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Steam News1 August 202620d ago

Combat & Survival Update 08/01/2026

This update brings one of the biggest overhauls to Forest Doesn't Care so far. We've completely reworked melee combat, added a large collection of new weapons, introduced new survival tools, expanded the barter system,

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What changed

1 fix10 additions8 changes2 removals
  • Gameplay
  • Workshop
  • Server
  • Fixes
  • UI and audio
addedThis update brings one of the biggest overhauls to Forest Doesn't Care so far. We've completely reworked melee combat, added a large collection of new weapons, introduced new survival tools, expanded the barter system, and improved dozens of gameplay systems based on your feedback.
addedMelee CombatAdded a large collection of new melee weapons: Felling Axe Hatchet Claw Hammer Black Balisong Machete Kukri Cleaver Billhook Machete Tactical Machete Sledgehammer Baseball Bat
changedMelee CombatCompletely reworked the melee combat system.
addedMelee CombatAdded brand-new melee combat animations for both first-person and third-person views.
changedMelee CombatImproved melee hit replication in multiplayer.
fixedMelee CombatFixed attack overlap issues.

Forest Doesn’t Care changes

addedThis update brings one of the biggest overhauls to Forest Doesn't Care so far. We've completely reworked melee combat, added a large collection of new weapons, introduced new survival tools, expanded the barter system, and improved dozens of gameplay systems based on your feedback.
addedAdded a large collection of new melee weapons: Felling Axe Hatchet Claw Hammer Black Balisong Machete Kukri Cleaver Billhook Machete Tactical Machete Sledgehammer Baseball Bat
changedCompletely reworked the melee combat system.
addedAdded brand-new melee combat animations for both first-person and third-person views.
changedImproved melee hit replication in multiplayer.

This update brings one of the biggest overhauls to Forest Doesn't Care so far. We've completely reworked melee combat, added a large collection of new weapons, introduced new survival tools, expanded the barter system, and improved dozens of gameplay systems based on your feedback.

Melee Combat

  • Added a large collection of new melee weapons:

    • Felling Axe

    • Hatchet

    • Claw Hammer

    • Black Balisong

    • Machete

    • Kukri

    • Cleaver

    • Billhook Machete

    • Tactical Machete

    • Sledgehammer

    • Baseball Bat

  • Completely reworked the melee combat system.

  • Added brand-new melee combat animations for both first-person and third-person views.

  • Light weapons are now faster, while heavy weapons hit harder but swing more slowly.

  • Improved melee hit replication in multiplayer.

  • Fixed attack overlap issues.

  • Improved impact and blocking sound effects.

  • Enemies now react when their attacks are blocked.

  • Began implementing a full melee weapon blocking system.

  • Removed camera zoom while blocking.

  • Reduced weapon durability loss when blocking attacks.

  • Added new impact effects during blocks, including sparks, wood splinters, and other surface-based particles.

Weapons

  • Improved the Flare Gun effect and its visibility marker.

  • Flashlight now properly illuminates the ground in front of the player.

  • Deagle, Sniper Rifle, and Machete can now be repaired at the Repair Station.

Quality of Life

  • Added weapon caching when using consumable items.

  • Your primary weapon is now automatically re-equipped after using bandages, medkits, drinks, and other usable items.

  • This system also works when switching from melee item interactions.

Survival

  • Added Trail Flags. Craft them and place permanent markers to help navigate through the forest.

Barter

  • Expanded the bar's barter inventory with more items.

  • Added additional equipment and supplies that can now be obtained through trading.

Animations

  • Added a new first-person movement animation.

  • Removed exaggerated hit reactions and screaming while the player is suffering from thirst.

Fixes

  • Increased the size of the active quest marker, making it easier to spot.

Thank you for all your feedback and bug reports. Every update is shaped by the community, and we're continuing to release new updates every few days. More content is already on the way. 🌲

Source

Steam News / 1 August 2026

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