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- $19.99
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- April 30, 2018
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How co-op works
Online survival co-op for up to eight players in the same forest. The group gathers food and materials, builds shelters, traps, and defenses, explores cave networks, crafts tools and weapons, and protects the camp from mutant attacks.
About this game
The Forest drops players into a mysterious wooded peninsula after a devastating plane crash, where the goal is simple: survive against horrifying cannibalistic mutants and mysterious creatures. This is true cooperative survival horror, letting you and up to seven friends work together to stay alive in a hostile, dynamic world.
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Gather resources to craft weapons, construct elaborate bases, and explore caves filled with danger. The building system is deep and flexible, encouraging teams to fortify against nightly raids while managing hunger, health, and sanity. Co-op amplifies the tension, whether you're defending your camp during a coordinated assault or venturing into the dark with friends watching your back.
The Forest supports online co-op and LAN play, making it perfect for groups who thrive under pressure and enjoy communication-heavy teamwork. Sessions blend base-building downtime with sudden terror, creating memorable moments of panic and triumph as you piece together the island's secrets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can team up in co-op?
The Forest supports up to 8 players total in online co-op or LAN play, so you can survive with up to seven friends at once.
Can we build a base together in co-op?
Yes, cooperative building is a core feature. Your team can gather resources and construct shelters, fortifications, and elaborate bases together to defend against mutant raids.
Is voice communication important for this game?
Absolutely. The Forest is communication-heavy teamwork, especially during coordinated base defense or when exploring dangerous caves. You'll want to stay in contact to survive the sudden attacks and coordinate your strategies.
Does everyone need to stay together, or can we split up?
You can split up to gather resources or explore different areas, though the game gets significantly scarier when you're separated. Many players stick together when venturing into caves or defending against mutant assaults.
Is there a story we can complete together in co-op?
Yes, there's a narrative about piecing together the island's secrets that you can experience cooperatively.