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May 16, 2018Primary Orbit60/100

Explore a dense, procedurally generated forest as Mylne, a young apothecary's assistant. Survival is key in this open-world, 3D environment.

The Forest Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Dual-Core 2.4, NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT, 4 GB RAM. Recommended: 4 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 7
Processor
Intel Dual-Core 2.4 GHzCPU Deals
RAM
4 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce 8800GTGPU Deals
DirectX
Version 9.0
Storage
5 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 7
Processor
Quad Core ProcessorCPU Deals
RAM
4 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560GPU Deals
DirectX
Version 9.0
Storage
5 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for The Forest

#1

Lower shadow quality for a big FPS boost.

#2

Reduce draw distance to improve performance.

#3

Close background apps while playing.

#4

Update your graphics drivers for optimal performance.

The Forest System Requirements FAQ

Can I run The Forest on a low-end PC?
If your PC meets the minimum requirements (Intel Dual-Core 2.4 GHz, NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT, 4 GB RAM), you should be able to run The Forest at lower settings. Performance may vary.
What GPU do I need for The Forest?
The minimum GPU is an NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT. For better performance, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 or better is recommended.
How much RAM does The Forest need?
The Forest requires at least 4 GB of RAM. More RAM may improve performance, especially with higher graphics settings.
Will The Forest run on integrated graphics?
Running The Forest on integrated graphics is not recommended. You'll likely experience very low framerates and graphical issues. A dedicated GPU is highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for The Forest?
Experiment with the graphics settings! Start with 'Medium' and adjust upwards or downwards based on your performance. Lowering shadows and draw distance can significantly improve FPS.
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The Forest Game Info

Developer

Primary Orbit

Publisher

Primary Orbit

Release Date

May 16, 2018

Platforms

PC (Microsoft Windows)

Genres

Role-playing (RPG)AdventureIndie

Game Modes

  • Single player
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The Forest Screenshots

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