Haunted Chocolatier Will Be Bigger Than Stardew Valley

Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone has revealed that his upcoming game, Haunted Chocolatier, will be even larger than the award-winning Stardew Valley. While the creator didn't provide specific details on how much bigger or in what aspects, this announcement has sparked enthusiasm among fans. With Stardew Valley offering over 50 hours for the main story and up to 168 for completionists, gamers are curious about the scale of Haunted Chocolatier. Barone emphasized his desire to develop beyond being known solely as the creator of Stardew Valley, which explains his focus on this new project. However, he cautioned fans that a release date is not imminent due to ongoing development work and his commitment to making it better than his previous title.

Haunted Chocolatier is a top-down pixel-based simulation game where players will engage in creating and managing a chocolate shop while exploring a charmingly haunted world. As for its release, no specific date has been announced yet, and Barone has indicated that plenty of work remains before the game is ready.

For context, Stardew Valley is a beloved farming simulation game that allows players to build their dream farm, engage in relationships, and explore dungeons. With its captivating pixel art and deep gameplay mechanics, it quickly garnered a massive fanbase and critical acclaim since its launch in 2016. Haunted Chocolatier aims to expand upon the rich gameplay experience while introducing new themes and mechanics centered around confectionery crafting.