Descending The Woods

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"Descending The Woods" is a survival horror game with cozy farming sim elements, set in an open world filled with paranormal activities. You must manage a farm surrounded by a cursed woodland, rescue and care for animals, and seek out cursed objects to lift the woods' curse. The woods have three layers, each with unique biomes and dangers, and you'll be stalked by relentless ghosts. Make farms in the woods your home base as you explore and survive.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game has a great atmosphere, especially at night, which adds to the horror experience.
There is a lot of potential in the game's unique mechanics, such as farming and pet management, which enhance gameplay.
The developer is actively working on updates and patches, showing dedication to improving the game.

The game is currently plagued with bugs and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay, making it frustrating to progress.
Controller support is poor, and the game lacks clear instructions on how to navigate its mechanics.
Many essential features, like a save system, were missing at launch, making it feel incomplete and unpolished.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a mix of unexpected mechanics like farming and pet management, which add depth without overwhelming players. While the game runs smoothly and is enjoyable, especially in multiplayer, it suffers from significant bugs that can impact the experience. Seamless tutorials are helpful for understanding the mechanics, but their persistent reminders can be intrusive if not completed.
- “There's a ton of mechanics that you wouldn't expect from a horror game, such as farming and pet management.”
- “Although minor, these mechanics add an extra layer to the game without being too tedious or the main focus.”
- “As for the game itself; it runs smoothly (albeit there are bugs), the gameplay is fun (best experienced with friends) and although I only have an hour played at the time of writing; I played the demo a fair bit prior to release.”
- “There are fewer mechanics in this game that work than there are ones that don't.”
- “While the tutorials are critical for this game to know and understand the wide variety of mechanics, if you do not complete them individually, they will continue to pop up in front of you.”
- “[h3]Bugs that have a severe impact on gameplay[/h3]”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its spooky and tense qualities, particularly in the forest setting, which evokes feelings of unease and constant vigilance. Players appreciate the combination of a comforting daytime environment that shifts to a frightening and oppressive nighttime ambiance, enhancing the overall sense of dread and suspense. The visuals contribute to a chilling experience, with elements like jump scares and unsettling character designs adding to the immersive atmosphere.
- “The atmosphere of the forest is very depressing; the nearby area can farm and raise animals, making it very comfortable, while the environment becomes tense at night.”
- “So far the game looks good; it's scary as is with the jump scares and spooky atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere of the forest is very depressing; the nearby area can farm and raise animals, which is very comfortable, but the environment becomes tense at night.”
- “The atmosphere will have you constantly checking behind you.”
- “The cat looks scarier than the whole atmosphere of the game if you pick him/her up.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game, particularly farming and resource management, to be a mixed experience. While these mechanics add depth and variety to the horror genre, they can also feel tedious, especially when playing solo, and require significant effort and learning to master. Overall, the farming elements are seen as acceptable but may detract from the main gameplay for some users.
- “Farming takes a ridiculous amount of water, and barricades serve zero purpose.”
- “It's definitely very tedious solo though.”
- “Farming is designed acceptably, but has a sharp learning curve.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as pets getting stuck, invisible entities, and players being randomly disconnected. While the core concept is promising, these technical problems make it difficult to enjoy the experience fully.
- “Overall, the game has a very good idea, but currently it is in a state where it is too buggy and glitchy to play.”
- “Enemy variety is missing, the models are boring, and the game is extremely buggy. The pets always get stuck in the walls or keep carrying the crops without storing them somewhere. Entities are invisible, and players are getting thrown out of the game randomly and can't join back unless they are invited again.”
- “Overall, the game has a very good idea, but currently it is in a state where it is too buggy and glitchy to play.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Optimization in the game is inconsistent, with users noting a mix of smooth performance and various bugs typical of early access titles. While the gameplay is enjoyable, especially in multiplayer, the presence of bugs can detract from the overall experience.
- “As for the game itself; it runs smoothly (albeit there are bugs), the gameplay is fun (best experienced with friends) and although I only have an hour played at the time of writing; I played the demo a fair bit prior to release.”
- “Optimization is still hit or miss sometimes, and a fair share of bugs, typical of early access.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Night 1+ is highly praised, with users describing it as a captivating and expressive experience that resonates deeply, akin to a heartfelt cultural anthem.
- “Night 1+ is a 'let me sing you the song of my people'.”