Within a Deep Forest

Within a Deep Forest is a charming platform adventure from Nicklas Nygren, better known for creating games with distinctive mechanics and a strong sense of atmosphere. The game places you in a strange underground world where exploration, platforming and unusual forms of movement are central to the experience. Rather than simply running and jumping like a conventional hero, the game uses a distinctive transformation mechanic that changes how you interact with the environment. Its colorful graphics and atmospheric presentation give the adventure a surprisingly memorable personality despite its modest scale. There are secrets to discover, obstacles to overcome and plenty of opportunities to learn how the world works. It is a lovely example of experimental freeware design, where an unusual idea can matter more than having a gigantic development budget.