MakeRoom

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MakeRoom is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Kenney and was released on August 7, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

MakeRoom is a charming single-player simulation game where you design cozy spaces using over 1,100 objects and custom furniture tools. With masterful graphics, an amazing soundtrack, and gentle design requests, it offers both guided and freeform building experiences. Despite being very grinding, it delivers good gameplay and a highly emotional sandbox journey.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 627 reviews

graphics17 positive mentions

story9 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing and cozy atmosphere, making it perfect for unwinding.
There is a vast amount of customization available, including the ability to create and share custom objects.
The art style is charming and visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.

The game lacks a sufficient number of items and furniture options, which can limit creativity.
Controls can be clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult to manipulate objects precisely.
The campaign mode is short and feels more like a tutorial than a substantial gameplay experience.

graphics
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute, cozy, and simplistic art style, which enhances the relaxing gameplay experience. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and the ability to customize furniture, creating unique and charming room designs. Overall, the visuals are described as warm and aesthetically pleasing, contributing to a satisfying and enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The art style is super cozy and soft, very cottagecore vibes ️”
- “The art style is sweet and just detailed enough to allow you to make rooms with their own unique character, which is a tough balance to strike.”
- “The simplistic geometric art style paired with the number of creative tools to alter the items at our disposal makes it easy to design and create unique layouts for the room dioramas.”
- “I was excited to play this game & liked the aesthetic but the lack of items really hurts since that's the main point of a sandbox game that has 0 objectives.”
- “The actual gameplay is decent, with really cute visuals and assets, but it just feels not really polished from a player perspective.”
- “The art style is very low poly, so you can take different objects, stick them together, and create something entirely new.”
music
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall cozy atmosphere. Players appreciate the soothing soundtracks that complement the cute graphics and gameplay, making it an ideal backdrop for creativity and unwinding. While the music is generally well-received, some users express a desire for more variety and seasonal tracks to enrich the experience further.
- “The music is calming, and I love the option to switch between songs.”
- “An amazing and relaxing game able to calm down with its soft and beautiful songs and melodies included while you are making a wonderful room!”
- “The music is very nice as well, very atmospheric and aids to the cozy feeling.”
- “The soundtrack puts me to sleep, and I love just spending 10 minutes here and there letting out some steam.”
- “I know that music is very subjective, but something that's keeping a certain mood for 5 minutes would greatly help players lose themselves in the fun of this game.”
- “Also, please work on the music.”
gameplay
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its cozy, freeform nature, allowing for creative expression through a custom building mechanic, though many players find it shallow and lacking in depth. While the visuals and overall design are praised for their charm, the gameplay can feel clunky and unfinished, with limited objectives and a tutorial that serves more as an introduction than a comprehensive guide. Overall, it offers a relaxing experience, but some players desire more varied prompts and polished mechanics to enhance engagement.
- “This freedom makes every space feel personal, shaped entirely by taste rather than by mechanical constraints.”
- “I love the cozy vibes and the simplicity of the gameplay, and after playing this for 30+ hours I still feel like there is so much creativity I can unlock.”
- “The gameplay is relaxing and very freeform, the colors and art style are both cute and warm plus it's just great for spending a day.”
- “Interacting with objects could be far more pleasant and tactile than it is, given the absence of any other gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself is basically 15 tutorials, so not very interesting by any means.”
- “The gameplay feels more tedious than fun for me, and there's no real extrinsic motivation.”
story
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely minimal, with many users noting the absence of a traditional narrative or character development. While there is a pseudo-story mode that offers design prompts and quests, it is often described as simplistic and lacking depth. Players seeking a rich storyline or structured objectives may find the game unsatisfying, as it primarily focuses on creative room design rather than storytelling.
- “I could easily pour hours into a singular room, fine-tuning all the unique details and telling a story about the person who lives there.”
- “Cozy cute game reminds me of Animal Crossing: Happy Home Paradise, love the fact you can create & use your own furniture. It also has prompts/story mode if you're struggling for inspiration. 10/10 highly recommend for those cozy nights.”
- “I like how there's both a 'story' mode (similar to House Flipper where you help clients make their rooms) and a creative mode where you can just go wild.”
- “If you're someone who needs quests, adventure, and story no matter what - this game isn't going to be for you (I also like those things! But this isn't the kind of game for that).”
- “The game does not have any stories, goals, or missions; it's purely design at a relatively small scale - a room.”
- “There's no story or goal to really accomplish.”
emotional
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and calming nature, providing players with a sense of joy and creativity through the act of arranging spaces. Many users express feelings of warmth and community, highlighting the supportive environment on Discord, while some even mention being moved to tears by the game's charm and simplicity. Overall, it fosters a nurturing atmosphere that appeals to players of all ages.
- “This is one of those cute, wholesome games that just calms you.”
- “Made me cry.”
- “It's cute, it's wholesome, and there are a few levels to do that guide you through some situations.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly when it comes to placing and arranging items in a room. The lack of item clusters and a cumbersome undo feature contribute to a sense of tedium, making the creative process feel more laborious than enjoyable. While some appreciate the casual, no-pressure environment, many feel that the gameplay lacks motivation and can be overly finicky, detracting from the overall experience.
- “It's completely chilled out, no grinding, no money, just complete freedom.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “However, it lacks items - or clusters of items - to create clusters; you have to tediously place them all, and the layering is objectively frustrating to work with.”
- “The gameplay feels more tedious than fun for me, and there's no real extrinsic motivation.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently described as cozy and soothing, enhanced by its soft art style, calming sounds, and atmospheric music. Players appreciate the attention to detail that contributes to a sense of immersion and creativity, making it an ideal choice for those who enjoy crafting comfortable spaces. Overall, the atmosphere effectively fosters a warm and inviting experience.
- “The music is very nice as well, very atmospheric and adds to the cozy feeling.”
- “The atmosphere is calm and soothing, and every little sound and visual detail adds to that cozy, 'in your own world' feeling.”
- “I do like the music, atmosphere, and options given right away.”
- “I love the game's look and the atmosphere really nails that cozy vibe.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the Steam Workshop feature exhibits occasional bugs, leading to instances where it fails to function properly or does not appear at all.
- “The Steam Workshop seems to be a little buggy; it doesn't work sometimes or just won't show up.”
- “I've experienced frequent crashes during gameplay, which really disrupts the experience.”
- “The game often freezes, making it frustrating to progress.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely derived from the community's creative contributions, which include amusing and quirky creations like scratching posts and cat shelves, often leading to laughter and enjoyment among players.
- “I love watching the community create and share things they've made: funny, useful, cute, and more.”
- “There are dogs and fish, too, but I can't stop laughing at the number of scratching posts and cat shelves.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its lack of timers, currencies, and performance metrics, allowing players to focus on creativity without pressure. Reviewers indicate that optimization does not detract from the overall quality or performance of the game.
- “There are no timers, no currencies, and no performance metrics judging your creations.”
- “Again, my refund had nothing to do with the game's quality or performance!”