Stardew Valley Alex gifts, heart events, and questions

In Stardew Valley Alex has his sights set on becoming a professional athlete and loves hanging out at the beach. He’s very into sport and he’s also very into himself which doesn’t make him the most popular villager. Perhaps there are some layers worth peeling back to find out what Alex really has to offer. So, if you’re looking to impress Stardew Valley’s Alex, here’s everything you need to know about his gifts, heart events, and more. With our help, you’ll be able to win his love (and maybe even ring a couple of church bells) in no time.

We can also help you impress other villagers, we’ve got guides on Stardew Valley’s Sebastian, Stardew Valley’s Shane, Stardew Valley’s Leah, and Stardew Valley’s Linus. Then, when you need something new to play, feel free to take a look at our list full of the best mobile RPGs on iOS and Android.

Let’s jump into who Stardew Valley’s Alex is and how to bag him.

What are the best Stardew Valley Alex gifts?

Each character has loves, likes, and dislikes when it comes to giving gifts. There are universally liked and hated items, but everyone has specific preferences. Here are Alex’s:

Reaction	Gift
Loved	Universal loves, complete breakfast, salmon dinner
Liked	Universal likes, all eggs except Void eggs
Neutral	Universal neutrals, berries, all milk, chanterelle, common mushroom, daffodil, dandelion, ginger, hazelnut, leek, magma cap, morel, purple mushroom, snow yam, winter root
Dislike	Universal dislikes, salmonberry, wild horseradish
Hate	Universal hates, holly, quartz

When is Alex’s birthday in Stardew Valley?

Alex’s birthday is Sumer 16, but it’s not all beachy vibes – it rains on his birthday every year. If you want to give him a present that he’ll love, we recommend a Complete Breakfast or a copy of the Jack Be Nimble, Jack Be Thick book.

What are Alex’s heart events and questions?

Here’s everything you need to know about Stardew Valley Alex’s heart events.

Two hearts
- In summer when the sun’s shining, visit the beach when Alex is there. During this event, Alex will tell you he’s sure he’s going to be the first professional grid ball player from Stardew Valley and ask you what you think his chances are. Neither answer will affect your friendship level
Four hearts
- Go to town between 09:00-16:00. After approaching him during a sensitive moment, Alex will ask if you heard what he was saying. Neither of your answers will affect your friendship level, and he will explain the situation regardless
Five hearts
- Go into Alex’s house when he’s there. Upon lamenting that he hasn’t read any of the books on his shelves, he admits he’s worried he is worthless and won’t get anywhere in life without being knowledgeable. You have three dialogue options.
  - ‘That’s crazy. You’re a genius!’
    - No effect
  - ‘We all have our strengths and weaknesses’
    - +50 friendship
  - ‘Worthless? Yeah, that about sums it up.’
    - -50 friendship
Six hearts
- Go into Alex’s house when he’s there
Eight hearts
- During the summer when the sun’s shining, visit the beach when Alex is there or visit the Ginger Island resort when Alex is there. Alex will share a very emotional moment with you. None of the dialogue options will affect your friendship, so pick which one you feel fits you best
Ten hearts
- You’ll receive a letter from Alex asking you to meet him at the Stardrop Saloon. Once you’ve received the letter, enter the Saloon between 19:00-22:00. Alex will admit to having feelings for you, and you will be posed with two dialogue choices. Neither will affect your friendship level
Fourteen hearts
- Leave your home in year two onwards between 06:00-08:20 on any day except Sunday with 5,000g available

That’s everything you need to know about Stardew Valley’s Alex! Head over to our list of the best games like Stardew Valley for more farming fun.