One of the things that makesAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsso popular among the cozy gaming community is itsvarious events that take place throughout the yearand, for many, the game’sHalloween events and activitiesare a peak feature. From a variety of spooky clothing items becoming available in The Able Sisters, an array of Halloween-themed furniture items being sold in Nook’s Cranny, and all the different island activities that players can participate in during the lead up to Halloween night itself,Animal Crossing: New Horizonsis anexcellent cozy game optionfor those who enjoy a little bit of spook.
However, for some players who enjoy social simulation games with a spookier twist, the Halloween content inAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsmay fall a little short. Perhaps a player would like to see more Halloween-themed items being available in the game all year-round, with opportunities to make one’s island a little bit spooky and magical at any time. The good news is that at some time in 2026,a game that seems comparable toAnimal Crossing: New Horizonswill be released, offering a spooky take on a social simulation game:Moonlight Peaks.
Everything We Know About Moonlight Peaks
How It Is - & Isn’t - Like Animal Crossing
InMoonlight Peaks, players will be able to create their own vampire character whose main mission is to prove to Count Dracula, their father, that it is possible for vampires to, rather than engage in evil activities that can be polarizing among society,embrace empathy and live a life making friends with other local occult beings and building a legacy as a friendly vampire. The game will feature all the usual farming simulator activities like farming, digging, fishing, and mining, as players explore managing their resources in the game and creating a unique gothic farm that is fit for a vampire.
AlthoughMoonlight Peaksis planning a 2026 release, there is a demo available to play now on the game’sSteampage.
InMoonlight Peaks, players will be able to create their very own vampire character with the game’s adorable character creator. With an avatar design that is not a million miles away from those inAnimal Crossing: New Horizons, the art style forMoonlight Peaksis sure to resonate with many. However,the game significantly differs in its style when it comes to all the spooky elementsand its primary purple and pink color scheme. With bubbling cauldrons, bat-shaped decor and a variety of coffin-shaped items,Moonlight Peakswill definitely appeal to those who might be a fan or former fan ofMonster HighDolls.
Why Moonlight Peaks Should Be On Your Wishlist
A Cozy & Spooky Game To Keep An Eye On
Not only isMoonlight Peaksset to be aesthetically beautiful yet spooky and witchy, butthe game is ultimately going to be a relaxing cozy game where players can experience socializing with many different characters. From brewing a variety of potions, learning to cast spells, and even experiencing dating supernatural characters,Moonlight Peakswill offer numerous gameplay avenues that will appeal to all sorts of cozy game players. The game’s similarity toAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsin terms of its gameplay mechanics, combined with its unique art style and supernatural activities, convey what seems likely to be a successful farming sim.
With a release date yet to be confirmed, but already accumulating a following of eagerly awaiting fans,Moonlight Peaks' demo provides PC players a way to try it out before its release in 2026. Additionally, the game developers at Little Chicken have been regularly posting updates about the game’s progress on their social media, like the officialMoonlight PeaksX (formerly Twitter) account, where the cozy gaming community can get a taste for what is to come. Ultimately,Moonlight Peakslooks like a spookyAnimal Crossing: New Horizonfan’s dream, and hopefully the game itself will be a resounding success.
