A co-op horror game about four friends fighting for survival on a remote farm. Players must strategize and gather resources in order to complete events and fight off monsters.
"The Harvesting" unfolds in the isolated farmstead of the Parker family, surrounded by dense woods that have long held dark secrets. A group of friends, seeking a secluded weekend getaway, discover an invitation from an estranged relative to spend a night at the seemingly abandoned farm. As they gather in the rustic farmhouse, they unknowingly unleash a malevolent force that has lurked in the shadows for generations. The farm, once a place of prosperity, now becomes the battleground between the living and the nightmares that haunt the fields.
- Players arrive at the farmstead, exploring the eerie surroundings and learning about the family's mysterious past.
- Nightfall triggers the awakening of otherworldly horrors that begin to encroach upon the farm.
- Players must stick together to survive the night, using basic equipment like lanterns to navigate the farm's dark corners.
- Nightmare creatures emerge from the woods, forcing players to strategize and use their limited resources wisely.
- The farm relies on generators for power, and players must split up to locate and repair these generators scattered across the property.
- Repairing generators attracts more attention from the nightmares, intensifying the fear factor.
- Proximity-based voice chat adds a layer of realism and tension. Whispering or shouting might attract or repel the creatures.
- Players must communicate effectively to coordinate repairs, share discoveries, and warn others of approaching dangers.
- Lanterns provide limited visibility, forcing players to make tough decisions about when to use them.
- Basic weapons like pitchforks become essential for fending off nightmares, but ammunition is scarce.
- Handheld radios enable communication across distances, allowing players to stay connected even when separated.
- The nightmares evolve and adapt as the night progresses, requiring players to adapt their strategies.
- Environmental changes and unexpected events keep the gameplay dynamic, ensuring that every night is a unique and terrifying experience.
- As players survive consecutive nights, they uncover the dark secrets of the farm and the malevolent force that has plagued the Parker family for generations.
- Unraveling the mystery becomes a crucial part of the game, leading to different endings based on the choices and discoveries made by the players.