Birch Simulator (2023)

Developer: Performance Artist
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 104 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 21 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

You stand still as a birch tree, listening to birds and wind in a serene forest with no goals or pressure.

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What players say

Players say being a birch tree and just existing is either a meditative experience or a boring walk with no goals. The landscapes and music get praise, but there is little to do beyond moving around.

Screenshots

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