The Forest's Ultimate Trap Guide

Highlights

The Forest is a horror survival game that features a captivating storyline of a man searching for his kidnapped son on a cannibal-infested island.

In order to progress in the game, players are required to construct bases and create items, all while protecting themselves from relentless assaults by cannibals and monsters.

To aid in defense, the game provides a range of traps such as the catapult, deadfall traps, leaf pile traps, rope swing traps, and explosive wire traps.

The Forest is a captivating horror survival game that revolves around the aftermath of a plane crash on an enigmatic island. The main objective of the game is for a man to search for his kidnapped son, who has been taken by a group of cannibalistic cultists ruling alongside terrifying creatures.

As players take on the role of a random survivor, they must fend off attacks from cannibals and monsters while also constructing bases and crafting items. To unravel the main storyline and acquire additional tools, players are encouraged to venture deeper into the island's numerous caves. Often overlooked, the game offers a wide array of traps that can effectively safeguard player bases from enemy assaults, particularly when cooperation amongst players is at its peak.

7. The Catapult

Although not technically a trap, the catapult in The Forest is an incredibly enjoyable tool that cannot be relocated for offensive purposes. Consequently, players typically construct it at their own base to serve as a defensive measure, alongside other traps and walls.

Mastering the catapult can be quite challenging, particularly due to the difficulty of aiming. However, in the later stages of the game, players may face numerous enemies approaching their base simultaneously. As a result, the catapult becomes a valuable asset, but it is advisable to experiment and determine the most effective projectiles. Molotov cocktails are often a good starting choice, provided players have access to an ample supply of alcohol and cloth.

6. Deadfall Traps

The Deadfall Trap is a simple trap that requires only a few sticks and logs to construct. It is perfect for early in the game when players have limited materials. When triggered, the trap will drop a log on enemies, providing a reliable and effective defense. It cannot be triggered by animals, climbed on, or destroyed by them. Recent updates have made the trap even more effective, preventing enemies from passing through unharmed and increasing the overall damage inflicted.

5. Leaf Pile Trap

Using fire is one of the most efficient ways to harm enemies in The Forest. Molotov Cocktails, a can of hairspray and a lighter, or any other method of burning enemies, can be incredibly valuable. This is especially true when dealing with boss creatures that have a substantial amount of health. To counter these specific creatures, the leaf pile trap is an excellent form of defense.

Typically positioned in front of a gate or wall, players can wait for enemies to surround them. By utilizing a Molotov or any other fiery method, they can ignite the leaves and set the entire trap ablaze. This will inflict significant fire damage upon the enemies. What makes this trap particularly effective is its simplicity, as it only requires leaves for construction. It is one of the easiest traps to use, especially if players can lure enemies to step onto the leaves.

4. Rope Swing Trap

One popular and entertaining trap to implement is the rope swing, although it does have one major drawback. To construct the swing, it is necessary to have an existing tree available, which could pose a challenge for players who have established their base in areas without many nearby trees or have already cut down all the trees in their vicinity.

To build the rope swing, several logs, rocks, and a single rope are required, and it can be reloaded multiple times using just a single stick. When activated, it releases a spiked rock that instantly eliminates any cannibals located beneath it. This particular feature is one of the reasons why The Forest is rated as a mature game. With subsequent updates to the game, this trap has been enhanced and is now considered one of the most lethal options available.

3. The Noose

The Noose, despite its morbid nature, is an effective and convenient freestanding trap that can be constructed using minimal resources - a couple of sticks, a few logs, and a single rope. It guarantees successful capture and suspension of any unsuspecting enemy who happens to walk into it, showcasing the realism found in The Forest.

Its immense value lies in its functionality. However, it is important to note that the noose merely immobilizes the caught cannibal by suspending them upside down; it does not result in their death. For players seeking to study the behavior of these creatures or desiring to personally eliminate them, the noose proves to be the ideal trap.

2. Explosive Wires

The explosive wire traps are incredibly effective in alerting players to approaching enemies and causing them harm. These traps offer various straightforward methods for players to activate a device using a simple wire when enemies cross over it.

Although players cannot predict the exact path an enemy will take, if there are specific areas that enemies tend to frequent before approaching the player's base, incorporating an explosive wire trap with a Molotov or bomb can create a significant disturbance, potentially deterring an attack and potentially eliminating multiple enemies at once. Strategically setting these traps to capture enemies is one of the most thrilling aspects of this game.

1. Happy Birthday Trap

This trap is undoubtedly the most effective in the entire game, offering a sinister way to eliminate enemies in The Forest. Players must exercise caution while moving around their base, as a Happy Birthday trap can be deadly. However, deploying multiple traps can easily dispatch numerous foes. Constructing this trap requires twenty sticks, as well as a few ropes, rocks, and logs, making it one of the more complex designs, but the effort invested is well rewarded.

Happy Birthday traps guarantee the demise of any cannibal unfortunate enough to stumble into them. They are also easily enticed towards attackers and can be reset repeatedly. These traps are impervious to destruction by cannibals, making them an ideal choice for fortifying base walls and confounding and exterminating enemies. Indeed, Happy Birthday traps stand as one of the most formidable assets in The Forest.

The Forest

Platform(s) PC, PS4Released April 30, 2018Developer(s) Endnight GamesGenre(s) Survival Horror