After 7 Years Of Waiting For Stardew Valley's Witchy Alternative, Will Witchbrook Actually Come Out In 2025?

Witchbook has been a highly anticipated video game in the cozy gaming community ever since its initial announcement back in 2018. Taking on a classically cheerful, pixel-art style similar to Stardew Valley, Witchbrook already looks like a cozy game that will have a bit of a familiar feel for Stardew Valley fans. However, Witchbrook's unique blend of life simulation with a narrative revolving around magic, primarily due to the game's focus on a magical academy, is what has stirred anticipation in the gaming community. Developed by Chucklefish, the game has been in development for seven years, leaving it easy to wonder if Witchbrook will finally be released in 2025.

Witchbrook is an upcoming game that represents what could potentially be a dream game for many players who have been longing for a magic school-oriented cozy game. The game's cheerful art style evokes a feeling of nostalgia for players of Stardew Valley, while combining magical gameplay features like spell-casting and potion making. However, updates from the developers relating to the game's official release have been lacking as many fans continue to wait, wondering when they'll finally get their hands on what seems to be the ultimate cozy, witchy game.

Witchbrook's Development Updates Have Been Underwhelming

7 Years And No Trailer

Ever since Chucklefish's initial announcement of Witchbrook in 2018, the developers have shared the odd screenshot of the game in progress, showcasing the life sim's beautiful pixel world. However, it has been a little bit strange that, after seven years of being in development, no trailer for Witchbrook has been released yet. With every screenshot and glimpse of the game being few and far between, Chucklefish has yet to inform the cozy gaming community of a more detailed roadmap for when fans can expect Witchbrook to finally be released.

You Shouldn't Count On Playing Witchbrook In 2025

Development May Still Be Going Slow

A witch standing on a bridge next to her broom. The bridge goes over a small steam surrounded by autumn trees. A woman sits on a bench with a book.

While it may be easy to speculate that perhaps 2025 might be the year that Witchbrook finally comes out, it's fair to say that the odds of this actually happening are slim. What is evident is that the developers are likely doing their best to ensure that the game, with so much hype built up, is as perfect and polished as it could possibly be by the time it's ready for release. Given the deafening silence regarding any recent updates about Witchbrook, it might be safer for eagerly waiting fans to manage their expectations and to expect some further delays for the game's release beyond 2025.

Fields of Mistria is a cozy pixel game with similar vibes that impatient players should try checking out. It's currently in early access, with plans to fully release this year.

Witchbrook may be one of the most highly anticipated indie games at the moment. However, with seven years now following the game's announcement, Witchbrook's seemingly prolonged development process may be testing the patience of many potential players, particularly with the lack of updates regarding the game's release date and absence of further teasers. While there are other magic-oriented cozy games on the market that may scratch the Witchbrook itch for many players, there's something seemingly special about this game, so hopefully, in 2025 there will be at least an update regarding the game's release in the future.

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Witchbrook

Life Simulation

Farming

Casual

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Released: 2025
ESRB: Teen // Suggestive Themes
Developer(s): Chucklefish, Robotality
Publisher(s): Chucklefish
Multiplayer: Online Co-Op
Number of Players: 1-4 (online)
Steam Deck Compatibility: Unknown
PC Release Date: 2025

Chucklefish's upcoming title immerses players in the enchanting seaside town of Mossport, where they assume the role of a witch-in-training at Witchbrook College. As they attend classes to master spells and potions, players can cultivate relationships with fellow students and townspeople, engage in activities like broom racing, and explore the richly detailed pixel art world.