Stardew Valley 1.4 update: 14 Heart event walkthrough for every spouse

Shane

Shane’s story arc in the 1.1 update was an intense once about a man struggling with depression and alcoholism. While he appears to get better as you progress, marrying him essentially results in a reset of sorts. His room is filled with empty beer cans and he often talks about drinking.

So where’s he at now? First, you must reach 14 hearts by giving Shane: Beer, Hot Pepper, Pepper Poppers or Pizza. His event can be triggered by entering town around 11:00 a.m. on three separate days.

The cutscene reveals Shane come stumbling out of Stardrop Saloon after a heavy night of drinking. Marnie and Jas mention that you should say something to him the next time you see that happen. That’s exactly what you do.

The next day in town, you confront Shane who denies he’s been drinking. He gets upset and storms off.

The next day, you see Shane approach Stardrop Saloon and he proclaims, “I’m ready for another round.” You decide to confront him while he’s in the act, except when you walk in you see that Shane is simply playing an arcade game.

Shane reveals that he’s addicted not to alcohol, but the arcade game. He’s even reached the number three spot in the global rankings.  You ask about the empty cans and he reveals that’s Joja Cola which is bad for the teeth, but at least it’s not alcohol! He then asks you you didn’t believe him about not drinking beer and you can respond with two choices:

• “I’m sorry, I should’ve believed you.”
• “I was worried!”

He reminds you that he’s your husband and you should trust him. He reveals he’s still trying to quit and the game helps him fight the “urge” to drink. Lesson learned!