If you are determined to play with mods on a 32-bit system, there is a workaround, though it is not officially supported. You can attempt to install older versions of the game and older versions of SMAPI. Specifically, . All past versions of SMAPI can be found on the official GitHub releases page.
Note that many mods created for the modern standard version may not work with the compatibility version. Reverting: Stardew Valley Compatibility Version Download
: Users on 32-bit Windows or very old hardware where the game crashes on launch. Not Recommended If you are determined to play with mods
However, it is essential to understand the broader multiplayer landscape. Stardew Valley is not truly cross-platform compatible. PC players (including those on Steam and GOG) can play together without issue, but console players are locked to their respective ecosystems, and mobile versions do not support multiplayer in the same way. Cross-platform multiplayer (for example, between PlayStation and PC) is not supported, except between PC versions such as Windows and macOS. All past versions of SMAPI can be found
Fixes specific issues like black screens on startup, audio glitches, or micro-stuttering that some users face in the standard version.