Smalland: Survive the Wilds Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-09-15
Review summary
  • Highly enjoyable and fun
  • Creature taming and mounts
  • Beautiful graphics and world
  • Co-op multiplayer shines
  • Main story is short
  • Combat is underwhelming and simplistic
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Categories

SurvivalOpen-World ExplorationCreature CollectionBase BuildingCooperative MultiplayerCraftingAction-AdventureThird-Person Perspective

Emotions

Archetypes

Hardware

Windows <8GB VRAM / <16GB RAMpositiveWindows <8GB VRAM / 16-31GB RAMpositive

Snapshot History

Positive
Negative
1,027
71%
29%
427
68%
32%
Sample precision
Helpful reviews
85%
Unhelpful reviews
14%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
1366
Negative points
1132
Gameplay points
1565
Perf. points
59
Rec. points
266
Misc points
440
Point
Highly enjoyable and fun
Description
Players consistently describe the game as fun, addictive, and entertaining, with many calling it one of the most enjoyable games they've played. The gameplay loop is engaging and rewarding for a wide audience.
Importance
35%
Creature taming and mounts
Description
Taming is a major highlight, with creatures used for combat, riding, flying, and carrying loot. The variety of tameable creatures and their usefulness as companions and mounts is frequently praised.
Importance
32%
Beautiful graphics and world
Description
The game's visuals, including graphics, art style, and open world design, are widely praised as beautiful, gorgeous, and well-crafted. The open world is vast and pleasant to explore.
Importance
32%
Co-op multiplayer shines
Description
Playing with friends or a partner significantly enhances the experience, making the game more interesting and fun. Co-op supports up to 10 players and is a key selling point.
Importance
20%
Favorable comparison to Grounded
Description
Many reviewers compare it to Grounded and find it as good or better, citing more realism, unique art style, and more forgiving mechanics. It stands out as a strong alternative in the survival genre.
Importance
14%
Overall positive but not exceptional
Description
Some players find the game decent, okay, or pretty good, but not outstanding. It is enjoyable yet may lack the polish or depth to be considered great by all.
Importance
11%
Worth the price
Description
Players feel the game offers good value for money, with many stating it's worth the price and time invested. It provides a satisfying experience relative to its cost.
Importance
9%
Creative building mode
Description
The building system is solid, cool, and pleasing, allowing for creative expression. It adds depth and enjoyment to the game.
Importance
7%
Variety of weapons and armor
Description
There is a large amount of equipment, including weapons and armor ranging from swords to firearms. This variety enhances player choice and combat options.
Importance
7%
Well-represented bug theme
Description
The insect theme is executed well, with cool and fun bugs like beetles and bees. Being tiny and fighting bugs is a unique and awesome experience.
Importance
7%