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The Forbidden Forest

Jump, dash, and climb through a vibrant wilderness as three playable characters in this action-adventure metroidvania. Explore a sprawling interconnected map, master unique abilities, and face powerful foes, all while uncovering the mysteries of this war-stricken world and one special cub.

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Stone Studios
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Stone Studios
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About the Game

Looming high above Wildeland, a deadly threat emerges. A civilization glows brighter than the sun, destroying all in its path, the Hive. Who could rise to challenge this enemy?

The Forbidden Forest is a pixel-art metroidvania videogame, set in a vibrant but mysterious world. Jump, swim, and climb through lush forests, deep oceans, and ruined cities, as you master unique abilities, battle dangerous enemies, and chart a sprawling interconnected world. Meet powerful allies and fierce adversaries as you uncover the world’s deepest mysteries. Who is this Cub? Who are the bees?

Why does a world's fate rest on a child's shoulders?

Chart a huge metroidvania landscape, with over 25 unique areas to explore, over 30 unique badges to equip, and over 40 challenging and engaging bosses to vanquish. Meet unique characters and learn the mysteries of a world on the edge of collapse. 

Game Features:

  • Metroidvania non-linear exploration

  • Tight controls and quick, snappy movement

  • 3 playable characters, with unique moves, powers, and encounters

  • Over 15 powerful abilities to unlock

  • Over 30 badges to enhance combat and traversal

  • Dozens of creatures and characters to meet

  • Over 40 gripping boss battle encounters

  • 1 special cub to save a dying land

With a lively, upbeat score, and expressive animation, The Forbidden Forest delivers an impactful adventure with a deep and powerful story.

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