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The Deer

The Agilevak, otherwise known as The Deer, has taken over Grapeberry State Park. Take on the role of a regular Deer hunter or an experienced Bigfoot hunter and discover the truth in this twisted horror adventure that is, The Deer.

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Developer
Dodo Digital
Publisher
Dodo Digital
Release
December 16, 2019
6 years and 231 days ago
Steam Reviews
Mixed95 reviews69.5%

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About the Game

Key Features!

  • 3 different modes to choose from: Origins, Story, and Rudolph's Revenge.
  • Highly detailed map inspired by the Colorado wilderness.
  • Enemy is inspired by real life legends such as the Skinwalker and Wendigo.
  • Steam Achievements.

Origins Mode

Take on the role of deer hunter, Mark Owens, in this mode which takes place years before story mode where you will have to prevent the curse of the Agilevak from taking over Grapeberry State Park.
  • Dynamic Gameplay with Player, Enemy, and Item spawns changing every time you play.
  • Collect the Totems while avoiding the Agilevak.
  • Avoidable AI.

Story Mode

Take on the role of bigfoot hunter, Anthony Grant, with your partner, Chad Foster, in this longer mode where you will uncover the truth of the real reason why Grapeberry State Park closed down a year ago.
  • Companion: Chad Foster.
  • 4 Different Endings.
  • 7 Collectibles that unlock an achievement when found.

Rudolph's Revenge Mode

Help save Christmas in this mode before Rudolph takes his revenge!
  • Collect 7 presents.
  • Rudolph skin for The Deer.
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