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Eric Barone, the developer of Stardew Valley, recently shared that his upcoming title, Haunted Chocolatier, will lean more heavily into action RPG mechanics. Unlike his previous farming-focused work, this project emphasizes adventure, gear acquisition, and character progression.
The game features combat against monsters and boss encounters, specifically designed for players who enjoyed the mining and combat aspects of Stardew Valley. Barone noted that the experience will take place in a more metaphysical setting while retaining the charm of a town-based game.
Barone is committed to high-quality design, emphasizing that frequently used interfaces, such as recipe menus, must be intuitive and satisfying. He prefers to refine these details repeatedly until they meet his standards, noting that he avoids showing unfinished work to prevent setting incorrect player expectations.
First announced in 2021, the game remains in development alongside updates for Stardew Valley. While Barone has expanded his team to manage both projects, he has not yet provided a definitive release date for Haunted Chocolatier.
