The Forest Cathedral, the Silent Spring-Inspired Environmental Thriller, Coming to PlayStation 5 Next Week!
Get ready to uncover the truth behind one of history’s most notorious pesticides. On October 31st, developer Brian Wilson’s Silent Spring-inspired environmental thriller, The Forest Cathedral, debuts on PlayStation 5!
A dramatic reimaging of the events surrounding real-life scientist Rachel Carson’s investigation of the harmful pesticide known as DDT, The Forest Cathedral is inspired by 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 of The Forest Cathedral include:
- 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.
The Forest Cathedral is available on Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, the EPIC Games Store, and Humble Bundle for $14.99 USD. The game will be available on PlayStation 5 on October 31, 2023.
