The popular Roblox game Grow a Garden has released its Summer Update (v1.11.0). The update is already breaking records. It now holds the title for the highest concurrent player count in video game history. The game has even passed Fortnite’s peak player count.
Let’s take a closer look at everything in this huge update. You will also learn about the new seeds, pets, events, and features in Grow a Garden.
Grow a Garden Hits 21 Million Players
Before this Summer update, Grow a Garden already had a strong player base. It even passed Fortnite’s record of 15.3 million concurrent players (from the Marvel season in 2020). After this new update, Grow a Garden reached 16.4 million concurrent players. Now, the number has climbed even higher — 21.3 million concurrent players at the time of writing.
This makes Grow a Garden the most played game in the world right now. Roblox players from all over the world are logging in to try the new content.
What is Grow a Garden?
If you are new to the game, Grow a Garden is a farming simulator on Roblox. The game is free to play. Players start with a small plot of land. You also get 20 Sheckles, the in-game currency, to buy simple seeds. You plant seeds, grow crops, and unlock new items.
Your garden even grows while you are offline. The more you play, the bigger and better your garden becomes.
Why Is Grow a Garden So Popular?
Many players love Grow a Garden for several reasons:
- Regular updates with new features
- Fun events that bring players together
- Simple gameplay that is easy to understand
- Great rewards for active players
The team behind Grow a Garden knows how to keep players coming back. They plan events, offer new gear, and even host parties in-game. The Summer Update is the biggest so far.
Who Made Grow a Garden?
The game was created by a 16-year-old developer. He made the first version in just a few days. Today, he still works on the game. But now, he has help from DoBig Studios and Jandel (Janzen Madsen). They also work with other creators at Splitting Point.
This strong team ensures that Grow a Garden gets regular updates and exciting events.
What’s New in the Summer Update?
Here are all the details from Grow a Garden Summer Update 1.11.0:
1. Summer Harvest Event
The Summer Harvest event happens at the start of every hour. During this event:
- Players work together
- Submit as many summer fruits as possible
- You have 10 minutes to submit fruits
- The more fruits you submit, the better rewards you get
To unlock rewards, you must score at least 1000 points. If you and your team work hard, you can even earn rare items from past events.
2. New Seeds
A new season means new seeds! Now you can grow these plants:
- Feijoa
- Loquat
- Prickly Pear
- Bell Pepper
- Kiwi
- Pineapple
- Banana
- Avocado
- Green Apple
- Cauliflower
- Elephant Ears
- Rosy Delight
- Parasol Flower
- Pear
- Cantaloupe
- Wild Carrot
These new plants help make your garden look beautiful. They also give more chances to earn rewards.
3. New Pets
The update brings many new pets to the game. Here are some of them:
- Mimic Octopus
- Macaw
- Orangutan
- Flamingo
- Crab
There are also 8+ more pets that you can find!
4. New Items
Players can now buy and use new items:
- Summer Seed Pack (contains 6 new seeds)
- Reclaimer (destroys a plant and gives the seed back)
- Tanning Mirror (helps attract “sundried” mutations)
- Paradise Egg (5 possible new pets inside)
- Rare Summer Egg (5 possible new pets inside)
- Common Summer Egg (3 possible new pets inside)
5. New Weather Events & Mutations
The game now has special weather effects:
- Heat Wave: crops can get “sundried” mutation
- Gale: strong winds cause “windstruck” mutation
- Windy: blowing air causes “windstruck” mutation
- Tornado: multiple tornados cause “twisted” mutation
6. Mutation Effects
Different mutations give different bonuses:
- Windstruck: 2x multiplier
- Twisted: 5x multiplier
- Sundried: 85x multiplier
- Verdant: 4x multiplier (comes from Scarlet Macaw pet)
- Paradisal: 18x multiplier (combo of sundried + verdant)
7. Cosmetics
The update also adds 20+ Summer-themed cosmetics. Players can use these to style their character or their garden.
8. Crafting System
Crafting is now a permanent feature in Grow a Garden. Players can craft new items and improve their gardens.
9. Performance Improvements
The game has also been optimized. Now it runs better, with fewer bugs and smoother performance.
Small Fixes & Changes
- Sam (NPC) is on holiday!
- Lightning Rod is now part of crafting
- Many small fixes and improvements have been added
Community & Guides
The Grow a Garden community is growing fast. Many players are writing guides to help new players. Topics include:
- How gear works
- Weather and mutation guide
- What seeds to buy
- How to play in the Lunar Glow event
- The best Pet Egg to get
If you are new, check out some of these guides. They will help you enjoy the game even more.
Final Thoughts
The Grow a Garden Summer Update is a huge success. The game now holds the world record for most concurrent players. Over 21 million people are playing the game right now.
The update adds:
- New plants
- New pets
- New items
- Fun events
- Better performance
- More ways to earn rewards
If you have not tried the game yet, now is the perfect time. Log in, join the Summer Harvest event, and grow your dream garden!