Underplayed Gems

The Sinking Forest - 沈んだ森 - (2024)

The Sinking Forest - 沈んだ森 - cover
Developer
@TonyDevGame
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
3.9 of 5, 75 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A flawed but earnest Japanese survival horror walk through a forest, where amateur translation and simple mechanics create a lonely, plodding tension.

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What players say

Players are split on The Sinking Forest. Some praise its atmosphere and Asian horror theme, calling it a decent short scare for the price. Others report game-breaking bugs, poor visibility, and dated graphics, with some saying it is the developer's worst game.

Screenshots

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