HauntedPawsWiki
Breed guides, boss strategies, and co-op survival for the coziest haunted mansion on Steam.
Unofficial wiki for Haunted Paws: puppy abilities, every boss's hidden past, Friend's Pass setup, demo guides and release tracking for the 900,000-wishlist co-op horror from LazyFlock.
Official Playtest Trailer
TBA
Release date
Demo
Free on Steam
2P
Co-op + Friend's Pass
900K+
Steam wishlists
Game Overview
About Haunted Paws
Haunted Paws is a cozy co-op horror adventure from LazyFlock. Two puppies venture into a haunted mansion to rescue their kidnapped best friend: sniff out trails, solve puzzles, and free every boss you defeat. Pick a puppy in the breed hub, set up Friend's Pass, and track the release date.
Quick facts
- Developer
- LazyFlock
- Publisher
- LazyFlock (self-published)
- Platform
- PC (Steam); Switch 1 & 2 confirmed
- Genre
- Cozy co-op horror adventure
- Release date
- To be announced
- Demo
- Free on Steam now
Explore the wiki
Explore the wiki — Every hub you need, organised by what puppy rescuers search for most.
Haunted Paws walkthroughs for first mansion runs, puzzle solutions, puppy abilities and how long the full adventure takes to beat.
View all GuidesEvery playable dog breed from Shiba Inu to German Shepherd, the kitten, fur customization and all costumes and hats.
View all BreedsEvery sinister creature in the mansion: the Owlman, the Bull Monster, the Bird Monster, their tragic pasts and how to free them.
View all BossesTwo-puppy teamwork: Friend's Pass setup, local split-screen, online co-op, couch play and crossplay status.
View all Co-opHaunted Paws release date tracking, price, and every confirmed platform from Steam to Switch 2, PS5 and Xbox.
View all Release InfoThe free Steam demo: what's inside, how the two-puppy puzzles work and how the demo connects to the full game.
View all DemoFeatured guides
Deep walkthroughs for day-one puppies and their humans.
Getting Started
First mansion run: movement basics, puppy verbs and which systems matter before the first boss.
Read guideBreedsAll Dog Breeds
Every breed in the demo and full game, from Shiba Inu to German Shepherd - and the kitten in disguise.
Read guideBossesAll Bosses
Every creature guarding the mansion floors, their tells and the stories that set them free.
Read guideCo-opFriend's Pass
Only one copy needed: how the free friend invite works on Steam, local and online.
Read guideReleaseRelease Date
Everything LazyFlock has confirmed so far - and how to know the date the moment it drops.
Read guideDemoDemo Guide
What the free demo contains, its chapters, and whether progress carries to the full game.
Read guideLatest Updates
Latest updates — Release timing, demo notes and fresh guides - newest first.
Wiki launched - demo-era guides live
Yes, you can play as a kitten in Haunted Paws
Demo live on Steam + Triple-i Initiative showcase
Gamescom FYNG Indie Award win + Switch 1 & 2 announced
900,000 Steam wishlists passed
Gamescom Future Games Show reveal with new chapters and bosses
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Quick start
New to the haunted mansion? Follow these steps before the first boss.
Install the free demo
Grab the Haunted Paws demo on Steam, wishlist the full game, and bring a friend - one copy is enough. demo guide
Learn the puppy verbs
Dig, sniff, bark and sneak - every puzzle in the mansion runs on these four abilities. puppy abilities guide
Pick your puppy
Recreate your real dog: breeds, fur colors and the kitten who snuck into the mansion in disguise. all dog breeds
Set up two-player
Local split-screen on one couch or online with Friend's Pass - the co-op setup takes two minutes. co-op guide
Study the creatures
Every boss you defeat is set free, not destroyed. Learn their patterns and their stories. boss list
Track the release
No date yet - wishlist the game and follow our release tracker so you never miss the announcement. release date tracker
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about Haunted Paws.
What is Haunted Paws?
Haunted Paws is a cozy co-op horror adventure from LazyFlock, a two-person studio based in Kaunas, Lithuania. Two puppies venture into a haunted mansion to rescue their kidnapped human best friend. You dig, sniff, bark and solve puzzles together, and every sinister creature you defeat is freed from a tragic past rather than simply destroyed.
When does Haunted Paws release?
There is no release date yet - LazyFlock lists the game as TBA. The free demo has been live on Steam since October 8, 2026, and the game appeared at the Triple-i Initiative showcase. Wishlist on Steam to be notified the moment the date is announced.
Is Haunted Paws on Game Pass?
No. Haunted Paws has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass. It is a self-published title from LazyFlock confirmed for PC (Steam) and Nintendo Switch 1 & 2, with PlayStation and Xbox versions announced. The Friend's Pass - where only one player needs to buy the game - is the closest thing to a bring-a-friend-free deal.
Is Haunted Paws multiplayer or co-op?
Yes, it is a two-player co-op game with both local split-screen and online co-op. Thanks to the Friend's Pass, only one player needs to own the game - the second puppy joins for free. Remote Play Together is also supported.
What platforms is Haunted Paws on?
PC (Steam) is the lead platform with the free demo. Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions were announced at Gamescom 2026, and PlayStation and Xbox versions have also been announced. No release date has been given for any platform.
Who is making Haunted Paws?
LazyFlock, an independent two-person studio based in Kaunas, Lithuania, is developing and self-publishing the game. Despite the tiny team, Haunted Paws passed 900,000 Steam wishlists, won the Gamescom 2026 FYNG Indie Award (a community-voted bracket) and appeared at the Triple-i Initiative showcase.
Ready to rescue your human?
From your first sniff trail to the Owlman's tragic story, our guides cover everything the demo and full game throw at two brave puppies. Start with the beginner guide or meet every boss waiting upstairs.