In late 2021, indie developer Eric Barron (commonly known online as ConcernedApps), who is famous for single-handedly creating magical… Stardew Valley, officially announced that it is developing a brand new game. that game is called Haunted ChocolatierAnd it looks like a whole world of fun, casual simulation where you explore the secret desires of every single member of your community.
Details are still limited – “I like to work in secret,” ConcernedApp explained in its last official progress update – but don’t worry, a lot of information has already been revealed, and we’ll keep you updated on every detail. So you know what’s going on.
release date
There is no release date set for Haunted ChocolatierAnd it looks like it’ll be in development a little longer than fans initially expected.
The latest update on the game’s progress comes from an interview Barron conducted with Screen Rant in December 2022. The interview focused on the collaboration between Barron and indie-pop band Always to create a music video for their song “Many Mirrors”, but there were also Stardew Valley About references and news Haunted Chocolatier Too. What Barron had to say about his progress Haunted Chocolatier:
“It’s going well, but it’s a big game. I have a big, ambitious vision for it. It’s a bit challenging, the amount of work it will take. But Stardew Valley took me four and a half years; I’ve been working on The Haunted Chocolatier for about a year and a half, maybe two years. I announced this about a year ago, but it will take some time. But I think it’s going well. As yet. A lot of good things have happened so far.”
In April 2023, Barron tweeted that he was working on an update Stardew Valley And he was taking a break from development Haunted Chocolatier temporary basis. It appears the break is over – in October, he tweeted some new photos from the game.
If Haunted Chocolatier It takes the same amount of time to reach its final form Stardew Valley done, fans won’t get to see this game until 2025 at the earliest.
platform
Haunted Chocolatier Will definitely be coming to PC, but no mention of other platforms.
Stardew Valley Finally reached consoles and mobile, so we’re assuming Haunted Chocolatier Will also be easily available to all gamers.
Trailers
We’ve only seen a quick glimpse of it Haunted Chocolatier In an early gameplay video released in October 2021. The video features citizens going about their day in a cozy small town, a little battle as a character gathers ingredients in the woods, and footage of some chocolate making from inside a chocolate factory .
gameplay
Haunted Chocolatier It begins with the player starting a chocolate shop while living in a haunted castle amidst a snowy community. The player will need to seek out a variety of ingredients and combinations to create the best chocolate possible and ultimately reach success.
It’s no surprise how similar the games look Stardew Valley As yet. ConcernedApp compared it to the energy of the moon Stardew Valley It was the energy of the sun. The art style, action, and interface are all recognizable here. However, it is being built into a new engine, which appears to allow for some significant additions. As of now, there is no information whether it is actually placed in the same world or not Stardew Valley,
simulation aspect
One of the things people fell in love with Stardew Valley The ability to take your time, get to know everyone in the community, and progress with (and of course cultivating) different types of relationships was part of what Barron calls the “town game.” Haunted Chocolatier It will be even more similar, with similar systems for giving gifts, getting to know characters, and advancing relationships…or making mistakes.
action and combat
where is here Haunted Chocolatier Split from Stardew Valley in significant ways. There is a much stronger emphasis on action RPG features, and this includes combat, which has been completely overhauled. It will feature a variety of weapons and shields, a full blocking system, a stun system associated with successfully stopping enemies, and more. This should make the quests and exploration an interesting part of the game for those who want a little more action in their chocolate making plans.
Surprisingly, the combat in the game may take some inspiration from Diablo II.
“When I was in the early stages of The Haunted Chocolatier, I was playing a bunch of Diablo II. Looting is happening and seeing your numbers increasing in the statistics? I love that stuff,” Barron said in an interview with Screen Rant in December 2022. “I feel like a lot of Stardew Valley players aren’t into it, but I just want to do what I think is fun. And I think if I’m excited about it, it’ll shine through in the game.”
Soundtrack
fans of Stardew Valley There is no doubt that they are curious to know what kind of soothing tunes Haunted Chocolatier will be. Good news – so far it’s looking great. You can guess what is going to happen by watching the trailer. We probably won’t hear much more until the game is complete.
Multiplayer and co-op
According to the FAQ section of the developer’s blog, Haunted Chocolatier It is designed as a single-player game with no plans for any kind of multiplayer aspects.
advance order
The game is still a few years away from release, so there’s no chance to pre-order it right now. we’ll keep you posted.
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