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A YEAR OF SPRINGS

Niche cult favorite
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Released September 28, 2021
sample: 413 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 98 % · 977 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
4,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A Year of Springs offers a heart‑warmingly brief narrative that lets players bond with its endearing characters. This cozy simulation has earned a 98 % positive rating from 977 Steam reviews.

In-game

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« One of the cutest game that I've ever played. It talks about LGBT very nicely and I think that everyone needs to play this game, at least to see how the life of LGBT people can be. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« + Visuel trop mignon + Personnages attachant - Mon dieu qu'elle s'excusent tout le temps 7/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« J'etait le meilleure haineuse de Manami, mais donc j'ai joué le troisième chapitre. Maintenant je suis le plus grand défenseur de Manami. Elle est littéralement moi »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« I started HRT one month ago. Thank you npckc. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« It seems to be a kinetic story. It's not bad but not too interesting either. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« C'est une histoire très queer, très touchante, on en apprend sur la vie des personnes trans au Japon. C'est très doux, et ça se joue tout seul. :) »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« un jeu vraiment très mignon et agréable »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« A really cute story about being LGBT and navigating the world as people who are shunned by society. Also Haru is literally me :3 »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played

In players' words

« One of the cutest game that I've ever played. It talks about LGBT very nicely and I think that everyone needs to play this game, at least to see how the life of LGBT people can be. »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« It seems to be a kinetic story. It's not bad but not too interesting either. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« + Visuel trop mignon + Personnages attachant - Mon dieu qu'elle s'excusent tout le temps 7/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« C'est une histoire très queer, très touchante, on en apprend sur la vie des personnes trans au Japon. C'est très doux, et ça se joue tout seul. :) »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« J'etait le meilleure haineuse de Manami, mais donc j'ai joué le troisième chapitre. Maintenant je suis le plus grand défenseur de Manami. Elle est littéralement moi »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« un jeu vraiment très mignon et agréable »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« I started HRT one month ago. Thank you npckc. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played
« A really cute story about being LGBT and navigating the world as people who are shunned by society. Also Haru is literally me :3 »
👍 anonymous review · 4 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
Story / writing
97 % pos · n=145
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=28
Content / longevity
88 % pos · n=26
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=15
Gameplay
92 % pos · n=13
Value for money
100 % pos · n=10
Interface / UX
100 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing14514032
Graphics / art282800
Content / longevity262321
Audio / music151500
Gameplay131210
Value for money101000
Interface / UX3300

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 3 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.4 h.

🪤 80 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
90 % (n=82)
2-10h
99 % (n=318)
10-25h
100 % (n=9)
>25h
100 % (n=4)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2024 : 100% positive100DecFeb 2025 : 100% positive100FebMar 2025 : 100% positive100MarApr 2025 : 94% positive94AprJun 2025 : 93% positive93JunAug 2025 : 100% positive100AugOct 2025 : 95% positive95OctDec 2025 : 100% positive100DecJan 2026 : 100% positive100JanFeb 2026 : 100% positive100FebMar 2026 : 95% positive95MarMay 2026 : 95% positive95MayJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

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

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

45 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 5 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 48,3 % of players.

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Strengths

  • Story: 140 positive out of 145 mentions
  • Graphics: 28 positive out of 28 mentions
  • Audio: 15 positive out of 15 mentions
  • Gameplay: 12 positive out of 13 mentions
  • Content: 23 positive out of 26 mentions

Weaknesses

  • Story: 2 negative out of 145 mentions
  • Gameplay: 1 mixed out of 13 mentions

Who is it for?

Players who enjoy quick, emotionally resonant indie sims with polished visuals and sound—especially those looking for a short, heart‑warming experience—will find this title especially compelling.

Is A YEAR OF SPRINGS worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 98% of 977 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 4,99€.

Verdict

A Year of Springs delivers a near‑perfect, cozy simulation that captivates with its crisp audio‑visuals and touchingly brief story, making it a standout choice for fans craving a satisfying, bite‑size adventure.

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