The Forest

In short: The Forest is an action game released in 2018 by Endnight Games, available on PC and PlayStation. Our score: 7.8/10 (worth buying, especially on sale). Lowest price we found right now: $4.39.

Survival horror in mysterious forest

The Forest is a survival horror game that drops players onto a mysterious peninsula after a plane crash, tasked with finding their missing son while surviving against cannibalistic mutants. Building is freeform with a crafting system that lets players construct everything from simple shelters to elaborate fortified compounds. The cave system hides crucial story elements, rare resources, and increasingly disturbing enemy encounters. Day-night cycles create natural tension as mutant activity intensifies after dark. Cooperative multiplayer for up to eight players transforms the experience into a shared survival story. The AI-driven enemies observe player behavior, becoming more aggressive or cautious based on your actions. The narrative builds toward a shocking revelation about the peninsula's true nature.

Game details

• Developer: Endnight Games
• Publisher: Endnight Games
• Release year: 2018
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation
• Category: action

Our review

The Forest is one of the best survival games. A blend of horror, building, and terrifying cave exploration creates an addictive experience. Multiplayer makes it both hilarious and challenging.

Pros

• Excellent horror atmosphere
• Rich building system
• Scary and rewarding cave exploration
• Excellent multiplayer
• Low price

Cons

• Dated graphics
• Inconsistent cannibal AI
• Story unclear at first
• Physics bugs

FAQ

Is it scary?

Yes, survival horror with cannibals in a mysterious forest.

More about this game

• Is The Forest worth buying?
• The Forest guide
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Last updated: 01/04/2026