NEW Information REVEALED | Haunted Chocolatier

Haunted Chocolatier is an upcoming single-player RPG/simulation game from Eric Barone, known as ConcernedApe, the creator of Stardew Valley. Announced in October 2021, the game is still in development with no confirmed release date. Barone has stated he prefers to work without the pressure of deadlines, aiming for a polished final product.

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In Haunted Chocolatier, players assume the role of a chocolatier residing in a haunted castle. The core gameplay loop involves gathering rare ingredients through exploration and combat, crafting various chocolate confections, and selling them in a customizable chocolate shop within the castle. Unlike Stardew Valley's focus on farming, Haunted Chocolatier emphasizes foraging and combat to obtain ingredients, with a more dynamic and action-oriented combat system inspired by games like Diablo II .

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The game retains social simulation elements, allowing players to interact with townsfolk, build relationships, and potentially pursue romances. Notably, friendly ghosts inhabit the castle and can assist in running the shop, automating tasks like manning the cash register . The game's aesthetic and themes are described as more fantastical and mysterious compared to Stardew Valley, channeling "the energy of the moon," yet still aiming to be uplifting and life-affirming.

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