Wicked Cabins: Cozy Builds in Haunted Realms

When I first saw the reveal for Wicked Cabins, I paused and thought, “How have we never made cozy huts in haunted forests?” That question has me hooked on this upcoming diorama builder from solo dev Dariusz Pietrala. Fans of Unpacking, Townscaper, or any zen builder with a spooky edge will feel right at home.

A Cozy Twist on Gothic Spaces

• Pure creative freedom: No timers, no resource hunts—just design.
• Eerie meets inviting: Transform haunted towers, witch huts, and more.
• Four haunting biomes: Woods, Transylvania, Hell, and Swamp.
• Solo indie vision: Personal touches and community dialogue.

Publisher	TBD
Release Date	TBA
Genres	Diorama Builder, Relaxing, Cozy, Creative Sandbox
Platforms	PC (Steam)

Instead of monsters or deadlines, Wicked Cabins hands you a lantern and says, “Go make this place charming.” Picture brewing tea in a mossy cottage, draping lights on a vampire spire, or fluffing pillows beside lava flows—and all at your own pace. The goal isn’t to win; it’s to turn sinister corners into snug retreats.

The Four Haunting Settings

• The Woods: Enchanted clearings, witchy cabins, glowing fungi—the cottagecore of your dreams, with a dark twist.
• Transylvania: Misty castles and gothic halls reimagined as cozy nooks.
• Hell: Lava rivers and lost souls become surprisingly homey with a few rugs and candles.
• Swamp: Bayou branches and cypress knees meet soft lantern light—think haunted Louisiana warmth.

Pietrala’s approach is hands-off. There are no guided objectives or rigid tech trees: you choose how each corner feels. That trust in the player to find joy in design is what sets Wicked Cabins apart from other chill builders. It’s not about progress bars; it’s about making every creaky floorboard your own.

Questions on the Horizon

• Will the tools stay fresh and deep enough after dozens of hours?
• Is there any sharing or community hub, or purely solo creation?
• How much variety can a single developer pack into these four vivid realms?

These are critical points to watch as more info emerges. The indie scene has proven it can nail cozy, but avoiding repetition is a real challenge.

Who Should Keep an Eye on This?

If you unwind with Unpacking, zone out in Townscaper, or dream up builds in The Sims, Wicked Cabins should land on your wishlist. Horror fans craving a break from jump scares will also appreciate chilling in Dracula’s den instead of sprinting from him. It’s a bold flip on genre norms: no threat, just ambiance.

TL;DR

Wicked Cabins hands you lanterns and soft pillows in the world’s creepiest spots. If you’re starved for low-stress creativity that blends gothic chills with true calm, this indie gem is worth watching.