Underplayed Gems

MakeRoom (2025)

MakeRoom cover
Developer
Kenney
Publisher
Wholesome Games Presents
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 1,067 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A gentle, whimsical sandbox where you decorate spaces with a huge catalog of items, guided by simple requests or free creation.

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What players say

Players praise it as a cozy, relaxing sandbox for designing rooms without the simulation baggage of a game like The Sims. Many use it as a creative tool for art or writing backgrounds. Reviews warn that the base content is thin and gets boring fast, with some recommending a discount. Workshop items over 1000 can cause crashes.

Trailer

Screenshots

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