Platforms
- PCMar 8, 20248.1playscore7.58 Critics9.33.39K Players
- PlayStation 5May 15, 2026NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Xbox Series X|SMay 15, 2026NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchMay 15, 2026NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
8 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Be warned: There isn’t any sort of ”game” to the Summerhouse experience. This is a simple, doodling-sandbox meant to allow users to craft serene landscapes without needing any drawing skills. It does exactly what it sets out to do but could easily be SO much more.
Jeremy Duff · Sep 04, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - I’m quite embarrassed by the screenshots I provided for this review, in case you think my humble creations are still ugly or not very creative. Trust me, they’re a vast improvement on what I made to start with. When I look at them, however, I see the pieces I chose to use and the many more I chose not to use, and feel an inexplicably rare peace; that everything is as it should be. SUMMERHOUSE is not for everyone. It was for me.
Meghann O'Neill · Apr 23, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - SUMMERHOUSE is a small building game that isn’t interested in scores, sprawling cities, or complex zoning. It just gives players the tools to create homes using a relatively varied array of parts, with some unlocks. It’s a relaxed approach that makes it equally fun to create weird buildings that cannot exist in the real world or to try and replicate memories of places one really visited during the summer. The lack of structure will be immersive for many gamers, but others might have problems staying engaged. The city-building genre offers a ton of options for anyone who wants deep systems and complexity. SUMMERHOUSE, a title created by a solo developer, is for anyone who just wants to put pieces together and build something in serene landscapes.
Cosmin Vasile · Apr 02, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - For its low asking price, I have no complaints with Summerhouse, barring a minor controller-related issue I ran into on Steam Deck. Barring that, it plays great on the system, and looks gorgeous on the Steam Deck OLED. I hope it does come to iPad in the future as well as this is something I’d love installed on every device I own. If you’ve wanted to build your own nostalgic dream house or just play around with a creative interactive toy, Summerhouse is for you.
Mikhail Madnani · Mar 15, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - SUMMERHOUSE by Friedemann is a visually striking game that offers a serene building experience, perfect for players seeking a creative outlet without stringent gameplay mechanics. While it shines in its ambiance and artistic design, the game could benefit from more refined controls, clearer objectives and enhanced accessibility features. It's a game that won't necessarily consume hours of your time in one sitting, but will be a delightful escape for those who appreciate its laid-back, creative charm.
THOMAS KENT · Mar 08, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - If you fancy a sandbox where you can design exteriors of homes, cafés, hotels – whatever you want, really – SUMMERHOUSE is a seriously cool one. It’s as basic as they come, but there’s charm in its simplicity. Nothing to bog it down: just you, some design tools, and whatever you want to create.
Kim Snaith · Mar 08, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Drag and drop with a blessedly empty head in this total charmer.
Christian Donlan · Mar 08, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review - SUMMERHOUSE coloca-te num estado meditativo através de um gameplay simples e intuitivo em conjunção com gráficos pixelizados. O jogo foi feito por uma única pessoa, o que explica a sua pequena escala.
Jorge Salgado · Mar 11, 2024 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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