The Forest

The Forest is an immersive simulator in which a passenger airliner crash turns a vacation into a bloody struggle for survival in the wild. Successfully overcoming difficulties requires methodical collection of materials and construction of traps. It is better to devote daylight hours to cutting down trees, since with the onset of darkness the activity of local residents increases. The absence of mandatory tasks gives complete freedom, where the key to longevity is the control of 5 vital parameters: from hydration to energy. Eric Leblanc's personal drama is intertwined with the exploration of mysterious grottoes where traces of the activities of the Sahara Therapeutics corporation are hidden. Timmy's search for the missing forces him to encounter genetically altered creatures with a semblance of morality and family ties. Conflict with tribes in The Forest is not always inevitable, but every manifestation of human hostility provokes retaliatory violence. Effective counteraction to threats is based on: • gradual transformation of small objects into fortified coastal citadels; • searching for rare artifacts in caves and flooded tunnels; • interface adaptation for Valve Index and HTC Vive controllers; • combining sticks and stones to make protective equipment. The final stage of the story offers 2 endings, depending on the moral choice of the player in the depths of the underground complex. Unraveling the mystery of the Obelisk of the Resurrection requires not only physical strength, but also a willingness to accept the consequences of one’s actions. The environment remains a witness to the struggle for humanity, reminding us that the real monster may be the survivor himself. Artificial intelligence and non-linear storytelling make each playthrough a unique experience.