Forest Asylum

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Forest Asylum is a single player puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by Michal Piotrowski and was released on March 3, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Forest Asylum is a psychological horror game where you explore an abandoned mental asylum, uncovering dark secrets hidden in its depths. Solve diverse puzzles to progress the story and discover why you are trapped within this eerie place. The experience is atmospheric, short, and presented through haunting imagery without needing any language skills.

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

emotional3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers clever puzzles that challenge players and encourage critical thinking.
It has a spooky atmosphere with effective jump scares that enhance the overall experience.
At its low price point, the game provides good value for the entertainment it offers.

The game can be too dark, making it difficult to see clues and navigate effectively.
Some puzzles may feel frustrating or illogical, leading to a sense of confusion.
The game is quite short, leaving some players wanting more content and backstory.

atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its creepy and suspenseful qualities, effectively keeping players on edge. Many reviewers highlight the detailed ambiance and music that enhance the spooky experience, making it particularly enjoyable for those who appreciate a chilling atmosphere while solving puzzles. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's appeal, especially when played in a dark setting.
- “I enjoyed this game quite a bit; the ambient atmosphere kept me on my toes the entire time!”
- “Great atmosphere gives it a nice spooky feeling with the scares it gives you too.”
- “Great game, I got scared a few times; it keeps you in suspense all the time, with very nice music and a great atmosphere.”
- “Very short game with a creepy atmosphere!”
- “The atmosphere is spooky.”
- “If you like a creepy atmosphere with a few puzzles, you should try it out.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its uniqueness and difficulty, though some users find the sound effects distracting. There are suggestions for a longer game experience, ideally around two hours, with fewer puzzles while maintaining the same level of challenge.
- “Gameplay is good, but the sound effects are a little bit annoying.”
- “Maybe the developer should create a bigger game, around 2 hours of gameplay, but with fewer puzzles while maintaining the same difficulty and uniqueness as this game.”
- “Maybe the developer should create a larger game with around 2 hours of gameplay, but with fewer puzzles while maintaining the same level of difficulty and uniqueness as this game.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive at times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the atmosphere, contributing to a sense of suspense and fear. Reviewers note that the dark vibes of the soundtrack effectively complement the jump scares, creating an immersive experience. Overall, the music significantly elevates the game's tension and ambiance.
- “Great game! I got scared a few times; it keeps you in suspense all the time. The music is very nice and creates a great atmosphere.”
- “The vibes and music were dark, and the jump scares were great! I hope they make it longer; it would be good to have more gameplay of it.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality of the music is poor, and it often feels out of sync with the gameplay.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight that the emotional impact of the game extends beyond mere feelings, engaging players on physical and mental levels as well. This multifaceted approach enhances the overall experience, making it deeply resonant and immersive.
- “The game evokes a deep emotional response that resonates with players on multiple levels.”
- “It’s not just an emotional journey; it’s a profound experience that stays with you long after you finish.”
- “The characters' struggles and triumphs hit home, making you feel every moment intensely.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is noted for lacking depth, particularly in the backstory and lore surrounding the asylum, though there is hope that these elements are addressed in the sequel.
- “I would have loved to see some more backstory and lore on the asylum, but I'm sure they fixed that in the sequel.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its solid performance and appealing visuals, indicating effective optimization.
- “Solid performance and looked really nice.”