Underplayed Gems

Escape from the Forest (2025)

Escape from the Forest cover
Developer
oldpoplar
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating
5.0 of 5, 13 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 30 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A cute but perilous 2D adventure where a little boy explores a fantastical forest, fights monsters, and seeks help to escape with permanent consequences.

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What players say

Players praise the pixel art and multiple endings, but many find the stamina system clunky and the difficulty high, especially early on. There is a split: some enjoy the challenge, while others wish for better controls and clearer UI.

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