A Game About Chopping Trees
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A Game About Chopping Trees

Grab your axe, hop on the handcar, and lose yourself in the forest. Chop trees, upgrade your gear, and enjoy the ride - alone or with a friend

DEV: Space Raccoon Game StudioPUB: Spaghetti CatAppID 4512570
UPDATE PULSEevery ~16d·last 23d ago·6 recent on record

Is A Game About Chopping Trees still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

95.0
Excellent

Elixir Rating

85.4% of 1,229 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 83.3. The developers have shipped 8 substantial updates in the past six months, adding 11.7.

reception 83.3·support +11.7·Excellent

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

Should you look into this?

From Steam's own record

Current price

$6.39$7.99−20%

Development

Actively supported

Last heard from developers

18 days ago

Usual rhythm

every ~2 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

8

Current silence

9× normal

The developers post roughly every 2 days and were last heard 18 days ago — within their normal range. 8 substantial updates landed in the past six months, 2 of them major. It is currently 20% below its usual price.

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Our coverage

2 dispatches written from this game’s announcements

releaseAug 25, 2026

A Game About Chopping Trees Launches on Steam from Space Raccoon Games

Space Raccoon Games has released A Game About Chopping Trees on Steam, marking the studio's second title after The Mosquito Gang. The announcement, posted by author eXciter on July 15, 2026, frames the release as a deliberate pivot toward a slower, more meditative experience.

What the game includes

  • No timers or stress mechanics — the design centers on the rhythm of chopping rather than performance pressure
  • Solo and co-op play — players can invite a friend for a shared logging session
  • Sapling planting — the forest can be actively grown, not only harvested
  • Handcar exploration — a handcar serves as transport between work sites across the game's landscapes

To coincide with launch, a Game + Soundtrack Bundle is available at a discounted price, pairing the game with its official soundtrack.

The studio credits early wishlisters and playtest participants for shaping the final experience, suggesting a period of community involvement prior to release.

For players seeking something low-pressure and unhurried, the combination of planting, chopping, and open exploration positions this as a deliberate counterpoint to more demanding survival or crafting games.

releaseAug 22, 2026

A Game About Chopping Trees Launches on Steam from Space Raccoon Games

Space Raccoon Games has released A Game About Chopping Trees on Steam, marking the studio's second title after The Mosquito Gang. The announcement, posted by author eXciter on July 15, 2026, frames the release as a deliberate pivot toward a slower, more meditative experience.

What the game includes

  • No timers or stress mechanics — the design centers on the rhythm of chopping rather than performance pressure
  • Solo and co-op play — players can invite a friend for a shared logging session
  • Sapling planting — the forest can be actively grown, not only harvested
  • Handcar exploration — a handcar serves as transport between work sites across the game's landscapes

To coincide with launch, a Game + Soundtrack Bundle is available at a discounted price, pairing the game with its official soundtrack.

The studio credits early wishlisters and playtest participants for shaping the final experience, suggesting a period of community involvement prior to release.

For players seeking something low-pressure and unhurried, the combination of planting, chopping, and open exploration positions this as a deliberate counterpoint to more demanding survival or crafting games.

Two years of development

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29 announcements · 8 substantial · 18 months with nothing

Recent Transmissions

29 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsSep 15, 2026
HOT FIX #18

Added elevator call leverChanged ambient SFX in bamboo zone Fixed client crash on level loading in some cases Fixed wrong bamboo & palm logs mesh on sawmill Fixed low poly bamboo trees Fixed wrong textures showing on some PC configurationsF…

Community AnnouncementsSep 14, 2026
HOT FIX #17

- Fixed localization bugs with plant tool - Fixed localization bugs for robot in Highlands - Fixed missing chinese characters in some UI - Fixed bug with lock 60 FPS on notebooks - Unstuck button now not available when player in boss fight …

Community AnnouncementsSep 13, 2026
HOT FIX #16

- Fixed bug when igloo can't be repaired - Fixed wrong raccoon statistic in end screen - Reset pillar on Sky Island now can't be used without real progress in this zone

Community AnnouncementsSep 13, 2026
HOT FIX #15

Changed- Temporary removed achievement for Hardcore mode completing. This achievement will be added later, when the mode leaves the beta testing stage. IMPORTANT: If you have already received this achievement, don't worry, you don't need to…

Community AnnouncementsSep 12, 2026
HOT FIX #14

- Fixed bug with unchoppable trees on some clients

Community AnnouncementsSep 12, 2026
HOT FIX #13

ADDED- Added introduce cinematics to Sky Island- Added widget for crystal countingTWEAKED- Simplified Great Furnace UI status- Changed minimap markers on Sky Island- Robot gives you a 50% cashback on the cost of the log when burnedFIXED- Fi…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 11, 2026
HOT FIX #12

- Added "Unstuck" button in ingame menu - Added additional plant tools to Sky Island - Decreased logs count requirement for charcoal furnaces - Fixed bug with missing upgrades for sawmill/trolley from old saves - Fixed few bugs with wrong c…

Community AnnouncementsSep 10, 2026
Big Content Update Is Here!

