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Ruins of the Forgotten:  A Wild Survival

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Ruins of the Forgotten: A Wild Survival

2 Dude Studios · Published by 2 Dude Studios

Content notice: Player spawn with basic clothing (no nudity) Player can hunt or kill animals to survive Player will encounter gore enemies in night Player will kill other NPC for survival.

Last updated 28 Sept 2026

Discover an open-world survival game that divides animals into two factions. While crafting, building, and taming animals, explore the forgotten ruins. Do whatever it takes to last another night and solve the mystery surrounding animal factions.

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Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy, Early Access · 2026 · More free games

Embark on a wild survival journey where you craft, build, and divide animals into factions. Uncover mysteries within the open-world of Ruins of the Forgotten, an action-adventure experience by 2 Dude Studios.

About this game

Game Overview

Play the role of a forest ranger who finds herself stranded in a jungle that has undergone a mysterious anomaly while on an animal tagging mission. As night falls, a mystical energy turns the once-peaceful wildlife into dangerous threats. In this open-world survival game, you must manage your thirst, hunger, and health while uncovering the secrets of the jungle.

Your Mission

Survive the jungle, discover ancient ruins, and collect emeralds ("Manis") tied to the anomaly. Build a strong base, seek help from animals, and face powerful enemies to unlock the truth behind the jungle’s transformation.

Key Features


🌿 Survival, Build, Craft

You start wounded and stranded in a dangerous open-world jungle, now warped by a supernatural anomaly. Managing vital resources—hunger, thirst, and health—is key to surviving in this survival horror environment. Scavenge for resources, craft tools, and build a secure base to protect yourself from the many threats lurking in the darkness.

🦌 Wildlife Interaction and Allies

The anomaly has turned once-peaceful animals into unpredictable threats. As you explore the haunting environments of the jungle, you'll need to choose your allies carefully—some animals can become valuable companions, while others, now warped by supernatural forces, may turn on you in an instant.

🏛️ Unravel the Anomaly

Explore the eerie open world of Ruins of the Forgotten, from lush jungles to mysterious ruins, as you piece together the origins of the anomaly. Uncover the dark mystery behind the aggression of even the most peaceful herbivores and the presence of supernatural forces. Collect emeralds known as "Manis," powerful items tied to the anomaly, and use them to unlock hidden truths and advance your journey.

🏞️ Dynamic Jungle Setting

The jungle is a living, breathing character in its own right. Its landscape and day and night cycles are constantly changing, adding to the fear and suspense of your survival journey. Traverse dark, dense forests by day, where survival is a challenge, and prepare for the night, when the real horrors emerge.

⚔️ Varied Enemy Encounters

Prepare for encounters with a variety of enemies, from warped animals to terrifying supernatural beings. The anomaly-driven horror brings a mix of psychological and physical threats, ensuring each encounter is unpredictable. Enemies come with different behaviors, requiring both strategy and courage. Some creatures are territorial, some hunt by night, and others may only be seen in the light of a campfire. The survival horror experience in ROTF forces you to assess each threat carefully, adapting your tactics to stay alive.

Survive, Decide, and Thrive!

Ruins of the Forgotten blends open-world survival and survival horror into an immersive experience where every choice has consequences. Your actions during the day affect the night, and how you interact with the environment, animals, and enemies shapes your survival. Will you brave the jungle and solve the mystery of the anomaly, or will you succumb to the terrors lurking in the dark?

Join the ROTF community on Discord for announcements, development updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more!

System Requirements

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Windows 10 or later
  • Processor: 2.6 GHz Quad Core or similar
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 950 or Radeon HD 7970
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 8 GB available space

Supported Languages

English

Latest news

  • AnnouncementsOfficial

    Playing Ruins of the Forgotten Demo

    Hello, I'll be participating in my game's demo at the upcoming Steam festival. In Ruins of the Forgotten (ROTF), players take on the role of a Forest Ranger, lost in a jungle altered by a mysterious anomaly during an animal tagging mission. The game blends open-world survival and survival horror as players must manage their thirst, hunger, and health while uncovering the dark mysteries of the jungle.
    Read full article on Community Announcements (2 Dude Studios)

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