Underplayed Gems

Tales From Hoia Baciu Forest (2022)

Tales From Hoia Baciu Forest cover
Developer
Street Art Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Free To Play, Early Access
Rating
3.8 of 5, 152 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 52 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You wander through a dark forest under a strange sky, piecing together what happened to your friends in a slow, eerie exploration.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and tension of this slow-paced horror based on a real Romanian forest. It relies on exploration and light puzzles, not hand-holding. Some note a buggy inventory and camera issues, but it is widely recommended as a strong free experience from a single developer.

Screenshots

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