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Heart of the Forest - OUT NOW

[p]Wales Interactive & Trapped Predator are excited to announce that Heart of the Forest, an interactive psychological horror is OUT NOW on PC, PS5, PS4, Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android. Please check out a brand new launch trailer... [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Can you survive the corruption of the Black Forest?[/p][p][/p][p]On an ill-fated hiking trip through the Black Forest, a mismatched group of students fall under the spell of a vengeful spirit trapped deep inside the woods. Now they must fight for their survival while trying to escape its corrupting influence. [/p][p][/p][p]Haunted by fear, trauma, and secrets of the past, each character is pushed to their breaking point, and their survival depends on your choices in this interactive psychological horror story by Germany-based indie studio, Trapped Predator. [/p][p][/p][p]As the events unfold, the members of the group find themselves confronted with their deepest fears and the shadows of their past. Who will survive? Help the protagonists stay alive during their horrific journey through the woods.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
  • [p]A HAUNTING TRIP INTO THE BLACK FOREST  [/p][p]Experience a thrilling story inspired by German folklore.  Join the characters on their ill-fated hike into the mysterious yet beautiful Black Forest, the backdrop of many myths and legends. [/p][p][/p]
  • [p]YOUR DECISIONS MATTER [/p][p]Who will survive? Help the protagonists stay alive during their horrific journey through the woods. Try not to get corrupted and fall prey to the dark powers lurking inside the forest. [/p][p][/p]
  • [p]MULTIPLE POVs [/p][p]Follow the story of multiple characters as the POV switches throughout the game for you to shape the story through their eyes. [/p]
[p][/p][p][/p][p]The Cast & Crew at Trapped Predator are so excited for you to experience their first interactive title![/p][p][/p][h3]"Heart of the Forest is our modern take on German folklore set in the mysterious Black Forest. In our debut title, we invite you to join our four protagonists on a chilling journey into their darkest nightmares. See you inside the forest!"[/h3][p][/p][p]Heart of the Forest is priced at $12.99/€12.99/£9.99 and has a launch discount of 10%[/p][p][/p][p]Heart of the Forest was developed by Trapped Predator and published by Wales Interactive. After playing, why not join us over on the FMV Discord?[/p]

Heart of the Forest - Q&A

[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h3]Together with Trapped Predator, we scoured Discord and socials for questions about Heart of the Forest, and now you have the answers. If you want a peek behind the scenes into making an FMV/ interactive movie, check out the fully uploaded Q&A. [/h3][h3][/h3][h3]Heart of the Forest launches this Thursday 12th February! [/h3]

Heart of the Forest - Launch Date Revealed

[p]Wales Interactive & Trapped Predator are proud to announce that Heart of the Forest, an interactive psychological horror is coming to PC, PS5, PS4, Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android on 12th February 2026.[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Something stirs deep within the forest...[/p][p][/p][p]On an ill-fated hiking trip through the Black Forest, a mismatched group of students fall under the spell of a vengeful spirit trapped deep inside the woods. Now they must fight for their survival while trying to escape its corrupting influence. [/p][p][/p][p]Haunted by fear, trauma, and secrets of the past, each character is pushed to their breaking point, and their survival depends on your choices in this interactive psychological horror story by Germany-based indie studio, Trapped Predator. [/p][p][/p][p]As the events unfold, the members of the group find themselves confronted with their deepest fears and the shadows of their past. Who will survive? Help the protagonists stay alive during their horrific journey through the woods.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]
  • [p]A HAUNTING TRIP INTO THE BLACK FOREST  [/p][p]Experience a thrilling story inspired by German folklore.  Join the characters on their ill-fated hike into the mysterious yet beautiful Black Forest, the backdrop of many myths and legends. [/p][p][/p]
  • [p]YOUR DECISIONS MATTER [/p][p]Who will survive? Help the protagonists stay alive during their horrific journey through the woods. Try not to get corrupted and fall prey to the dark powers lurking inside the forest. [/p][p][/p]
  • [p]MULTIPLE POVs [/p][p]Follow the story of multiple characters as the POV switches throughout the game for you to shape the story through their eyes. [/p]
[p][/p][p][/p][p]A message from the team at Trapped Predator... [/p][p][/p]
[p]Heart of the Forest is our modern take on German folklore set in the mysterious Black Forest. In our debut title, we invite you to join our four protagonists on a chilling journey into their darkest nightmares. See you inside the forest![/p]
[p][/p][p]Heart of the Forest was developed by Trapped Predator and will be published by Wales Interactive. Wishlist Heart of the Forest now and join us over on the FMV Discord to chat with likeminded fans. [/p]

Heart of the Forest - Reveal Trailer

[p]Wales Interactive & Trapped Predator are proud to announce that Heart of the Forest, an interactive psychological horror is coming to PC, PS5, PS4, Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android in Q1 2026. Take a look at the brand new reveal trailer that featured in The Horror Game Awards - Halloween Showcase. [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Heart of the Forest was developed by Trapped Predator and will be published by Wales Interactive. Wishlist Heart of the Forest now and join us over on the FMV Discord to chat with likeminded fans. [/p]