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Haunted Chocolatier

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PC GamerPositive

Haunted Chocolatier is still 'a town game', but it'll be more of an action RPG: 'It's for the people in Stardew Valley that go into the mines'

Haunted Chocolatier is described as a town game with a stronger focus on action RPG elements, including adventuring, combat, and boss fights, appealing to players who enjoy the mine exploration in Stardew Valley. Developer ConcernedApe aims to recapture the feeling of creating Stardew Valley without external pressure, acknowledging the challenge of following up such a successful title.

Retro GamerPositive

Stardew Valley creator isn't letting anyone play Haunted Chocolatier until it's done, because just like a turkey, you don't want to serve cozy games half-baked

Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe, is keeping his new game Haunted Chocolatier under wraps until it's complete, comparing the development process to serving a fully cooked turkey. He intends to develop the game largely by himself, similar to Stardew Valley, and describes Haunted Chocolatier as more of an action RPG focused on dungeon crawling.

FZ.sePositive

Stardew Valley-utvecklarens nästa är "mer actionrollspel"

Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone, the developer behind Stardew Valley, has provided new details on his upcoming game, Haunted Chocolatier. While sharing a similar cozy aesthetic to Stardew Valley, Haunted Chocolatier will focus more on action RPG elements, including combat, boss fights, and character progression, rather than farming and social simulation.

Retro GamerNegative

Stardew Valley creator is "struggling" with Haunted Chocolatier thanks to the precedent he accidentally set himself: "It might disappoint millions of people"

Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone is struggling with the development of Haunted Chocolatier due to the immense pressure and expectations set by his previous success. He aims to recapture the original feeling of creating Stardew Valley without an audience, but fears disappointing millions of players with the upcoming title.

GamespotPositive

Haunted Chocolatier Is Still Missing, But This Freaky Tea Party Sim Could Scratch Your Itch

While Haunted Chocolatier's release date remains unknown, the upcoming Steam game Tearoom of Terror offers a similar blend of cozy and creepy gameplay. Developed by Sundew Studios, Tearoom of Terror features Victorian tea parlor management with a dark twist, as players are also the primary suspect in a murder mystery.

Retro GamerPositive

Haunted Chocolatier is for Stardew Valley fans who yearn for the mines, creator ConcernedApe says – and he's…

Haunted Chocolatier, the upcoming game from Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone (ConcernedApe), will feature more action RPG elements and combat, appealing to players who enjoyed the mine exploration in his previous title. Barone emphasizes that the game will not be rushed and will be released when it reaches a high quality standard, stating it is "way bigger than Stardew Valley."

GamespotPositive

Haunted Chocolatier Is For “The People In Stardew Valley That Go Into The Mines”

Haunted Chocolatier, the upcoming game from Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone, is described as an action RPG focused on adventuring, combat, and character progression, appealing to players who enjoy the more challenging aspects of Stardew Valley's mines. Barone aims to recapture the magic of Stardew Valley's development, prioritizing quality over a rushed release, with a hopeful release window within the next five years.

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Haunted Chocolatier 'More of an Action RPG' Compared to Stardew Valley, ConcernedApe Says

Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe, has stated that his upcoming game, Haunted Chocolatier, will be more of an Action RPG compared to his previous title, Stardew Valley. This distinction highlights a shift in gameplay focus for his new project.

EurogamerPositive

Stardew Valley creator's new game, Haunted Chocolatier, is "more of an action RPG" than farming sim

Haunted Chocolatier, the upcoming game from Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone, will be more of an action RPG than a farming simulator. Barone stated the focus will be on adventuring, combat, and character progression, appealing to players who enjoyed the mine exploration in Stardew Valley. A release date has not yet been announced.

PC GamerPositive

Haunted Chocolatier's development has been 'very productive' in recent months, Eric Barone says: 'Working on Haunted Chocolatier is what I’m most eager and driven to do'

Developer Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe, provided an update on Haunted Chocolatier, stating that development has been very productive recently. He expressed his eagerness to work on the game and satisfaction with its current progress, emphasizing that he will not compromise on quality by rushing the release.

