Woodrot
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About Woodrot
Woodrot is a surreal point-and-click adventure game developed by The Midnight Token. Released on June 30, 2026, it drops you into the role of a building maintenance worker whose apartment complex has inexplicably drifted to the middle of the ocean. The game blends quirky character interactions with a slow-burn mystery as you navigate a crumbling structure filled with eccentric residents. It’s a first-person narrative-driven experience with puzzle elements, designed for PC. The tone is darkly comedic and absurd, focusing on uncovering why the building is adrift and what the neighbors are hiding. Think of it as a strange blend of isolation and human drama, wrapped in a bizarre premise.
Gameplay
You spend most of Woodrot exploring a decaying apartment complex, interacting with neighbors through dialogue options and collecting items to solve environmental puzzles. The point-and-click controls are precise, letting you examine objects, pick up tools, and manipulate items like broken plumbing or flickering lights. Each floor hosts unique characters with personal grievances and cryptic hints about the building’s relocation. The game avoids traditional combat or action, instead relying on observation and deduction to piece together the story. Sessions often involve backtracking to unlock new areas as you learn more about the building’s history. The surreal setting means physics and logic are flexible, doors might lead to unexpected places, and residents often deliver dialogue that defies reality.
What Players Think
PlayPile community ratings for Woodrot average 4.2/5, with 78% completing the main story. Critics on Metacritic score it 82, praising its originality but noting pacing issues in the third act. Average playtime is 12.5 hours, with 22% finishing 100% (including side quests). Community moods are split: 65% “curious,” 25% “frustrated” by ambiguous puzzles, and 10% “absurdly entertained.” One user wrote, “The neighbors are unhinged in the best way.” Achievement completion rates are high, with 89% unlocking all 40+ trophies, though some require hunting for hidden collectibles. The game’s $29.99 price tag has sparked mixed reactions, many call it fair for the story, while others feel the lack of multiplayer or replayability drags value.
PlayPile's Take
Woodrot is a niche pick for fans of experimental narratives and dialogue-heavy adventures. Its charm lies in the bizarre world and character interactions, but the slow pacing and obtuse puzzles might test patience. At under 30 bucks, it’s a low-risk buy if you enjoy figuring out cryptic stories. Skip it if you prefer structured objectives or action. The 20+ hour runtime and 40 achievements make it rewarding for completionists, though the lack of multiplayer or mods limits long-term appeal. Worth a playthrough for its weirdness alone.
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