Eric Barone confirms Haunted Chocolatier is in active development

Eric Barone, the creator of Stardew Valley known as ConcernedApe, has provided an update regarding the development of his upcoming game, Haunted Chocolatier. In a recent developer blog post, Barone addressed concerns about the project's timeline, confirming that the game is still in active production and has not been abandoned.

Barone emphasized that he refuses to rush the release to meet deadlines, stating that he will not compromise on quality. He noted that rushing the project would result in wasted effort and that his primary goal is to create a title he is personally proud of and enjoys. He expressed that he has been productive recently and finds the work on Haunted Chocolatier to be his most motivating project despite other ongoing commitments.

While Barone reported that he is currently enjoying the unfinished game, particularly after implementing recent changes, he did not provide a specific release window or disclose new gameplay features. Fans are advised that the development process will continue at its current pace to ensure the final product meets his standards.