Retro GamerPositive

ConcernedApe says sorry Haunted Chocolatier is taking so long: "I won’t compromise on the quality of the game by rushing it or releasing it too early"

Developer Eric 'ConcernedApe' Barone provided an update on Haunted Chocolatier, apologizing for the long development time but emphasizing that he will not compromise on game quality. He assured fans that progress is being made and that he is driven to create a game he is proud of, similar to the success of Stardew Valley.

Retro GamerVery positive

Stardew Valley was almost canceled after Eric Barone's PC died without backups: "It feels crazy that it all…

Stardew Valley creator Eric Barone revealed that the beloved farming simulator was nearly canceled due to a PC crash that resulted in data loss, as he had no backups. He was eventually able to recover the project from an old hard drive, allowing development to continue. Barone also discussed the ongoing development of his next game, Haunted Chocolatier, noting it is taking a long time to ensure quality.

PC GamerVery positive

'I'm in this whole new world': Here's what Eric Barone had to say about the life-changing Stardew…

Developer Eric Barone reflects on the unexpected success of his solo-developed farming simulator, Stardew Valley, which he created over four years. He discusses his inspirations, including Harvest Moon, and the challenges of independent game development, expressing surprise and gratitude for the game's global reception and how it has changed his life.

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"I torture myself over every last detail": Stardew Valley's creator is having a real time of it with Haunted Chocolatier's recipe book interface

ConcernedApe, the creator of Stardew Valley, shared insights into the development of his upcoming game, Haunted Chocolatier, specifically detailing the challenges of designing its recipe book interface. He emphasized the need for the UI to be seamless, clear, intuitive, and aesthetically pleasing, requiring numerous iterations to achieve perfection. Barone also apologized for the lack of new screenshots, likening them to 'half-baked bread' and stating he doesn't need to market the game aggressively.

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Haunted Chocolatier fans don't have fresh screenshots to fawn over because Eric Barone says sharing them mid-development 'feels like serving half-baked bread'

Developer Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe, explained his reluctance to share screenshots or detailed system explanations for Haunted Chocolatier during its development. He likens it to serving 'half-baked bread,' preferring to present a finished product to avoid disappointing players. Barone also noted that the game is taking longer than expected due to its larger scope compared to Stardew Valley and his perfectionist approach.

GamespotPositive

Haunted Chocolatier’s Long Development Comes Down To Chasing Perfection

Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone, developer of Haunted Chocolatier, discussed the game's lengthy development in a recent blog post, attributing the delay to a pursuit of perfection in core gameplay elements. He emphasized the need for mechanics like chocolate making to be seamless and intuitive, explaining that this iterative process is why he has been hesitant to reveal too much about the game before its eventual release.

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'I Torture Myself Over Every Last Detail' — Stardew Valley Creator ConcernedApe Says He's 'Still Here, Still Grinding' on Haunted Chocolatier

ConcernedApe, the creator of Stardew Valley, has provided an update on his next game, Haunted Chocolatier, assuring fans that development is ongoing despite the long wait. He cited his meticulous approach to game development as the reason for the extended production time.

Retro GamerPositive

"Yep," Haunted Chocolatier creator ConcernedApe is "still working on the game" – but he doesn't want to give too much away: "I would rather serve a fully baked bread"

ConcernedApe, the creator of Stardew Valley, has provided an update on his next game, Haunted Chocolatier, stating that development is ongoing but he prefers to share details only when the game is closer to completion. He likens the process to baking bread, wanting to serve a fully baked product rather than a half-baked one, and acknowledges that the game is taking a long time to develop due to its scope and his desire for perfection in every aspect.

PC GamerVery positive

Eric Barone gives players a small update on Haunted Chocolatier's progress: 'It’s not a simple task, as I torture myself over every last detail'

Developer Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe, provided an update on Haunted Chocolatier, acknowledging the slow progress due to his meticulous attention to detail. He emphasized that the game will be larger than Stardew Valley and that he is iterating on core mechanics like chocolate making to ensure a seamless and satisfying player experience.