NAIAD Steam Charts & Stats
Immerse yourself in a relaxing, minimalist, and colorful exploration adventure. Flow with Naiad across a mysterious river and interact with its fauna and flora to discover little secrets. Enjoy a wholesome experience with an original and dreamy visual style.
10 Players in Game
26 All-Time Peak
85,05 Rating
Steam Charts
10 Players in Game
26 All-Time Peak
85,05 Rating
At the moment, NAIAD has 10 players actively in-game. This is 61.54% lower than its all-time peak of 26.
NAIAD Player Count
NAIAD monthly active players. This table represents the average number of players engaging with the game each month, providing insights into its ongoing popularity and player activity trends.
| Month |
Average Players |
Change |
| 2025-03 |
4 |
-55.75% |
| 2025-02 |
10 |
+6.16% |
| 2025-01 |
9 |
-44.72% |
| 2024-12 |
17 |
0% |
96 Total Reviews
93 Positive Reviews
3 Negative Reviews
Very Positive Score
NAIAD has garnered a total of 96 reviews, with 93 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Very Positive’ overall score.
Reviews Chart
Chart above illustrates the trend of feedback for NAIAD over time, showcasing the dynamic changes in player opinions as new updates and features have been introduced. This visual representation helps to understand the game's reception and how it has evolved.
Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
683 minutes
非常神仙的美术和音乐。每首吉它曲都很好听。二结局一整套下来鸡皮疙瘩起来了。
不过单论关卡的话缺点其实蛮多的，重复性高（机制就那么点 时长砍一半我觉得算合理 中间真的要睡着了）、backtrack太多（虽然不是critical path但耐不住收集物太多啊sos）、conveyance有在努力但确实很多时候不知道要干嘛（
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
319 minutes
Prettiest and coziest game I've ever played. 100% worth the cost of admission
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1086 minutes
Hidden, absolute indie gem of 2024.
Seriously, this game is REALLY good!
10/10 game for anyone looking for an extremely chill/zen experience.
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
532 minutes
打完结局默默流泪，非常奇妙的体验😭
自然探索 + 禅派解密 + 乐曲收集，全都戳中xp！总而言之，现在naiad是我最喜欢的游戏之一了。
NAIAD: A Ripple's Ode to Life
A soul-cleansing eco-fable with organic puzzle-melody fusion. Though ephemeral as a stream, it surges with quiet rebellion. Bonds forged with guardians, followers, and symbiotic creatures compose a liquid odyssey. The tripartite finale echoes Journey's sacrificial grandeur, yet flows with unshakable aquatic poise. Now the currents still, their song eternal.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
289 minutes
I wishlisted this game back in 2021, when I was still in college. My taste might have changed a lot since then.
The visual is great, a joy to look at. But playing until chapter 5, I couldn't help not paying attention to this game anymore to the point where I almost fell asleep.
I was really surprised to see this game on the new releases section of the front page and bought it on day 1. But I just can't be bothered to keep on playing anymore since the game is so boring.
I would not recommend this game for those who are looking for engaging gameplay. I do recommend this game though for anyone who is looking to chill and has the ability to appreciate the finer detail of the game's art. I really wanted to like this game, but unfortunately, I want more excitement in my games nowadays.
I will not refund this game out of respect of the creator's craft and the fact that this was a 1-man project.
👍 : 3 |
😃 : 0
Negative
Playtime:
10047 minutes
Such a peaceful joyful curiosity invoking experience. I absolutely love this game. I've been taking my time exploring and just vibing. It's a world to keep coming back to again and again
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
652 minutes
Most of my favourite games have technical art at the core of an original concept, either narrative or gameplay. Naiad ticks all the boxes, a beautiful adventure and a pleasure from start to finish.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
240 minutes
To quote my 5yo "This is the most beautiful thing ever!". The game's a little light on gameplay for my tastes, but she loves it. So thumbs up.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
275 minutes
Boring. As another reviewer writes: Not very engaging. This is an easy game. There are, as far as I am aware, only two buttons: One to sing, and one to dive. The whole game consists of moving around with the left stick and alternately dive and sing. But I will grant it: it is kind of relaxing, it has a pleasant atmosphere of ease. If one values those qualities, it might be worth checking out. But my main critique stands: I ultimately find it boring, and so, with a slight sense of guilt, I will not recommend it on that ground, though conceding it has some good qualities: it is beautiful and imbued with a sense of ease and comfort.
