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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7, 8, 10 Processeur : 2.3 GHz Dual Core Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD 4000 Espace disque : 300 MB d'espace disque disponible

Under Leaves

Niche cult favorite
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Released April 27, 2017
sample: 408 reviews posted after launch (179 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 824 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
4,99€ 1,24€ -75%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A serene hunt for hidden fauna that demands patience, backed by a 96 percent overall approval rating across 824 Steam reviews and 94 positive mentions out of 408 sampled post-release logs. Most players comfortably finish their peaceful sessions within the 2-to-10-hour bucket, where satisfaction peaks at 96 percent positive out of 262 reviews.

What it's about: Un voyage au cœur de la forêt, de la jungle ou dans les profondeurs de l'océan. Trouvez des châtaignes pour les cochons, une chenille pour le crocodile ou une, deux, trois étoiles de mer. Un jeu d'objets cachés plein de couleurs dans le monde des animaux.

In-game

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« Took my time to immerse myself in the ambience in hope it would ease my anxiety. Well, it didn't. Still, the cute crechers and their bebes brought a smile to my face even though my left hand was gripping my knee the whole time. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 2 h played1
« •••°•°•°•°☆ Peaceful and relaxing. ☆°•°•°•°••• »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 4 h played1
« Mes filles de 5 et 7 ans ont adoré ce jeu »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 28 h played
« Simple, magique et magnifique ! »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2023 · 3 h played
« This game is gaslighting me, making me think i am colorblind »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 1 h played
« The softest game i've ever played : the colours, the music, the adorable critters, everything in it is great. It's perfect to play while lying in your couch »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 2 h played
« Un jeu d'objets cachés, c'est beau, vous passerez un bon moment ! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 5 h played
« C'est chill, calme, apaisant, je l'ai fini en 3h et en prenant mon temps, le genre de jeu qu'on ressort 1 fois tout les 2 ans mais on y passe un bon moment :) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 3 h played

In players' words

« Took my time to immerse myself in the ambience in hope it would ease my anxiety. Well, it didn't. Still, the cute crechers and their bebes brought a smile to my face even though my left hand was gripping my knee the whole time. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2023 · 2 h played1
« This game is gaslighting me, making me think i am colorblind »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 1 h played
« •••°•°•°•°☆ Peaceful and relaxing. ☆°•°•°•°••• »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 4 h played1
« The softest game i've ever played : the colours, the music, the adorable critters, everything in it is great. It's perfect to play while lying in your couch »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2023 · 2 h played
« Mes filles de 5 et 7 ans ont adoré ce jeu »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 28 h played
« Un jeu d'objets cachés, c'est beau, vous passerez un bon moment ! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 5 h played
« Simple, magique et magnifique ! »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2023 · 3 h played
« C'est chill, calme, apaisant, je l'ai fini en 3h et en prenant mon temps, le genre de jeu qu'on ressort 1 fois tout les 2 ans mais on y passe un bon moment :) »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2022 · 3 h played

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

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
90 % pos · n=165
Graphics / art
98 % pos · n=109
Audio / music
88 % pos · n=76
Content / longevity
52 % pos · n=21
Value for money
76 % pos · n=17
Interface / UX
25 % pos · n=4
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=2
Stability / bugs
50 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay16514997
Graphics / art10910702
Audio / music766718
Content / longevity211119
Value for money171322
Interface / UX4112
Story / writing2200
Stability / bugs2101
Performance1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 2.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.8 h.

🪤 56 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
89 % (n=123)
2-10h
96 % (n=262)
10-25h
100 % (n=15)
>25h
100 % (n=8)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Jul 2022 : 94% positive94JulNov 2022 : 92% positive92NovNov 2023 : 100% positive100NovNov 2024 : 90% positive90Nov

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

25,7 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 29 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 59,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay mechanics and discovery are widely celebrated, with 149 positive mentions out of 165 total on the subject.
  • Art direction and watercolor visuals charm the audience, yielding 107 positive mentions out of 109.
  • Sound design creates a tranquil atmosphere, anchoring 67 positive mentions out of 76.
  • Value and pricing satisfy buyers, supported by 13 positive mentions out of 17.

Weaknesses

  • Content volume leaves some wanting more, registering 9 negative mentions out of 21 total.
  • Audio design divides a small minority, accounting for 8 negative mentions out of 76.

Who is it for?

Puzzle enthusiasts and casual gamers seeking a peaceful, visually charming hidden object experience will find the ideal antidote to stress here.

Is Under Leaves worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 824 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay mechanics and discovery are widely celebrated. Current price: 1,24€ (75% off).

Verdict

Under Leaves delivers a deeply soothing aesthetic journey that easily justifies its short runtime. With overwhelmingly positive reception since launch, it remains a delightful, stress-free diversion for quiet evenings.

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Under Leaves: 92/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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