Eyes of the Forest
Reclamation · 2026 · Exploration, Action-Adventure, 3D, Third Person, Horror
PC
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About Eyes of the Forest
Eyes of the Forest is a third-person stealth adventure set in a quiet, post-human woodland where survival depends on patience, observation, and restraint. You play as Thistle, a small mouse navigating a world reclaimed by nature, guided by Russel, an older and more experienced companion who understands the forest’s dangers. Towering ruins, tangled roots, and dimly lit paths create an environment where every movement matters and safety is never guaranteed.
Rather than relying on combat, the game emphasizes careful traversal, environmental awareness, and creative problem-solving. Players must read the terrain, manage light and sound, and move deliberately through spaces designed to feel intimate yet threatening. Russel’s presence shapes the journey, offering guidance and context as the world slowly reveals traces of the past through environmental storytelling.
With a grounded sense of scale and atmosphere, Eyes of the Forest builds tension through vulnerability rather than power. Each encounter rewards patience and curiosity, encouraging players to think carefully about how they move, hide, and survive as Thistle follows Russel deeper into the forest.
- Play as Thistle, a small mouse navigating a dangerous, post-human forest
- Stealth-driven gameplay focused on movement, visibility, and sound
- A guided journey alongside Russel that shapes exploration and pacing
- Atmospheric environments rich with environmental storytelling
- Non-combat encounters that reward patience and observation
This game was developed as a student project at DigiPen Institute of Technology and was created for educational purposes only. Please check out our publisher page for more information.
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✦ AI summary
Eyes of the Forest is praised by players for its beautiful visuals and immersive atmosphere, particularly when played with a controller and headphones. However, some players express confusion or disappointment about character-related narrative elements, and performance issues are a concern for certain configurations.
Some fun facts about Eyes of the Forest: You can play with WASD controls, or you can connect an Xbox controller, and play on the sticks! It's very smooth and immersive. I recommend playing this way if possible, and with headphones! There are brightness, and audio slider settings in the menu. You can also set a preferred resolution to play on. It is technically possible to complete the game without using the slingshot or sprinting, if you're after a challenge! This project was developed over two years, with 26 contributing student devs on team Reclamation. If you're having issues with performance, try playing on a lower resolution, closing background apps, and always make sure your drivers are updated! As one of the game designers who worked on Eyes of the Forest, thank you for playing our game! We hope you connected with Thistle & Russel's journey, and the dark fantastical world of the featherwood we crafted. Cheers!6 found this helpful
Good short little game and played even better for me after a few tweaks (see Discussions). Would be nice to see some additional levels though to make the game 2 or 3x longer.3 found this helpful
Had a very fun time playing this one! A bit clunky but otherwise a very enjoyable experience!! The characters are so lovable and I found myself wishing the story went on longer. 10/10 give it a chance guys :D3 found this helpful
Very great short game. Nice graphics and good story. The - is that it is too short2 found this helpful
WHAT TF HAPPENED TO MY GUY RUSSEL2 found this helpful
Very pwetty game!1 found this helpful
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