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Under Leaves

A short game, Under Leaves is probably one to add to your wishlist for a deeper discount. That said, it’s a delightful title to chill with and impressed me in many ways. I hope to see more from the small indie team at Circus Atos.
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90%Game Brain Score
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story, replayability
97% User Score Based on 384 reviews
Critic Score 67%Based on 2 reviews

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Under Leaves is a single player casual simulation game with a kids theme. It was developed by Circus Atos and was released on April 27, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Under Leaves is a peaceful, hand-drawn hidden object game. Players explore beautiful natural scenes, finding and identifying objects to help restore a lost book of nature. With no time limits or scores, it's a relaxing journey through detailed environments, suitable for all ages.

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Audience ScoreBased on 384 reviews
music54 positive mentions
story7 negative mentions
  • Beautiful watercolor art style that creates a calming atmosphere.
  • Relaxing gameplay with soothing music and nature sounds, perfect for unwinding.
  • Challenging enough to keep players engaged, with a hint system that adds a fun puzzle element.
  • Short playtime, typically completed in under two hours, which may not justify the price for some players.
  • Limited variety in scenes and objects, leading to potential repetitiveness.
  • No option to adjust or mute the music, which can be distracting for some players.
  • music
    111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall calming atmosphere alongside beautiful graphics. However, many users expressed frustration over the inability to turn off or adjust the volume of the music, which can be distracting during gameplay. Overall, the ambient soundtrack and nature sounds contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a delightful experience for players seeking a tranquil environment.

    • “The music in the game is soothing, the art is beautiful, and the mechanics are easy to follow!”
    • “The game features pretty little sounds and music, creating a cozy and relaxing atmosphere, while still offering a satisfying challenge on some levels.”
    • “The artwork and music are beautiful, providing a relaxing ambiance that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The biggest flaw was that I could not figure out how to turn the music off and ended up muting my computer because of it.”
    • “One other thing that bothered me was that it wasn't possible to change the volumes of the music and sound effects.”
    • “Fair warning: the monochrome, the walls of patterns and the new age music will put you to sleep if you play this too late in the day.”
  • graphics
    110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Under Leaves" are widely praised for their beautiful, watercolor art style that creates a charming and tranquil atmosphere, reminiscent of a children's book. Players appreciate the stunning visuals and soothing ambient sounds, which enhance the overall relaxing experience, although some note that object placements can lead to eyestrain during gameplay. Overall, the game's aesthetic is celebrated for its vibrant colors and cute designs, making it a delightful hidden object adventure.

    • “The most striking element of Under Leaves is its art style.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous!”
    • “The artwork is absolutely beautiful, and I loved helping the various animals find hidden objects.”
    • “Staring at the same graphics made my eyes hurt from looking for a single hidden object, so I suggest taking breaks if you cannot find the hidden objects the animals ask.”
    • “This game’s art style, with its simple shapes, limited color palette, and often cluttered scenes, creates a lot of opportunity for the game developers to place objects in places that are almost impossible to see.”
    • “The graphics (meaning the nature landscape/background of the stages) is okay, and also the sound.”
  • gameplay
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its accessibility and simplicity, making it a relaxing experience with soothing sounds and beautiful art. While it lacks depth and complexity, featuring linear mechanics and no escalating challenges, it offers enjoyable hidden object tasks that can be both easy and occasionally challenging. Overall, it serves as a calming escape, ideal for unwinding without the pressure of intricate gameplay.

    • “The gentle gameplay and soothing sounds make it an ideal choice for unwinding after a long day.”
    • “In summary, this game combines dynamic gameplay with a serene atmosphere, making it a perfect escape for anyone looking to relax and enjoy some peaceful gaming moments.”
    • “What a wonderful hidden object game; easy gameplay to get into, beautifully designed, and enjoyable for hours.”
    • “Despite its beauty and charm, the game does not strive for long-term depth or layered mechanics.”
    • “There are no escalating difficulties, time limits, or narrative twists; the gameplay is linear and straightforward.”
    • “There's no narrative, no characters, no overarching goals, and no other game mechanics (with one exception).”
  • atmosphere
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its serene and cozy qualities, enhanced by beautiful hand-drawn art, soothing music, and nature sounds. Players find it to be a relaxing escape, making it ideal for de-stressing while enjoying charming visuals and a peaceful ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere is highlighted as the game's strongest feature, providing a delightful backdrop for the hidden-object gameplay.

