| Haunted Chocolatier | |
|---|---|
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| Developer(s) | ConcernedApe |
| Platform(s) | Windows |
| Genre(s) | Simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Haunted Chocolatier is an upcoming confectionery store simulation game by ConcernedApe, the developer of Stardew Valley . It has no set release date.
Haunted Chocolatier is a simulation game [1] with action role-playing elements. The player's character runs a confectionery store. The player collects ingredients to make chocolate confections while also interacting with town locals and ghosts. [2] The player can pursue romantic relationships with non-player characters and can customize the layout of their store. [1]
In combat, the player can use weapons and shields to block and deflect attacks. [2]
Eric Barone, known professionally as ConcernedApe, began to develop Haunted Chocolatier in 2020. [2] Following his indie hit game Stardew Valley, Barone planned a similar solo development process in which he would make everything on his own. [3] He announced the game with a gameplay trailer in October 2021 and launched a promotional website. [2] Barone is simultaneously collaborating on another unannounced game. [3]
Haunted Chocolatier and Stardew Valley share a similar pixel art style [1] and are expected to share some connection. [4] Despite Haunted Chocolatier's darker subject matter, such as a haunted castle and ghosts, he wanted the game to be "uplifting and life-affirming" and does not consider the subject matter to be negative. [2]
Haunted Chocolatier is initially planned for release on PC, though the developer is interested in other platforms as well. It has no set release date. [2]
On October 3, 2023, Barone uploaded several images of Haunted Chocolatier to X, formerly known as Twitter, in honor of reaching 1 million followers on the platform. [5]
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