Forever Forest

What Is Forever Forest?

Forever Forest is a short yet atmospheric RPG designed for Nintendo Game Boy with GB Studio. Drawing upon a dark and weird fantasy idea, about an hour of gameplay offers a melancholy yet fascinatingly absorbing experience. Developed by Timo S. Ipach (Juraturn- Retrogames), it first served as a technical test before morphing into a small, yet memorable adventure. It may have simple grind mechanics, but its allure lies deeply inside the grim story of the forest and strange characters you meet.

How to Play

• Movement: Arrow Keys
• Interact/Confirm: Z (A button)
• Cancel/Menu: X (B button)
• Pause/Start Menu: Enter/Return (START)
• Toggle Options: Shift (SELECT)

Note: Forever Forest has no sound at all, focusing on its visuals and storytelling.

Hints & Tips

• Talk to Everyone: The soul of the game is its characters—the more you speak with the strange inhabitants of the forest, the better.
• Embrace the Grind: The combat is simplistic; however, it is one of the few ways to advance, so embrace it.
• Focus on the Atmosphere: The eerie mood of the game is purposeful—let yourself sink in.

Background

Designed initially as a test to see whether GB Studio could support the making of an RPG, Forever Forest grew into a passion project for its developer. Timo S. Ipach fell much in adoration for the dark and oppressive setting, configuring it into a compact but impactful experience. Although brief, it imbues the player with an enduring impression of gloomy storytelling coupled with a retro feel.

Why Play Forever Forest?

Nostalgic for atmospheric gem RPGs, one must never miss the slim Forever Forest! It is a strong argument that connects those small projects that can brighten the mood on the Game Boy. Perfect for a short play when in the mood for something haunting yet engaging.

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Play Forever Forest on your Mobile

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You can enjoy this game on mobile and tablet(such as iPhone, IPad, and Android device)