Adventure · 2025
The Roottrees Are Dead
A genealogical mystery straight out of 1998. Scour the early Internet for clues, uncover hidden connections, and piece together the family tree behind the secretive Roottree…
Key facts
- Released
- 15 January 2025
- Genre
- Adventure · Puzzle · Indie
- Length
- ≈ 13 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Jeremy Johnston, Evil Trout
- Critics
- Metacritic 86
- Steam reviews
- 98% positive (2,522 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 86 — critics loved it
- Released in 2025, still hot
- "Brainy" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Roottrees Are Dead?
Expect about 13 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Roottrees Are Dead with friends?
No, The Roottrees Are Dead is a single-player experience.
What platforms is The Roottrees Are Dead on?
The Roottrees Are Dead is available on PC.
Is The Roottrees Are Dead a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 86. On Steam, 98% positive (2,522 reviews).
What games are like The Roottrees Are Dead?
In the same spirit: Kathy Rain: Director's Cut, Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping and Contradiction: Spot the Liar!.
