Dead Forest
- July 26, 2022
- Manul Games
Get on SteamDead Forest is a first person mystical thriller. The game take place in the protagonist’s dream. Every time the main hero has the same dream in which he sees a mysterious dark forest. But this time it's different ...
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- The game features a captivating story with well-developed characters and multiple romance routes that are engaging and thoughtfully crafted.
- The art and music are beautifully done, enhancing the overall atmosphere and experience of the game.
- The game offers good replayability, as players need to explore different routes to fully understand the story and unlock all endings.
- The English translation has some grammatical errors and awkward phrases that can detract from the overall experience.
- The structure of the game can be confusing, as players may find themselves on a route without having met the character associated with it.
- Some players may find the requirement to complete specific routes to unlock others frustrating, as it can lead to unnecessary backtracking.
- story34 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The story is an engaging dark fantasy adventure that unfolds through multiple romance routes, each revealing different aspects of the plot and character backstories. While the narrative is captivating and the characters are well-developed, some players found the English script lacking, which detracted from the overall experience. Despite minor grammatical issues, the storytelling, atmosphere, and beautiful art make it a recommended play, especially for fans of the genre.
“Overall, the art is beautiful, the atmosphere is captivating, the chemistry and storytelling are wonderful, the characters have depth, and the world itself is super interesting!”
“The story was dark, interesting, and fairly easy to follow along with.”
“As you follow the story and learn about the cast of characters that Laki meets, you'll unlock lore and backstory about them.”
“It makes sense with the story, but I spent a long time thinking I was still in the common route when I wasn't...”
“Now, for some information: the story is split up between the different routes you take, so you do in fact need to play all of them to fully understand what’s going on in this game.”
“Perhaps this story is truly worth recommending, but it was such a huge torture for me personally.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, featuring a peaceful and occasionally eerie soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of various scenes. Reviewers appreciate the variety of tracks that complement the adventure fantasy theme, although the absence of voice acting is noted. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
“Music is peaceful and at times serenely spooky.”
“There are numerous CGs shown throughout the story as well as a varied soundtrack, although there is no voice acting.”
“As for the soundtrack, there's a decent variety, and the tracks fit well with the adventure fantasy of this story.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety and becomes repetitive, detracting from the overall experience.”
“While the music is peaceful and at times serenely spooky, it often feels out of place with the game's tone.”
“There are numerous cutscenes shown throughout the story, but the absence of voice acting makes the music feel less impactful.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Dead Forest" offers a rich experience with multiple choices, contributing to a playtime of around 22 hours. Players appreciate the depth of decision-making involved, enhancing the overall engagement with the game.
“Gameplay for me was 22 hours.”
“As for the gameplay, 'Dead Forest' has multiple choices.”
“Now that I've gone over the story and gameplay, I'll move onto my critique.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating beauty, rich storytelling, and well-developed characters, all set within an intriguing world that enhances the overall experience.
“Overall, the art is beautiful, the atmosphere is captivating, the chemistry and storytelling are wonderful, the characters have depth, and the world itself is super interesting!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its strong replayability, indicating that players find it enjoyable enough to return to multiple times.
“This game is all-around fantastic, has good replayability, and deserves more love!”
“The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple endings and character paths, I find myself coming back for more every time!”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users noted that the humor in the game often stems from the literal translation of idioms, leading to amusing and unexpected phrases that enhance the comedic experience.
“Sometimes, as usual, our idioms were translated literally, and I once saw a funny sentence translated with our free word order.”
“The humor in this game is brilliantly absurd, making even the most mundane tasks feel entertaining.”
“I love how the game uses clever puns and witty dialogue to keep the mood light and fun.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional depth of the game is highlighted by its complex character dynamics, making it difficult to clearly identify the villain, which adds to the overall impact of the narrative.
“I found it emotional to the point where it's not obvious who the villain is.”
“The story touched my heart deeply, making me feel a range of emotions throughout the gameplay.”
“I was moved to tears by the character development and the choices I had to make.”