Edit: I change my vote. I think it is worth experiencing. I was swayed when I entered the Dragons Nest. I thought that was a cool moment.
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
465 minutes
I haven't beat this game yet, but I just wanted to write this now so that I could convey the unbridled joy this game has brought me. I have never played something as beautiful as this game. The secrets and countless nooks and crannies just made me feel lost in the best possible way. As Naiad traversed the wonderful world this game inhabits I found myself truly feeling at ease. Never in my life has a game touched me like this. This is something truly special.
Edit: This might honestly be one of my favorite games of all time. As someone who loves experiences with unique feelings and visuals, this really stuck with me. Now that I've beaten it I must say that basically every aspect of this game is something that I would, with genuine sincerity, argue is perfect. The visuals, the sound, the music, the way secrets are integrated, the many branching paths that converge into one central story.
If anything, the only thing that I think isn't literally perfect is the story. While it isn't bad by any means, I just think for me personally the whole climate change and pollution theme is sort of done to death in indie games. Though writing the story off as a guilt trip is doing it a major disservice. The narrative of this still ends with something that feels obtuse enough to the point where I got something out of it. The themes of death and rebirth really touched me, and the way they introduced a second character into the mix really warmed my heart.
This game is just great, and I'm glad I was here to take part in it. I will be eagerly waiting for the next release this developer teases.
👍 : 5 |
😃 : 0
Positive
NAIAD Steam Achievements
NAIAD offers players a rich tapestry of challenges, with a total of 53 achievements to unlock. These achievements span a variety of in-game activities, encouraging exploration, skill development, and strategic mastery. Unlocking these achievements provides not only a rewarding experience but also a deeper engagement with the game's content.
Guardian of the River
Discover all the essences and secrets of the river.
Under the Cloud’s Protection
Meet the Little Cloud.
Fish’s Apprentice
Learn to flow like a fish.
Frog’s Apprentice
Learn to dash like a frog.
Duck’s Apprentice
Learn to swim like a duck.
Friend of the Fish
Have 15 or more fish follow Naiad for a short while.
Friend of the Ducks
Have 3 or more ducks follow Naiad for a short while.
Friend of the Frogs
Have a frog follow Naiad for a short while.
Illuminating the Darkness
Exploring the Darkness
Find 7 secret passages.
Helping the Fauna
Gather the first duckling.
Caring for the Flora
Make the first plant sprout.
Poem Discoverer
Find your first poem.
Poem Collector
Find 16 poems.
Poem Master
Find all the poems.
NAIAD Minimum PC System Requirements
Minimum:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 SP1+ (or later)
- Processor: Intel or AMD Dual Core at 2 GHz (or better)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel Graphics 4400 or better
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Gamepad Controller Recommended
NAIAD Recommended PC System Requirements
Recommended:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5, Ryzen 5
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA 970 GTX, Radeon RX 580
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Gamepad Controller Recommended
NAIAD Minimum MAC System Requirements
Minimum:- OS: macOS 10.12+
- Processor: Intel Core i3
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon Pro 5500M 8GB
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Gamepad Controller Recommended
NAIAD Recommended MAC System Requirements
Recommended:- OS: macOS 10.12+
- Processor: Intel Core i7
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon Pro 5500M 8GB
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Gamepad Controller Recommended
NAIAD has specific system requirements to ensure smooth gameplay. The minimum settings provide basic performance, while the recommended settings are designed to deliver the best gaming experience. Check the detailed requirements to ensure your system is compatible before making a purchase.
NAIAD Latest News & Patches
This game has received a total of 2 updates to date, ensuring continuous improvements and added features to enhance player experience. These updates address a range of issues from bug fixes and gameplay enhancements to new content additions, demonstrating the developer's commitment to the game's longevity and player satisfaction.
Week 1 - Update!
Date: 2024-12-18 20:42:43
This week I have been 100% focused on addressing your useful feedback and lovely comments, fixing bugs with quick little patches.
👍 : 130 |
👎 : 0
NAIAD - Update v1.0.19!
Date: 2025-01-29 02:12:09
Two new languages (Traditional Chinese, Corean). Trading cards, badges, profile backgrounds. Bug fixes and improvements.
👍 : 123 |
👎 : 0
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