Perfect Timing for Haunted Chocolatier’s Release

Whoa, okay, so here’s the deal. “Haunted Chocolatier,” right? That game? It’s like the spiritual sequel to “Stardew Valley,” which has people seriously buzzing ever since it dropped out of nowhere back in 2021. Honestly, who knows when it’s actually coming out? Not me. Not you. But, hey, the creator, Eric Barone (the legend behind “ConcernedApe”), tossed some goodies about what’s cooking over there.

So, he’s talking to PC Gamer and spills that he’s now all in on the Haunted Chocolatier gig. Like, no more side hustle updating Stardew — all eyes on the chocolate biz. Already feels like something monumental, yeah? We don’t have a clue how much is done — it’s super hush-hush. But with the ten-year bash for Stardew on the horizon, maybe — just maybe — he’s aiming for a drop around then. Or not. Who knows.

I should mention, Barone’s pretty chill about all this. In one chat, he says he’s “still knee-deep in development,” tweaking the big stuff and still playing around with bits and bobs. Sounds sort of all over the place, but also calm? He’s trying not to stress — which is kinda impressive if you ask me because solo dev life sounds killer. Imagine crafting something like Stardew all by yourself. Mad respect.

Quick detour — have you SEEN if it’s hitting the Switch 2? Yeah, me neither. Also, no clue about a Stardew port. If you’re hoping for concrete news there, better buckle up because this ride’s all about mystery.

Now, let’s daydream. A 2026 launch? Feels ambitious, yet perhaps totally wild and fun. You can almost see Barone in a secret studio, chuckling to himself because, whoops, the game’s more done than we think. Maybe I’m just dreaming, or maybe there’s a twist waiting for us. Either way, it’s keeping us on our toes.

Oh, speaking of “Stardew Valley,” shoutout to selling 41 million copies as of late 2024. Seriously, that’s insane! And regardless of whatever Haunted’s up to, the 10th anniversary of Stardew won’t just slip by quietly. There’s bound to be fanfare — be it Barone orchestrating something cool or just the community rallying together. Stardew players have this knack for creativity — from fan art to mods, they’ve built this game’s legacy. Makes you wonder what’s next.

So, keep your fingers crossed or do a little dance for good luck — whatever works for you. One thing’s for sure, these worlds Barone crafts? Pure magic.