    • “Colors bleed softly into each other, creating a serene atmosphere that makes each scene pleasant to linger in.”
    • “In summary, this game combines dynamic gameplay with a serene atmosphere, making it a perfect escape for anyone looking to relax and enjoy some peaceful gaming moments.”
    • “The audio in the game, ambient music combined with sounds of wildlife, helps to provide a relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is the game's strongest point: musical flourishes accompany the click of the item you are looking for.”
    • “While the content will not take you very long to complete, the sense of wonder that the game's atmosphere creates will stay with you for a while longer.”
    • “With this atmosphere, it's extremely difficult to rage when you don't find one of the items.”
  • story
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is minimal, with some reviews highlighting a charming, storybook-like aesthetic and gentle environmental motion that creates a warm atmosphere. However, many players note the absence of a traditional narrative, as the gameplay primarily revolves around completing quests for animals by finding specific items across various screens. Overall, it is appreciated for its art style and tranquil mood rather than a deep or engaging storyline.

    • “Animals are drawn with charm and personality without relying on exaggerated expressions, and the gentle motion within each environment gives the game a living storybook feel.”
    • “It is not a game built for depth, challenge, or long sessions, but one meant to be appreciated like a short illustrated story—to be absorbed, admired, and remembered for its warm aesthetic and tranquil mood.”
    • “I really like the art style and appreciate all the little stories that are implemented, flowers that start to blossom after you found seeds or all the small animals that appear after you fed their parents is really adorable.”
    • “This hidden object game is a bit different from the usual one since there is no story to it.”
    • “There is no story, you just need to feed the animals by finding a few copies of the same item on the cluttered background.”
    • “It's a hidden object game in the purest sense of the word, as there is no real story and no other purpose than collecting the specific objects that you are assigned in each level.”
  • replayability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the slight randomization of item placements that offers a degree of replay value, others find it limited and feel that the experience is most enjoyable during the initial playthrough. The game is considered short, and while it has some replay potential, it may not satisfy those seeking deeper complexity or extensive replayability.

    • “The game is a satisfying length, and it has great replay value, as the objects are located in different places when you replay the game.”
    • “I did also enjoy that the objects were slightly randomized within each level, so there is a tiny bit of replay value.”
    • “The location of the items changes slightly with every playthrough, so the game has some replayability.”
    • “For those in search of complexity or replay value, it may feel too lightweight.”
    • “Zero replayability.”
    • “Even though it is quite short, I feel that it definitely has replay value and the price seems fitting as well.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted as entertaining and funny, particularly in its mini-game format; however, some users feel that the overall experience is not worth the price given its short duration of just one hour.

    • “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes and hilarious situations that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I loved the witty dialogue and the absurd scenarios; they really added a unique charm to the gameplay.”
    • “The comedic timing in the mini-games is fantastic, making even the simplest tasks feel entertaining and fun.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and excessively time-consuming, with some suggesting it requires an unrealistic commitment to progress.

    • “I play a lot of these types of games and enjoy a challenge, but this became tedious.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of "Under Leaves" is characterized as a heartfelt experience that, while primarily aimed at younger audiences, offers a charming and wholesome hidden object gameplay filled with delightful flora and fauna.

    • “Just a high quality heartfelt experience.”
    • “Under Leaves rakes up its fallen foliage to create a wholesome hidden object game that, while admittedly targeted towards younger audiences accustomed to illustrious animal minimalism, still contains plenty of charming flora and fauna to seek.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others experience lag and frame rate drops, indicating that optimization may vary significantly across different system configurations.

  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game demonstrates strong stability, with users reporting smooth performance and no glitches or irritations. The immersive outdoor sounds enhance the experience, allowing players to feel more engaged and less like typical gamers.

    • “It performs well, with no glitches or irritations, and the soothing outdoor sounds can give you the illusion of not being a helpless video game addict, even if you are.”
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Under Leaves is a casual simulation game with kids theme.

Under Leaves is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Under Leaves.

Under Leaves was released on April 27, 2017.

Under Leaves was developed by Circus Atos.

Under Leaves has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Under Leaves is a single player game.

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