Red Forest

About

"Red Forest" is a first-person shooter game set in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, where players hunt for a mysterious and elusive creature known as Rake, while facing off against other players and dealing with weapon-dealing locals. The game features various plant and animal mutants, and promises a unique and eerie atmosphere in the Red Forest. With a backstory involving previous failed attempts to catch Rake and a dead scientist, the game offers a tense and thrilling hunting experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

34%

Audience ScoreBased on 148 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

stability14 negative mentions

The game has a creepy atmosphere that can evoke a sense of fear.
Some players found the graphics decent and appreciated the rustic woodsy theme.
There is potential for the game to improve with future updates and development.

The game is plagued with bugs, making it nearly unplayable and frustrating for users.
There is a lack of guidance or tutorial, leaving players confused about objectives and controls.
Many players reported that the game does not deliver on its premise, with the titular 'Rake' rarely appearing.

stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading many users to describe it as unplayable and unfinished. Controls are particularly problematic, and players recommend waiting for updates to address these stability issues. Despite the frustrations, some users still find enjoyment in the game despite its instability.
- “I would wait for more updates, because so far this game is extremely buggy.”
- “The game was never finished, plus it is unplayable and very buggy, and it takes ages for the rake to pop up.”
- “Controls are also very buggy.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
67%
25%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it frustrating and lacking depth, describing it as barebones and unfinished. Issues such as difficulty in navigation and limited mechanics have led to a sense of stagnation, with some players unable to progress beyond initial areas. Overall, the gameplay experience appears to be inconsistent and in need of improvement.
- “I managed to kill the rake after about 30 minutes of gameplay (not sure why nobody else could find it), but somehow never took damage once.”
- “However, the gameplay itself is problematic.”
- “Onto gameplay, it feels very barebones, unfinished, and lacking things to do.”
- “I could never figure out how to get out of the cabin in the beginning, so I could never progress more than a few minutes of gameplay (read: running around in circles in two rooms) at a time.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise them as very good and a standout feature, others criticize them as subpar, with ratings as low as 6/10. Overall, the visuals are noted to enhance the game's atmosphere, particularly in creating a scary experience.
- “Very good graphics and content, good job!”
- “The rake is scary when or if you find him, and the graphics are really good too.”
- “Graphics = bad.”
- “6/10 graphics.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The game's atmosphere is frequently praised for its creepiness and effectiveness, with many reviewers noting it as a strong point, scoring around 7/10. However, some feel that while the atmosphere is commendable, it is insufficient to elevate the overall experience of the game.
- “The atmosphere is very good.”
- “The only pro I can give it is that it does have a creepy atmosphere; the lack of the rake, however, ruins the game entirely.”
- “Atmosphere alone is not enough.”
- “It has the right atmosphere.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
63%
25%
The game's story is rated a modest 6/10, with players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative and clearer introductory elements. The overarching moral emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, suggesting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “6/10 story”
- “Also try to add some type of story element to the game or at least an intro of what to do.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for being exploitative, with users labeling it as a cash grab that lacks originality and proper credit to original creators. Players express disappointment over the absence of expected features and settings, while noting the inclusion of trading cards as a minor positive. Overall, the game is perceived as poorly executed and lacking in value.
- “The developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism, as well as a cash grab.”
- “I bought this game thinking it was another rake game, but this game has no rake, I can't find ads, the map is huge, there are no settings options, and there is a random white cube for some reason. At least I get trading cards.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is described as soothing and relaxing, providing a calming experience that allows players to feel at ease. Many users appreciate its ability to enhance their overall enjoyment and immersion in the game.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Music/sound:”