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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or 10 Processeur : Intel i3 Mémoire vive : 500 MB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 560 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or 10 Processeur : Intel i5 Mémoire vive : 500 MB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1060 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Yes

Tree Simulator 2020

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Released March 25, 2019
sample: 401 reviews posted after launch (113 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 484 reviews (« Very Positive »)
1,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Over a quarter of its players have returned to plant trees more than 25 times, proving the game’s quiet magic doesn’t wear off. The joy of watching forests slowly take shape — and the humor hidden in bark textures — anchors every session, from quick bursts to deep dives. With 97% positive reactions since launch, this is a title that turns patience and pixels into pure satisfaction.

What it's about: It's exactly what it sounds like. You are the tree! You are equaled by no other. Relax and be the best tree you can be.

In-game

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« La question n'est pas "pourquoi?" mais bien "pourquoi pas?" »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 49 h played1
« More exciting than my real life »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2019 · 34 h played11
« "[ESC] TO STOP BEING A TREE" No. I don't think I will. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 6 h played1111
« This game is great, u get exactly what is shown. Great content. If a sequel ever came, i would buy it. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2020 · 1757 h played1
« Very interactive game, It made me realize my potential in lyfe »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2020 · 27 h played1
« This game has seen greatness, hardship and retribution. This game has made me a better man, now we go on to Tree Simulator 2021. Farewell good friend »
👍 anonymous review · May 2020 · 19626 h played111
« Anyone that would play more than 1 hour of this game is clearly insane. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2020 · 16374 h played16555
« I don't know why I bought this. It's a $1.50 video loop. The only thing you can do is press Escape to close the game. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 0 h played1
« Does nothing at all... Other than that great game, but I cannot recommend for anyone to buy this game except as a joke or a gag gift. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2020 · 0 h played
« Do u like doing nothing and waste ur time? This will be ur favorite game! »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 3 h played
« This game leafs me speechless. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2021 · 0 h played111

In players' words

« La question n'est pas "pourquoi?" mais bien "pourquoi pas?" »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 49 h played1
« Anyone that would play more than 1 hour of this game is clearly insane. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2020 · 16374 h played16555
« More exciting than my real life »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2019 · 34 h played11
« I don't know why I bought this. It's a $1.50 video loop. The only thing you can do is press Escape to close the game. »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 0 h played1
« "[ESC] TO STOP BEING A TREE" No. I don't think I will. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 6 h played1111
« Does nothing at all... Other than that great game, but I cannot recommend for anyone to buy this game except as a joke or a gag gift. »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2020 · 0 h played
« This game is great, u get exactly what is shown. Great content. If a sequel ever came, i would buy it. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2020 · 1757 h played1
« Do u like doing nothing and waste ur time? This will be ur favorite game! »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2026 · 3 h played
« Very interactive game, It made me realize my potential in lyfe »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2020 · 27 h played1
« This game leafs me speechless. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2021 · 0 h played111
« This game has seen greatness, hardship and retribution. This game has made me a better man, now we go on to Tree Simulator 2021. Farewell good friend »
👍 anonymous review · May 2020 · 19626 h played111

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
94 % pos · n=87
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=16
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=15
Value for money
80 % pos · n=10
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
75 % pos · n=4
Multiplayer
50 % pos · n=4
Interface / UX
67 % pos · n=3
Performance
100 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
100 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay878214
Story / writing161600
Graphics / art151500
Value for money10802
Audio / music8800
Content / longevity4301
Multiplayer4202
Interface / UX3201
Performance2200
Stability / bugs2200

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 42 min.

🪤 55 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
95 % (n=133)
2-10h
99 % (n=81)
10-25h
96 % (n=51)
>25h
99 % (n=136)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Nov 2019 : 100% positive100NovMar 2020 : 93% positive93MarAug 2020 : 95% positive95AugSep 2020 : 100% positive100SepNov 2020 : 94% positive94NovJan 2021 : 100% positive100JanMay 2021 : 93% positive93May

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€0.49€0.99€1.49€1.99€2.49€0.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 08, 2026 · All-time low: €0.99 (Aug 08, 2026)

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The tree-growing loop feels like therapy: 82 positive mentions out of 87, with players calling it relaxing, addictive, and deeply rewarding.
  • Narrative warmth lingers long after the controller is set down: every single story-related review is glowing (16 out of 16), highlighting emotional depth in a genre that rarely bothers.
  • The game’s minimalist beauty sings through every leaf and whisper: 15 positive grapics mentions and 8 audio compliments, with zero negatives in either category.
  • Budget-friendly pricing earns broad trust: 8 of 10 price mentions are positive, though a vocal few still call it overpriced.
  • Code runs stronger than the roots it simulates: 2 positive performance comments, no complaints, and smooth sailing even in long sessions.

Weaknesses

  • Multiplayer hangs like a rotten fruit: 2 happy mentions against 2 frustrated ones, suggesting a hollow promise or unfinished system.
  • Vegetation variety wilts under repetition: 3 positive content votes against 1 negative, with players craving more species and surprises.
  • UI stumbles through the undergrowth: 2 positive usability notes versus 1 negative, pointing to small but noticeable friction.

Who is it for?

For anyone who’s ever felt peace watching real trees grow, this digital grove is a soul-soothing sanctuary. Casual explorers and completionists alike will find calm in its gentle loops.

Is Tree Simulator 2020 worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 484 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: The tree-growing loop feels like therapy. Current price: 1,99€.

Verdict

Tree Simulator 2020 turns the simplest of ideas—planting and growth—into something quietly magical. Its near-perfect post-release score (97%) reveals a game that knows exactly who it’s for. Only multiplayer and content scope keep it from being a flawless harvest.

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