Bonsai (2016)

Developer

Rooted Concepts

Platforms

Windows, Linux

Genres

Casual, Indie, Simulation

Rating

2.7 of 5, 166 player ratings

Typical playtime

about 2.5 hours

Where to get it

Steam

How it feels

A quiet, contemplative experience of nurturing a procedurally living tree through gentle or aggressive pruning, with a slow pace that rewards patience and curiosity.

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What players say

Players are split on Bonsai. Some find it a relaxing background game to play while waiting in other games, praising the addictive trimming. Others call it barely a game, citing no save option, long AFK waits, and a bonsai experience that isn't accurate.

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