Every time news about Haunted Chocolatier emerges, I find myself dissecting the details. After waiting for a launch with no clear timeline, any slice of information becomes vital. A recent tweet by Eric Barone indicated that the game world will exceed the size of Stardew Valley, but with only ten words shared, speculation is all I have.

In his post on X, Barone confirmed the expansive nature of the game, yet no accompanying images or clips were provided, making it difficult to gauge exactly what awaits us. I suspect that the fragments we’ve glimpsed of Haunted Chocolatier represent only a small portion of what lies ahead, particularly since most screenshots feature a snowy landscape.

Stardew Valley isn’t small either; considering its desert and Ginger Island, there’s a considerable map to traverse. Reflecting on my own gameplay experiences, it took me a hefty number of hours to memorize its expanse, which raises my hopes—concerned as they may be—if Haunted Chocolatier is indeed larger.

Past information suggests that apart from the main town, which acts as a pivotal hub, players can explore different realms to gather chocolate ingredients. This naturally leads me to anticipate more varied environments, especially since each previewed area hosts unique enemies to challenge. Despite the absence of a release date, it appears that substantial progress is being made in development, suggesting we may soon receive a new trailer or additional screenshots. My eagerness to craft chocolate is undeterred, regardless of how far I need to venture.