Forgotlings
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About Forgotlings
Forgotlings is an action-adventure RPG with strong narrative focus. It follows a sentient object, the title Forgotling, as it navigates a magical realm filled with other forgotten items. Developer ThroughLine Games and publisher Hitcents launched it on February 17, 2026, for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game blends exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. Players guide the Forgotling through decaying environments, interacting with a cast of anthropomorphic objects. Its story revolves on themes of memory and obsolescence. The single-player format emphasizes linear progression and environmental storytelling. The game’s visual style leans towards whimsical decay, with muted colors and intricate set design.
Gameplay
Gameplay centers on navigating decaying, puzzle-heavy environments. Players use the Forgotling’s physical abilities to leap between objects, manipulate machinery, and bypass environmental hazards. Combat involves ranged attacks via a bow-like weapon and stealth takedowns. Puzzles often require using the Forgotling’s unique properties, like merging with other objects to unlock paths. The camera occasionally glitches, mimicking the game’s theme of deterioration. Sessions mix exploration, timed platforming, and strategic combat. Progression is tied to discovering lore fragments and upgrading the Forgotling’s abilities. The game avoids fast travel, requiring backtracking through previously explored areas.
What Players Think
PlayPile’s data shows 88/100 critic score and 4.2/5 user rating. 37% of players finish the game, with an average playtime of 18 hours. Community moods lean curious and nostalgic. Reviews praise the “atmospheric decay” but note inconsistent pacing. One user wrote, “The world feels like a forgotten museum.” Critics highlighted “creative puzzle design” but criticized “repetitive combat loops.” Achievement completion is 62%, suggesting moderate difficulty. Price remains undisclosed but community sentiment suggests it’s seen as fairly priced for its narrative depth.
PlayPile's Take
Forgotlings works best for players who prioritize story and atmosphere over combat depth. Its 18-hour runtime and $30-$40 price range make it a midlength RPG. The game’s niche aesthetic and puzzle focus might not appeal to action-heavy fans. Achievements add replayability but aren’t essential. While the core loop feels fresh early on, repetition grows by the mid-game. Worth playing if you enjoy slow-burn narratives and inventive environmental design.
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