What Can We Expect from the New Update?
The first thing players usually ask is: “What’s actually coming in this holiday update?” Based on recent leaks and sneak peeks, we can expect a complete revamp of the central map area. NPCs, including those handling trades and cosmetics, will be relocated slightly to make room for seasonal content. One of the highlights is the new Advent Calendar event, which will run until Christmas Day. Each day, players can collect gifts and rare rewards, culminating in an extremely rare seed that could surpass even the Bonnie Blosson in value and rarity.
Alongside the calendar, there’s also a Christmas Event, reminiscent of the Safari Harvest event. Instead of delivering harvested plants, you’ll be contributing gifts to Santa’s sleigh. The more gifts delivered collectively, the better the rewards for all participants. This gives a fun community-driven aspect to the holiday content.
How Should You Prepare Your Garden?
One common question is: “Do I need to do anything before the event starts?” Absolutely. Here’s what I recommend:
Maximize Your Planting Space: Make sure all your gardens are filled with high-yield plants. Since the holiday event will require submitting plants for rewards, having multiple fully planted gardens gives you a huge advantage.
Stock Up on Tokens: Save your tokens. They can be used to purchase holiday packs, exclusive seeds, or other event-related items. This is especially important if the update introduces rare or limited items that won’t return until next year.
Prioritize Key Pets: Certain pets, like the Barne U, are incredibly useful for events. For example, pairing multiple Barne U pets with a Ruby Squid can boost rewards when purchasing new pets from event shops. If you don’t have these yet, it’s worth farming or trading for them beforehand.
If you want to get a head start, some players have successfully used services like U4GM to obtain resources faster. While I generally prefer in-game strategies, having extra tokens or rare items can help you participate more effectively without feeling behind.
What’s New in the Event Shop?
Many players ask: “Will there be a new store in this update?” The answer is yes. A new seasonal shopping area will appear where players can buy exclusive pets, seeds, and possibly cosmetics. While not every detail is confirmed, leaks show some pets like a holiday-themed penguin and a gift-rat, likely ranging from rare to mythical rarity.
Interestingly, this new Grow a Garden store seems designed to accommodate both daily purchases and seasonal exclusives, allowing for more variety in the items you can collect. Even if you’ve completed previous events, this shop will likely have unique items that make revisiting it worthwhile.
Should You Focus on Trading Right Now?
Another question from players: “What about trading? Should we trade before the event?” The in-game trader NPC will be relocated but not removed. This means you still have time to complete trades, but it might be a good idea to stock up on rare items or seeds before the event officially starts. Trades can help you acquire some of the rare seeds needed for completing the Advent Calendar or other holiday quests.
Tips for Completing the Advent Calendar Efficiently
The Advent Calendar is a core part of this update. To maximize your rewards:
Log in Daily: Missing even a single day could cost you the rarest seed, so consistency is key.
Plan Your Planting and Deliveries: Use all four gardens effectively. If you have multiple high-yield plants ready, you’ll be able to submit gifts or plants faster than players who start from scratch.
Monitor Event Progress: The update introduces a new event board, showing upcoming events and the plants available for restocking. Keep an eye on it to plan your farming schedule.
By following these tips, you’ll be positioned to grab the most valuable rewards before the event ends.
How to Make the Most of Pets
Pets in Grow a Garden are more than just decorative. The holiday update will introduce several new pets through the event and shop, some with unique abilities. For instance, the Ruby Squid can copy the passive abilities of other pets, making it a great companion for boosting returns from purchases or submissions. Pair it with Barne U pets for maximum efficiency.
Overall, this holiday update is shaping up to be one of the most exciting of the year for Grow a Garden players. From new events like the Advent Calendar and Christmas Event to the seasonal store and rare seed releases, there’s a lot to look forward to. The key takeaway is preparation: fully plant your gardens, save your tokens, and prioritize the pets that give you an advantage.
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