The Huge Content Update Is Here! We are thrilled to announce that our massive content update has officially arrived! To celebrate, the game is launching with a special 20% discount available for 7 days, running until September 17th! We stro…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 27, 2026
HOT FIX #11

- Added force offline mode in game settings

Community AnnouncementsAug 25, 2026
News on the upcoming update

Hello, woodsmen!We have a little bad news - and some very good news. Our final major update was originally planned for the end of August, but we need a little more time to finish testing and polishing. The new release date is September 10.A…

Community AnnouncementsAug 25, 2026
HOT FIX #10

- Fixed client crash on tree planting

Community AnnouncementsAug 13, 2026
HOT FIX #9

- Fixed a critical bug that could block progression under certain conditions

Community AnnouncementsAug 11, 2026
HOT FIX #8

- Fixed bug with missing new game+ reset for old saves - Fixed bug with dog house for old saves

Community AnnouncementsAug 10, 2026
HOT FIX #7

- Fixed bug with Ent 1 hp bug - Fixed bug with dropped radio block music on level - Fixed bug with wrong statistic calculation when game end - Fixed bug with dog house broken interact

Community AnnouncementsAug 8, 2026
Hot fix #6

🛠️HOTFIX #6 IS LIVE 🛠️ We've just pushed a small hotfix to address a few bugs and improve your experience. What's New: 🏠 Husky Summon: You can now summon the Husky directly from his house! 🐶 ⚔️ Boss Fight Fixes: Resolved issues with var…

Community AnnouncementsAug 7, 2026
Medium Update: Secret Area, Axe Skins, and More

Hello, Woodsmen! A new medium-sized content update is here with new features, secrets, improvements, and fixes. New Content Added the ability to create multiple game saves and load or delete them. Added a secret location. Added new axe skin…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 27, 2026
HOT FIX #5

- Try fix wrong leaf rendering on Linux - Fixed localization typo - Fixed "stump killer" achievement logic in co-op mode - Fixed some bugs with husky behavior - Fixed bug with miss player progress in co-op mode when player leave before save

Community AnnouncementsJul 24, 2026
New Content, Content Update Roadmap, and Screenshot Contest

Hello, Woodsmen! We are happy to share our roadmap through the end of August. It highlights the key dates when you can expect new content and updates to arrive. We are not ready to reveal all the details just yet, but we look forward to sha…

Community AnnouncementsJul 22, 2026
Hot Fix #4

- Try fix bug with new gen CPU client crash - Improved stability of tree detection in zone volumes

Community AnnouncementsJul 21, 2026
Hot fix #3

Hello everyone! While our team prepares a more significant update (which will be released this Friday!), we are releasing this small patch to fix some identified bugs that could interfere with normal gameplay. FIXED: - Fixed bug with wrong …

Community AnnouncementsJul 18, 2026
Thank you all! We share some future plans and release additional fixes!

Thank You, woodsmen! First of all, thank you to everyone who has purchased the game and left a review. Your support, feedback, and kind words mean a great deal to our small team! We have also heard your requests for more content. We have al…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 16, 2026
HOT FIX #1

Hello, Lumberjacks! 🌲 Thank you all for your feedback and for reporting the issues you've encountered. We read every single comment and do our best to fix problems as quickly as possible. Today we've released a hotfix that addresses many o…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 15, 2026
A Game About Chopping Trees: Out Now!

Hey, woodsmen!The day has finally arrived! We are incredibly proud to announce that our second game, A Game About Chopping Trees, is officially out now on Steam!It has been an amazing journey moving from the chaotic fun of The Mosquito Gang…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 8, 2026
One Week Until Release - Thanks & Demo Closing

Hey, Lumberjacks! We’re one week away from release — and we couldn’t be more excited. As we put the finishing touches on the full game, here’s what’s happening behind the scenes and how you helped make it happen. What’s happening now Final …

Community AnnouncementsJun 16, 2026
Demo Update: Tutorial, Handcar & Major Improvements

Hello everyone!We've been hard at work reading your feedback and improving the demo experience. Today's update introduces several new features, fixes a number of issues, and tweaks many aspects of the game to make chopping trees even more s…

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Community AnnouncementsJun 11, 2026
The release date is set!

The wait is almost over We are incredibly excited to announce that "A Game About Chopping Trees" will officially release on July 15! When the game launches, the official OST will also be available for purchase, allowing you to take the sere…

Community AnnouncementsMay 31, 2026
Demo update #1

Hello everyone! Thank you so much for your support and feedback - it helps us make our game better. We've released a cumulative update for the demo that fixes most of the issues you've reported. Here's the changelog: - Fixed bug with tree p…

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Community AnnouncementsMay 28, 2026
Demo is live: A Game About Chopping Trees

The demo for "A Game About Chopping Trees" is out now on Steam. This is a small slice of the full game, made for anyone who wants to slow down, breathe, and enjoy a simple, satisfying loop - no timers, no pressure, no stress. Just the quiet…

Community AnnouncementsApr 10, 2026
A Game About Chopping Trees is Officially Revealed! 🌲

A Game About Chopping Trees is Officially Revealed! 🌲🪓 Hey everyone! Yesterday, we officially announced our new project, A Game About Chopping Trees! We want to give a huge thank you to everyone who has already added the game to their wis…