Indie game developer LazyFlock has revealed their upcoming cozy co-op horror game Haunted Paws, which will let players set out on a spooky adventure as a pair of dogs. The adorably scary multiplayer exploration title is set to launch exclusively on PC via Steam, and fans can now get an early look at the cute gameplay and fun mechanics.

Both AAA and indie game studios have been offering up a variety of terrifying and lighthearted horror games for players to enjoy, with major releases like the remake of Silent Hill 2 and smaller upcoming launches like Haunted Paws catching the attention of fans during spooky season. For players who prefer a more family-friendly offering to enjoy around Halloween, Haunted Paws looks to satisfy the need for gentle scares with an endearing story.

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LazyFlock has offered fans an early look at its spooky indie title Haunted Paws, starring cute dog protagonists in a creepy haunted mansion. Players will take on the role of the Puppies as they fight against skeletons and other evil creatures while searching to find their human friend. This action-packed adventure will let players customize the Puppies with a variety of dog breeds and costumes and set out on a solo excursion or team up with a friend in either local or online co-op mode. The Puppies will need to uncover puzzling mysteries and utilize a range of special abilities as they embark on an eerie yet heartwarming journey to save their friend. Offering an adorably cozy co-op horror game experience, players can wishlist Haunted Paws now on Steam.

Haunted Paws Gameplay Details

Haunted Paws features both single-player and multiplayer, with shared split-screen and remote play options. While exploring as the Puppies, players will be able to enjoy a unique set of dog-centric gameplay mechanics, including sniffing out scent trails, digging for hidden quest items, and leaving behind a slippery puddle to trip up enemies. Puzzle solving, stealthy hiding, and item collecting will all aid in the player's canine adventure as they work to defeat sinister creatures and set them free from their dark pasts. Fans of cozy co-op video games and the horrors of spooky season can check out Haunted Paws when it launches on PC.

The Halloween season often sees an influx of highly-anticipated horror game releases, and smaller gems like Haunted Paws offer a welcome balance with more adorable scares for audiences to enjoy. Interested players will want to stay tuned for more updates on when they can join the Puppies on the spooky adventure of Haunted Paws.