The new release of Sons Of The Forest has players returning to a cannibal-infested island in a bid to survive and thrive. One key change from its predecessor is the protagonist and the overall plot. Rather than being a civilian passenger in a plane crash, the player will embrace the role of a high-tech rescue operative, meaning more tricks, tools, and weapons are available. Including firearms is also a welcome change, along with companions and a series of other technical improvements. A series of new melee weapons have also been added to the game, along with the return of a few fan favorites from the first game. The forest can be thick and difficult to navigate, so with each weapon, a short guide on where and how to find them is included.