The Forest Cathedral coming to PS5 on October 31 [Update 2: November 7]
First-person environmental thriller currently available for Xbox Series and PC.
Publisher Whitethorn Games and developer Brian Wilson will release first-person environmental thriller The Forest Cathedral for PlayStation 5 on October 31, the companies announced.
The Forest Catherdal first launched for Xbox Series and PC via Steam on March 14.
Here is an overview of the game, via Whitethorn Games:
About
Inspired by the events surrounding real-life scientist Rachel Carson’s investigation of the harmful pesticide known as DDT, The Forest Cathedral is a dramatic reimagining of Carson’s environmental science book Silent Spring. Players will take on the role of Rachel, who has embarked on a field research biologist position on a mysterious island. While completing her weekly tasks, she quickly realizes things aren’t as they seem. Players will slowly uncover the horrific effects of the pesticide using advanced environmental technology to complete puzzles that weave together 3D exploration with 2D platforming. What secrets will Rachel discover on this island? Many will try to silence her, but the truth always finds a way.
Key Features
- Hey, Little Man – Switch control between Rachel Carson in the 3D world and the Little Man inside the 2D world of her advanced environmental scanning tools in order to solve puzzles and platforming challenges
- Nature in Peril – Explore a meticulously crafted forested island, dense with trees, animals, fish, and insects, all impacted by the dangerous effects of DDT.
- The Sound of the Silence – The game features a fully voiced narrative to invest players in the harrowing history of the attempted silencing of Rachel Carson, backed by an enchanting original soundtrack
Watch a new trailer below.
PlayStation 5 Release Date Trailer
Update 10/30/23: The PlayStation 5 version of The Forest Cathedral has been delayed due to “circumstances beyond [the publisher’s] control.” A new release date will be announced soon.
Update 10/31/23: Whitethorn Games has announced the PlayStation 5 version of The Forest Cathedral will now launch on November 7.