The Forestale
- April 11, 2019
- Yorzh Aleksey
Get on SteamThe Forestale is a platformer in old-school 3D style of the 2000s. The developer was inspired by masterpieces of the PS1 and Nintendo 64 era.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features bright, juicy graphics and skillfully crafted, non-linear levels that encourage exploration and contain many secrets.
- The gameplay is engaging with an interesting skill upgrade system that allows players to enhance their character through exploration and in-game purchases.
- It successfully evokes nostalgia for classic platformers, providing a fun experience reminiscent of childhood gaming.
- The physics of the main character are not well-implemented, making the controls feel clunky and difficult to master initially.
- The game can be overly punishing, with limited health and challenging difficulty even on the easiest mode, which may frustrate casual players.
- The plot is underdeveloped, losing intrigue as the game progresses and ultimately feeling simplistic.
- graphics8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in "The Forestale" are consistently praised for their bright, vibrant visuals and skillful design, enhancing the overall platforming experience. Similarly, the gzdoom-based game is noted for its appealing graphics, which complement its straightforward controls and unique boss battles. Overall, both games feature visually engaging environments that contribute positively to their gameplay.
“The forestale is a fun platformer with bright, juicy graphics and skillfully crafted levels.”
“Graphics: the main part of the game world is drawn beautifully and brightly.”
“We have a decent platformer with interesting gameplay and nice graphics.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as interesting and engaging, particularly within the context of a decent platformer that features appealing graphics. Overall, players appreciate the creativity and execution of the gameplay mechanics.
“The author has definitely managed to create an interesting gameplay.”
“We have a decent platformer with interesting gameplay and nice graphics.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story begins with an intriguing premise but quickly loses momentum, becoming almost nonexistent as the game progresses. While the conclusion reveals a fantastical plot twist, it is ultimately criticized for being overly simplistic.
“In the end, it turns out that the plot is mega-fantastic, but at the same time too primitive.”
“In the beginning, there is an intrigue, but then the plot leaves the game; it is almost gone.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised as great and fun, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“Great, fun music.”
