Underplayed Gems

The Forest (2018)

The Forest cover
Developer
Endnight Games Ltd
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 677,915 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 17 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A desperate, lone struggle for survival in a hostile wilderness where every shadow and sound signals danger, blending the calm of exploration with sudden, visceral terror.

survival horrortenseatmosphericpunishingexplorationcraftinglonelysuspenseful

What players say

Players praise the blend of survival, horror, and exploration, especially when played with friends. Building creative bases and delving into dangerous caves are highlights, though enemies grow tougher over time and the game offers little guidance, leaving players to figure out objectives on their own.

Screenshots

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