The project
One of these deer is not a deer. Duskwood is a live multiplayer horror game where one player hides as a predator inside a herd of deer. The hunters have bows, trail cameras and a shared sanity bar.
During the hunt, the predator has to act natural. When the hunters’ sanity breaks, night falls and the deer transforms into a tall antlered creature. The hunt turns around: now the hunters have to survive.
Find the hidden player
Watch the herd for behaviour that does not belong. Hunters can place trail cameras and check them remotely, while sounds such as munching, whistles and a growling stomach can give the predator away. Shooting an innocent deer costs the team sanity.
Blend in, then turn the tables
The predator eats mushrooms to stay fed and can whistle to confuse the hunters. Once sanity runs out, the player transforms into the creature, with claw attacks, a pounce and a roar.
Survive nightfall
Hunters have 60 seconds to survive. They can reach a cabin with a glowing doorway or try to bring the creature down. Roles rotate each round, and solo players can practise against an AI ranger.
Play the live game
Duskwood is live on Roblox. The gallery above shows promotional artwork made with the game’s characters and forest setting.