Under the Canopies Brings Combat-Free Slow-Life Survival This October
Mexican solo developer Novemtails and German indie publisher Assemble Entertainment have announced that Under the Canopies (アンダー・キャノピーズ), a first-person slow-life survival simulation, will launch in early access on October 23, 2026. The title is headed to PC platforms and will be priced at ¥1,700 (~$11). Rather than focusing on conflict, the game invites players to build a peaceful existence within a quiet, abundant forest. It is designed as a single-player experience, and the announcement was made on September 22, 2026.
According to the developers, Under the Canopies completely removes the “hostile elements” that typically define survival games, including battles against monsters and harsh competition for resources. The stated goal is not to defeat enemies or save the world, but to live in harmony with the forest’s ecosystem. The studio describes it as a brand-new, healing-oriented survival adventure played from a first-person perspective. By eliminating relentless threats, the game lets players immerse themselves in exploration and crafting at their own pace while soaking in the calm atmosphere of the woods.
In the forest, players gather materials to construct a house and craft furniture, decorations, and handy tools, creating a one-of-a-kind, cozy home. They can also grow and harvest crops and cook using natural ingredients found in the woods, with more than 30 recipes available. The game features animal husbandry, including raising chickens and sheep along with keeping bees. Players can feed wild animals to build trust with them, and use a camera to observe and photograph rare creatures, completing an in-game album as a collection element.
Under the Canopies enters early access on October 23, 2026, with a price of ¥1,700 (roughly $11). Development is handled by Novemtails in Mexico, while Assemble Entertainment publishes from Germany. The game supports a single player and launches with 10 supported languages, including Japanese, English, Spanish, and Russian. For players weary of punishing survival loops, a combat-free forest sandbox pitched as a relaxing life sim is a refreshing direction—this one is worth watching when early access begins.
