognized as one of Valve’s best offerings makes this achievement all the more impressive. Stardew Valley also surpassed popular titles like Terraria, Hades, and The Witcher 3 in player reviews.

Moreover, this milestone follows Stardew Valley’s recognition as the highest-rated indie game on Steam as of June 2025. The game’s success isn’t accidental; it resulted from multiple updates by its developer, ConcernedApe, aimed at resolving issues and continuously adding fresh content, which has maintained player engagement.

As a result, franchised adaptations inspired by Stardew Valley, such as a cookbook and a symphonic tour, have emerged, reinforcing its legendary status in gaming lore.