The Forest Quartet (2022)

The Forest Quartet is a 3D narrative puzzler about a gone, but not forgotten, lead singer. Play her spirit and travel through 3 acts unique to the members of her band for a final farewell concert. Face their emotions, solve puzzles and fight the corruption plaguing their souls.

Music Puzzle Adventure Indie narration story rich colorfulPlayStation 4, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch

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Grave, earnest, contemporary and intimate.

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TheSixthAxisAdrian BurrowsJan 20238/10
The Forest Quartet is a gorgeously emotive game, one that explores the complex emotion of grief with empathy, nuance, and understanding. This jazz-inspired puzzle game is an experience to be relished, one that will live long in the memory.
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GuardianTom ReganDec 20224/5 stars
Three musicians pick up the emotional and practical pieces after their singer dies in this comforting and warm game of fiendish headscratchers with a phenomenal soundtrack
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Hey Poor PlayerCory ClarkDec 20224/5
The Forest Quartet will get you into the swing of things. While I do wish The Forest Quartet would’ve pushed itself just a bit farther in the gameplay department, and the whole experience winds up on the criminally short side, it doesn’t fail to impress with what is there. With likeable and interesting characters, a soft but smooth graphical design, and a superbly soulful soundtrack, this is a short but sweet tale well worth saving for that rainy afternoon when you need a little comfort game.
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New Game NetworkAlex VarankouDec 202265/100
The Forest Quartet is a nicely atmospheric puzzle game that is over a bit too quickly and doesn't live up to its musical inclinations.
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COGconnectedJaz SagooDec 202270/100
The Forest Quartet is a wonderful title that is creative in its approach to telling a touching story. The aesthetics and score blend perfectly to take you on an ethereal journey. Even though it is very short and the puzzles are straightforward, it manages to deliver a memorable experience.
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About the game

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Bedtime Digital Games, Mads & Friends
Publisher: Bedtime Digital Games, Mads & Friends
Released: December 8, 2022
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Engine: Unity
Time to beat: 2 h completionist

IGDB rating 6.8/10 from 10 ratings.

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