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Night in the Woods

Night in the Woods

NIGHT IN THE WOODS is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet and lots to do across a lush, vibrant world.

95%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperInfinite Fall
PublisherFinji
Release DateFeb 21, 2017
$19.99
Peak Players1.3K
Metacritic88
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows · macOS · Linux
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Night in the Woods is a deeply emotional, character-driven adventure that explores themes of mental health, identity, and the struggles of early adulthood in a dying town. While its slice-of-life pacing and immature character dialogue can be divisive, it is widely celebrated for its immersive atmosphere and profound resonance with players.

Pros

  • Deeply relatable characters and well-written themes regarding mental health and growing up.100%
  • Distinctive and atmospheric art style that creates a strong 'vibe'.95%
  • High emotional impact that leaves a lasting impression on players long after finishing.90%
  • Immersive world-building that makes the setting feel alive and evolving.85%
  • Strong replayability for those who connect with the narrative and characters.70%

Cons

  • Shallow gameplay mechanics, including basic platforming and mediocre minigames.85%
  • Slow narrative pacing where the central mystery takes several hours to appear.80%
  • Dialogue can occasionally feel immature or 'cringey' for characters in their twenties.75%
  • Tonal shifts where awkward jokes or quips sometimes undermine serious or scary moments.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Includes a rhythm-based guitar minigame and dream sequences.
  • Highly recommended for fans of slice-of-life and coming-of-age dramas.
  • Strongly resonates with players who have experienced similar life transitions or mental health struggles.
Confidence: 52%
Based on the 127 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Sep 22, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
107
Peak · last 90 days
190
All-time peak
1.3K

Price

Current price
$19.99
Lowest tracked
$9.99since Jan 14, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
95%
All-time positive
95%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews20.4K
Positive: 19.3K (95%)Negative: 1.1K (5%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

39h

Avg Playtime at Review

57%

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