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Rootnote

Your mission in this singleplayer adventure-survival game is to restore the forest's decaying life force. Cleanse the infested root by uniting the powers of the guardians and using their music. Build a boat or swing with your vine to discover new places.

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May 1, 2026
92 days ago
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About the Game

Your goal is to reunite the root, as this is the only way for the tree of life to regain its strength.

Through your connection as a guardian to the Tree of Life, you will experience the musical side of the forest.
Collect the songs of the guardians and use their abilities to fight the spreading disease.

Along the way, you will discover new modes of transportation. For example, a boat to cross the large lake or a kind of grappling hook to explore the forest from higher up.

Find secret gates and hidden treasures and decorate your home with a wide variety of mementos.