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.
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Here’s everything in our guide to Stardew Valley’s Alex:
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?
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 favorite movies and concessions?
If you plan on taking Alex to the movies, you should carefully pick the film and snacks to keep him happy.
| Movie | Concession | |
| Love | It Howls In The Rain, Wumbus | Salmon burger, stardrop sorbet |
| Like | Journey of the Prairie King, Mysterium, The Brave Little Sapling, Miracle at Coldstar Ranch, Zuzu City Express | Everything else |
| Dislike | Natural Wonders | Black licorice, cotton candy, jawbreaker, Joja Cola, JojaCorn, rock candy, sour slimes |
What are Alex’s heart events?
Here’s everything you need to know about Stardew Valley Alex’s heart events.
| Event | How to trigger |
| Two hearts | Visit the beach when Alex is there on a sunny day. Alex will tell you he’s sure he’s going to be the first professional gridball 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. 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 | Visit the beach or the Ginger Island resort when Alex is there on a sunny day. 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. 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 |
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