Folklore Hunter

Gameplay
Hunter's equipment
Coop and campaign

In video games, hunting supernatural beasts rarely takes the form of actual hunting. Among the exceptions to this rule is Folklore Hunter, an action game that is the debut project of Liquid Donkey Games, an independent studio from New Zealand.

Gameplay

In Folklore Hunter, events are viewed from a first-person perspective (FPP). The game's driving force is hunting creatures not of this world. In order to deal with each of them, we first have to conduct a kind of investigation and find out what kind of monster we are dealing with and what brought it to the territory, and then find a way to stop it.

All this is not easy, as we have to deal with such creatures as the horned Wendigo, the fearsome Moth Man or the Gnome. The hunts take place in handcrafted locations with an open structure, among which we find dense forests, cave systems, abandoned military outposts, dark catacombs or haunted churches.

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Hunter's equipment

Before we can directly fight a creature, during which we mainly use firearms, we need to locate it. Cameras that allow us to track activity in a given area, as well as traps set, prove indispensable.

Along the way we collect resources, such as additional ammunition, as well as meat and other useful items such as gasoline canisters, which we can use to set traps. When the hunt is over, we end up in our fortress, where we stock up on new equipment and prepare for the next hunt.

Coop and campaign

Folklore Hunter offers a story campaign in which we take part in specially prepared missions. The hunts allow us to explore the history of the cursed village, around which sinister creatures reign, as well as learn about the experiments conducted in biological laboratories abandoned by the military. In addition, there are Contracts, which are less extensive quests with random locations and puzzles, waiting to be checked.

The title allows for single-player or cooperative hunting over the Internet, with no limit on participants.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Early Access:February 24, 2020

Developer: Liquid Donkey Games

Publisher: Liquid Donkey Games

Age restrictions: 16+

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Folklore Hunter Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 2070, Windows 10.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Folklore Hunter Video Game.

74%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (1,442)

STEAM

User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Co-op Gameplay: Many users enjoyed the cooperative aspect, stating that the game is significantly more fun when played with friends. The roles within the team feel natural and facilitate communication.
Engaging Lore and Creature Design: Players appreciated the incorporation of folklore and cryptids, praising the lore and the design of creatures like the Mothman and Wendigo.
Initial Story Beats: The first playthrough of the missions was generally seen as strong and distinct, providing a good narrative experience.
Atmosphere and Sound Design: Users noted that the game effectively creates a spooky atmosphere, with some commenting on the immersive sound design that enhances the horror experience.

The main cons of the game

Lack of Content and Replayability: Many reviews expressed disappointment with the limited number of missions (only three) and the repetitive nature of gameplay after completing them. Players felt that once the initial missions were completed, there was little incentive to return.
AI and Gameplay Mechanics Issues: Users reported poor enemy AI behavior, with creatures often getting stuck or exhibiting predictable patterns, which detracted from the horror experience.
Unfinished Feel and Bugs: Several players pointed out that the game felt unfinished, citing bugs, glitches, and issues with mechanics (e.g., items disappearing, unclear objectives) that affected gameplay.
No Player Customization and Gated Content: The absence of character customization options and a slow leveling system that restricts access to equipment were noted as drawbacks.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Additional Cryptids and Content: Players expressed a desire for more cryptids to hunt, with suggestions for various creatures like werewolves, skinwalkers, and others to expand gameplay variety.
Improved AI and Mechanics: Users requested enhancements to the AI of both the monsters and wildlife, including more dynamic behaviors and interactions with traps.
Better Guidance and Clarity: Many reviews mentioned the need for clearer objectives and guidance within missions to prevent players from feeling lost or frustrated.
Multiplayer Communication: The lack of in-game voice or text chat options for multiplayer was a significant concern, limiting effective communication among players.
More Engaging Endings and Progression: Reviewers suggested that endings should be more influenced by player choices throughout the mission rather than just final decisions, and that overall progression should feel more rewarding.

Summary

Overall, while *Folklore Hunter* has a solid foundation and a compelling concept, it faces challenges regarding content depth, gameplay mechanics, and overall polish that need to be addressed for it to reach its full potential.

Summary generated on: February 23, 2026