Peanut Button Sets Release Date for Haunted Mansion Adventure
Game studio Peanut Button has officially set the release date for its upcoming horror adventure, Riddlewood Manor. Players can mark their calendars for October 22, when the spooky point-and-click title arrives on PC via Steam. For those eager to get a taste of the mystery, a demo version is already available.
In Riddlewood Manor, players will step into the titular mansion to uncover the tragic history of the Riddlewood family. The developers describe the game as a unique blend of horror and dark charm, evoking the feel of an amusement park attraction or even a morning cartoon, but with a sinister edge. You'll encounter a cast of memorable characters, including an eccentric dragon, a rather clueless chicken, and a truly unsettling doll, as you delve deeper into the estate's secrets.
Puzzles, Scares, and Inspirations
As a classic point-and-click adventure, Riddlewood Manor features puzzles that perfectly match its eerie atmosphere. One intriguing example involves preparing a breakfast made from some decidedly unappetizing pig organs, promising a macabre twist on traditional puzzle-solving. The estate’s exploration is also spiced up with jump scares, though players who prefer a less startling experience will be able to enable warnings in the game's settings.
Developers cite popular horror series like Five Nights at Freddy’s, Poppy Playtime, and Rusty Lake as key inspirations for their game's tone and style, suggesting a game rich with atmospheric tension and clever enigmas.
What This Means for Players
With its intriguing premise, distinctive art style, and blend of spooky exploration with clever puzzles, Riddlewood Manor is shaping up to be a compelling addition to the horror adventure genre this fall. Fans of atmospheric point-and-click games and those who enjoy a touch of dark whimsy with their scares should certainly keep an eye out for its release and perhaps dive into the demo right now to experience its unique world.
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