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Strange Horticulture

Strange Horticulture

Strange Horticulture is an occult puzzle game in which you play as the proprietor of a local plant store. Find and identify new plants, pet your cat, speak to a coven, or join a cult. Use your collection of powerful plants to influence the story and unravel Undermere’s dark mysteries.

94%
Very Positive
DeveloperBad Viking
PublisherIceberg Interactive
Release DateJan 21, 2022
-70%
$15.99$4.79
Peak Players1.3K
Metacritic83
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows · macOS
Adventure
Indie
Simulation
AI Review Summary

Strange Horticulture is a cozy yet eerie puzzle game that immerses players in the role of a plant shop owner within a dark academia setting. While highly praised for its meditative atmosphere and unique plant-identification mechanics, some players find the gameplay loop repetitive and note a lack of quality-of-life features like map searching or note-taking.

Pros

  • Delightfully meditative and relaxing gameplay loop that is easy to get lost in.90%
  • Strong dark academia atmosphere with a perfect blend of cozy and creepy vibes.85%
  • Intriguing world-building and story that keeps players engaged until the end.80%
  • Accessible puzzle difficulty that provides a mental challenge without becoming frustrating.70%
  • High level of polish and charm that reflects the developers' passion.60%

Cons

  • The core gameplay loop of identifying plants can feel repetitive and tedious over time.80%
  • Missing essential quality-of-life features such as a map search function or the ability to take notes.75%
  • The story and ending may feel underwhelming or lack depth for some players.60%
  • The game is relatively short, which may not satisfy those looking for a longer experience.50%

Notable Mentions

  • One reviewer named it their Game of the Year for 2022.
  • The game is frequently cited as a perfect title to play during the winter holidays.
Confidence: 62%
Based on the 144 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Sep 29, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
181
Peak · last 90 days
646
All-time peak
1.3K

Price

Current price
$15.99$4.79-70%
Lowest tracked
$4.79since Jan 13, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
93%
All-time positive
94%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews16.3K
Positive: 15.4K (94%)Negative: 905 (6%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

9h

Avg Playtime at Review

97%

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