The asymmetrical horror genre has exploded in recent years.
One name dedicated players may recall isLast Year: The Nightmare.
In some alternate universe, it might today be DBD’s biggest competitor.
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But a slew of unfortunate circumstances led to the game never quite establishing a solid foundation.
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Combined, these unfortunate missteps ultimately killed the studio, Elastic Games.
Forest Hills: The Last Year is made under the assumption that such a future is still possible.
The team isn’t running from the name.
“But in addition to that, it’sForest Hills: The Last Year.
We are expanding; it’s not just a school anymore.
It’s a town.
There are multiple locations you’ve got the option to explore.
It’s not just a singular instance of play.
It’s an entire world now.”
In terms of mechanics, atmosphere, and objectives, there really is a lot of variety.
So what sets Forest Hills apart?
Eyler didn’t cite specifics, but seasoned players are likely familiar with toxicity in the genre.
Dead By Daylight’s community has a reputation for being hostile and “sweaty.”
“We’re leaning into that humor [and] levity.
The team hopes these mechanics may also lend themselves to fostering a healthier, happier community of horror fans.
“We’re trying to encourage people to work together, “she continued.
If I’m not killing them, it means I’m bad.
So I have to do whatever it takes to tear them down.
And this isn’t about tearing people down.
This is about having fun.
That crafting system is uncommon in this genre, and it’s joined by other uncommon or unique mechanics.
For players controlling the villain, they’ll be able to swap among a few different killers mid-round.
Just when you think it’s dead and gone, it’s resurrected and bloodthirsty once more.
Forest Hills: The Last Year iscoming to Steamon October 22, with a console launch planned for 2025.
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