Garden Story

Garden Story

Released Aug 2021

Embark on a wholesome adventure to save The Grove! Forage resources, combat the invasive Rot, and restore the community. Relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor in this charming action-RPG starring a grape.

89% positive · 1,723 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence

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Steam $19.99
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Evaluation

Garden Story launched on August 11, 2021 and received one notable free content update post-launch: the Autumn Update on October 28, 2021, which added new shops, cosmetics, tool upgrades, and additional building plots. This was the only named content expansion; subsequent updates were quality-of-life patches, bug fixes, and the addition of localization support for 11 new languages, which shipped on October 19, 2023. The language update was the last substantive update communicated by the developer, with a minor bug fix patch following shortly after on November 3, 2023. There are no unreleased DLC entries on the store. The only DLC listed is the soundtrack, which released on launch day. The developer has made no announcements of additional content since the language update shipped, and no roadmap or future content plans have been communicated. The only post-language-update developer activity was a single bug fix patch in November 2023, which addressed a specific progression issue. With only one post-launch content update (the Autumn Update, October 2021), no established pattern of recurring major updates, no announced future content, and no developer communication suggesting more is planned, the game appears to have been substantially complete shortly after launch, with the language update in October 2023 representing the final significant enhancement to the game.
Evidence
Free Autumn Update shipped, adding new shops, cosmetics, tool upgrades, and building plots.
news post · Oct 28, 2021 source content shipped
high
Garden Story launched on Steam on August 11, 2021.
news post · Aug 11, 2021 source content shipped
high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Released
Aug 2021

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Rose City Games
Achievements
21
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

A chill game set in a cozy village

Traverse the four seasons in this wholesome world inhabited by quirky fruits and vegetables! As the newest guardian of the Grove, it is your duty to rebuild the village and uncover the story of its hidden past.


Grow with the town

Complete daily requests to defend, restore, and improve the town. As you progress, you'll unlock memories that allow Concord to harness the power of their predecessors.


A satisfying journey of rebuilding and collecting

Listen to the sweet and catchy music of the island, relax in The Grove’s cozy and inviting atmosphere, cultivate gardens and libraries, and enjoy the delightful personalities you’ll meet along the way. You can even collect adorable hats and backpacks in every village!


Play at your own pace

Only have 12 minutes to spare? That's just enough time for a quick gameplay session. Looking to stay awhile? Take your time rebuilding the Grove. Either way, there’s always something you can do to help your community— they’re counting on their new guardian!


Accessibility Options

For those who prefer to progress the story without the stresses of combat, you can always turn on “perish prevention” mode in the gameplay options. This setting is also helpful for getting past difficult enemies or boss fights.





  • Explore a lush, living world: Immerse yourself in The Grove’s vibrant, organic ecosystem with four distinct (and adorable!) regions to enjoy.
  • Foster community: Take on requests, complete favors, and work as a role model to provide inhabitants with the confidence to support one another. Don’t be afraid to ask for help: we’re rebuilding together!
  • Combat Rot: Solve puzzles and fend off Rot as you delve into particularly infested locations of The Grove. Take caution: especially formidable Rot have taken residence in the depths of these areas!
  • Experiment with equipment: Utilize a variety of items to help gather resources, grow gardens, stave off Rot, solve puzzles, and indulge in the occasional musical interlude!
  • Cultivate your home: Care for garden plots, gather resources, curate libraries, upgrade your tools, and rebuild structures.
Last evaluated Jun 26, 2026
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