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Ready to survive in 2025? Picture yourself stranded on a cannibal-infested island. You’ll be able to download Sons of the Forest on your Windows 10 or 11 PC via Steam for a chilling survival adventure, fully released with v1.0.
Released by Endnight Games on February 22, 2024 (after Early Access since February 23, 2023), this horror survival hit boasts ‘Very Positive’ Steam reviews by March 2025, with v1.0 adding the full story and polish, per Steam.
This guide covers installing Sons of the Forest on Windows, its key features, and tips for PC beginners. Share your best base in the comments, or contact us for help.
How to Install Sons of the Forest on Windows 11 and 10
To play Sons of the Forest on your Windows PC, download it via Steam. Follow the steps below:
- Method: Steam
- Visit the Steam page: Steam.
- Click Add to Cart (price is $14.99, 50% off until March 20, 2025).
- Sign into your Steam account (or create one if needed).
- Complete the purchase and click Install in your Steam Library.
- Wait for the download to finish (up to 20 GB).
- Launch the game from your Steam Library or desktop shortcut.
Quick Tip: 💡 Build a shelter fast, cannibals don’t wait!
Get Sons of the Forest via Steam
What is Sons of the Forest About?
Sons of the Forest, released in 2024 by Endnight Games, is an open-world survival horror game for Windows 10 and 11, set on a remote, deadly island.
Core Gameplay: Search for a missing billionaire, craft tools, build bases, and fight mutants alone or with friends in a dynamic, unforgiving world.
Key Features
- Total freedom
- Mutant combat
- Crafting and building
- Seasonal changes
- Co-op play
Why Play Sons of the Forest on Windows?
It’s a survival thrill. Windows 10 and 11 users get tense gameplay, solid visuals, and co-op chaos in 2025.
Tips for PC Beginners in Sons of the Forest
New to Sons of the Forest on PC? Here are five tips to survive:
- Set Keys: Remap attack to RMB in Settings, it’s quicker.
- Boost FPS: Lower textures to Medium in Graphics, dense forests can lag.
- Gather Fast: Punch a tree (left-click), sticks are life.
- Build Safe: Craft a tarp shelter (inventory > right-click), it’s instant.
- Fight Ready: Grab the axe near the crash (look around), cannibals hit early.
Sons of the Forest Gameplay Screenshots
Sons of the Forest Gameplay Video
Sons of the Forest PC Requirements for Windows
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit (version 1909 or later)
- CPU: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 3 3300X
- RAM: 12 GB
- Storage: 20 GB free
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB or AMD Radeon RX 570 4GB
- VRAM: 3 GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Internet: Broadband for updates
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit
- CPU: Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
- RAM: 16 GB
- Storage: 20 GB SSD
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
- VRAM: 4 GB
- DirectX: Version 11
Sons of the Forest on Windows FAQ
- Is it free? No, it’s $14.99 on Steam (sale until March 20, 2025).
- Can I play offline? Yes, after initial setup.
- Does it run on Windows 11? Yes, fully optimized for Windows 11.
- What’s the download size? Around 20 GB.
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