Release and buying
Frequently asked questions
When does Clans of the Forest release?
The confirmed window is Fall 2026. Steam still says “To be announced” for the exact date.
How much does it cost?
The GameStop Feral Edition listing is currently $39.99 USD. The Steam digital price is not yet posted.
Can I preorder it?
Retail preorders are available for the Feral Edition. Steam currently supports wishlisting rather than purchase.
What platforms is it on?
PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 are publisher-confirmed targets.
Gameplay and world
Frequently asked questions
Is the combat turn-based?
Yes. Turn-based combat is one of the headline features.
Is it open world?
The game has broad exploration, but the publisher has not used the “open world” label.
Is there crafting?
Yes. Foraging feeds into den crafting, and Trailmark names bedding and a scratching post as examples.
Are there bosses?
Yes. Official descriptions refer to bosses and epic boss battles.
Can you hunt?
Yes. Hunting to feed the Clan is part of the official announcement and storefront descriptions.
Clans and story
Frequently asked questions
Which Clans can you play?
ThunderClan, RiverClan, ShadowClan and WindClan.
Does each Clan have a different story?
Yes. Trailmark describes four full story campaigns with distinct prophecies, rivalries, characters and challenges.
Do choices matter?
Yes. The publisher says choices influence your personal journey and lead to unique story paths.
Can you switch Clans?
Clan switching has not been confirmed.
Is SkyClan playable?
SkyClan is not one of the four announced playable campaigns.
Character and social features
Frequently asked questions
Can you make your own cat?
Yes. Fur patterns, colors, tails, whiskers, ears, eyes and markings are among the confirmed creator options.
Can you be a medicine cat?
A medicine-cat career has not been confirmed.
Can you have a mate or kits?
Romance, mates and kits have not been confirmed as player systems.
Is there multiplayer?
The core game is single-player. Asynchronous online den visits are confirmed, but co-op is not.
Which book characters appear?
Brightheart, Tawnypelt, Tallstar and Ivypool are explicitly named by the official announcement.
How to read pre-release claims
If a page publishes exact XP values, level caps, romance systems, campaign lengths or full boss lists without citing footage or official documentation, treat the claim cautiously. This FAQ will replace “not confirmed” answers with tested details after launch rather than filling gaps with estimates.