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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : 1.8 GHz or faster processor Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Direct X 9.0c compatible video card Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Any

Landlord of the Woods

Niche cult favorite
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Released March 17, 2021
sample: 408 reviews posted after launch (181 AI-classified)
96/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 97 % · 1,259 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
0,99€ 0,49€ -51%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A uniquely short woodland retreat where 372 players out of 408 finish the entire journey in under two hours. Backed by a stellar 97 percent overall approval rating on Steam, this compact adventure leaves a lasting impression without overstaying its welcome.

In-game

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« Les énigmes sont accessible et la DA est originale et belle »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« J'adore la fin, j'ai bien rigolé !!!! Vous êtes fou !!!! »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Liked it a lot. Very creative ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« the moral of the story is to never EVER become a landlord »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Genuinely the only thing I disliked about playing this game was that it ended. Beautiful little art with a beautiful little story in a beautiful little game, and for me, a beautiful little ending. Perfect all around. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« A short and, I might even say, HEARTWARMING story about how to find a way to the landlord's heart »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Game was glitched when I tried to play, and I couldn't interact with the items. Sad! »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« It has rusty lake vibes and the visuals are nice. I don't have any problem with the game being too short or easy. But the story is so flat that it doesn't make me want to play. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Way too short and waaaaaay too easy! »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« I seem to be stuck and unable to progress, I don't understand anything that's going on »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Winning the landlord’s heart is not an easy task, but the tenants do their best to achieve it. In the end, they succeed, leaving you with something to chew on. A short (~1 hour) puzzle game with a peculiar style. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played

In players' words

« Les énigmes sont accessible et la DA est originale et belle »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Game was glitched when I tried to play, and I couldn't interact with the items. Sad! »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« J'adore la fin, j'ai bien rigolé !!!! Vous êtes fou !!!! »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« It has rusty lake vibes and the visuals are nice. I don't have any problem with the game being too short or easy. But the story is so flat that it doesn't make me want to play. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Liked it a lot. Very creative ! »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Way too short and waaaaaay too easy! »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« the moral of the story is to never EVER become a landlord »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« I seem to be stuck and unable to progress, I don't understand anything that's going on »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Genuinely the only thing I disliked about playing this game was that it ended. Beautiful little art with a beautiful little story in a beautiful little game, and for me, a beautiful little ending. Perfect all around. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Winning the landlord’s heart is not an easy task, but the tenants do their best to achieve it. In the end, they succeed, leaving you with something to chew on. A short (~1 hour) puzzle game with a peculiar style. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« A short and, I might even say, HEARTWARMING story about how to find a way to the landlord's heart »
👍 anonymous review · 1 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
94 % pos · n=125
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=104
Story / writing
93 % pos · n=94
Content / longevity
52 % pos · n=25
Value for money
96 % pos · n=24
Audio / music
89 % pos · n=19
Stability / bugs
8 % pos · n=13
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=5
Performance
0 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay12511816
Graphics / art10410400
Story / writing948752
Content / longevity251348
Value for money242301
Audio / music191720
Stability / bugs131210
Interface / UX5005
Performance3012

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 54 min on median; those who dislike it: 54 min.

🪤 87 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
97 % (n=372)
2-10h
94 % (n=33)
10-25h
100 % (n=3)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2025 : 95% positive95MarApr 2025 : 96% positive96AprMay 2025 : 100% positive100MayJul 2025 : 91% positive91JulAug 2025 : 100% positive100AugSep 2025 : 100% positive100SepOct 2025 : 93% positive93OctDec 2025 : 100% positive100DecJan 2026 : 96% positive96JanApr 2026 : 100% positive100AprMay 2026 : 95% positive95MayJun 2026 : 89% positive89JunJul 2026 : 96% positive96Jul

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

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Strengths

  • Visuals steal the show completely: 104 positive mentions out of 104 praise the charming artistic style.
  • The core gameplay captivates wanderers, earning 118 positive mentions out of 125.
  • Narrative charm carries the forest expedition, highlighted by 87 positive mentions out of 94 for the story.
  • Fair pricing resonates well, with 23 positive mentions out of 24 focusing on value.

Weaknesses

  • Technical hiccups occasionally disrupt the serenity, with 10 negative mentions out of 13 pointing to bugs.
  • Content volume leaves some wanting more substance, registering 8 negative mentions out of 25.
  • Interface navigation draws frustration, marked by 5 negative mentions out of 5 for the UI.

Who is it for?

Casual adventurers and puzzle enthusiasts looking for a breathtaking, bite-sized story to breeze through in a single afternoon.

Is Landlord of the Woods worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 97% of 1,259 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Visuals steal the show completely. Current price: 0,49€ (51% off).

Verdict

Landlord of the Woods delivers an enchanting aesthetic and delightful puzzles wrapped in a brief package. Despite minor technical stumbles and a swift conclusion, its overwhelming 96 percent post-release approval cements it as a woodland worth visiting.

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