Addition of the Binoculars, Hang Glider , and a mid-game boss fight in the food bunker.
Reviewers from sites like IGN and PCGamesN noted that while the game felt surprisingly complete in v33002, certain elements like the story and cutscenes were still "rough around the edges." Some players found the vast map to be occasionally sparse , leading to long travel times, but praised the unmatched atmosphere and graphics . Addition of the Binoculars, Hang Glider , and
Sons of the Forest (v33002) – Early Access Deep Dive Sons of the Forest , the highly anticipated sequel to the cult-classic survival horror hit The Forest , made its debut in Early Access on February 23, 2023 . Version represents one of the earliest builds available to players, offering a glimpse into the massive, four-times-larger island and the advanced AI systems that Endnight Games promised . Surviving the Island: Early Access Core Features Version represents one of the earliest builds available
Following the initial launch, developers quickly implemented patches (like Patch 02 ) to address community feedback: offering a glimpse into the massive
Adjustments to item fullness (e.g., MREs vs. cat food ) and weapon damage, including a 50% nerf to the shotgun.