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Sons Of The Forest
Action
Adventure
Indie
Simulation
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Sent to find a missing billionaire on a remote island, you find yourself in a cannibal-infested hellscape. Craft, build, and struggle to survive, alone or with friends, in this terrifying new open-world survival horror simulator.

Developers: Endnight Games Ltd
Publishers: Newnight
Release Date: Feb 22, 2024
Price (USD): $29.99
Current Players: 42k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(88%)
immersive atmosphere
building mechanics
multiplayer experience
visuals
variety of enemies
horror elements
building system
survival elements
technical issues
poor optimization
weak story
AI behavior
empty map
The general sentiment about the game is mostly positive with immersive atmosphere and survival mechanics being highly praised. Players enjoy the multiplayer experience and the visual presentation. However, technical issues such as crashes and optimization problems contribute negatively to the experience. The story and its lack of depth, along with mixed feelings on the horror elements, highlight some areas in need of improvement. Overall, while the game is seen as beautiful and fun to play with friends, issues with stability and content may detract from the solo experience.

Positive Points

  • The game offers an immersive and beautiful atmosphere which many players find captivating.
  • Players praised the detailed and engaging survival mechanics, especially the building system.
  • Multiplayer experience is highlighted as particularly enjoyable, adding to the cooperative play.
  • The variety of enemies is appreciated, with different strategies needed to combat them.
  • Graphics and environmental details were mentioned as being visually stunning and contributing to the overall experience.

    • Negative Points

  • Several players experienced technical issues such as frequent crashes and poor optimization.
  • The game's story and its ending were considered weak and lacking in depth or coherence by several reviewers.
  • Some reviews mention the game feeling empty or having a lack of content in its large map.
  • Many players criticized the AI behavior, particularly with companions like Kelvin, and the limited mechanics they offer.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's horror elements received mixed feedback, with some finding it intense while others felt it was underwhelming.
  • Building was both praised for its creativity and criticized for being tedious or 'janky'.
  • The inclusion and execution of survival elements like hunger and health received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the mechanics, while others found them inadequate.

    • Common Themes

  • The theme of immersion and atmosphere is frequently noted, often as a positive aspect of the game.
  • Multiplayer play is a significant part of the game’s appeal, with many players enjoying the cooperative aspect.
  • Technical performance is a common issue, with optimization and stability being problematic.
    • Updated 12/24/2025, 12:01:25 AM UTC
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