HIKE: Beyond the Trails

Nature That Looks Back at You

Step into a world where nature is not just a backdrop, but a living, breathing protagonist. An experience inspired by real-world landscapes awaits you yet it offers far more than mere scenery: atmosphere, silence, mysticism, and places waiting to be discovered.


Nature as You’ve Never Experienced It Before

Step into a unique, authentic environment inspired by the atmosphere of real landscapes from the tranquility of the Great Plains to the distinctive mood of Lake Tisza. Movement follows the proportions of real life: the pace, the distances, and the sense of space create a natural rhythm for exploration.

Here, the freedom of discovery guides you, and every moment brings you closer to nature’s true face.


The sounds of nature surround you: the gentle movement of wind through the trees, the soft lapping of water, the distant call of birds all built from real recordings. The unity of sight and sound creates a calm yet captivating atmosphere. Wild animals move as a natural part of the landscape, following their own rhythm, their presence deepening the sense of authenticity.

Whether you choose to explore on foot, cycle along winding trails, or glide across the water by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, each choice opens a new perspective and reveals a different face of nature.

Discover the wilderness and encounter wildlife that blends naturally into its surroundings, enhancing the game’s realism and immersive atmosphere.

As you explore, you can help restore the environment by clearing away litter left behind, while collecting notes, photographs, and special items that unlock new areas and additional content. Along the way, the experience naturally raises awareness that protecting our environment is a shared responsibility. All of this unfolds without time limits, at your own pace, in a richly detailed and authentic world where nature takes center stage and the freedom to explore is truly yours.

Step in, and let the landscape redefine what discovery means to you.

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HIKE: Beyond the Trails on Steam

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Hi there @Parazso,

Hope you’re well and having a wonderful week so far :slight_smile:

This is such a breathtaking environment. I took a look at the steam page and the use of color and plant diversity just blew me away. It was, however, the trash pickup that made the gameplay so charming to me. Beautifully done!

Is there currently a weather system inside the game?

Thank you very much :slight_smile:
There will be more types of time of day and weather, they are still in the planning stage.

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Hello @Parazso !

As a nature enthusiast myself with a significant other who LOVES to hike, I find your game very exciting. It reminds me of videos I’ve seen recently, like the individual who showcases the Florida Everglades up close, as it’s something people think is a “nasty” place altogether. There’s beauty everywhere, and with the message of cleaning up these areas in your game, I hope it inspires people to keep our planet clean to preserve these beauties.

Will there be other environments in the future with different mechanics? Maybe a more arid or canyon environment with rock climbing, perhaps?

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Thank you, I agree :slight_smile:
There are many beautiful places planned and many possibilities. We have a lot of plans for the game, and we are confident that we will be able to implement them.
For now we are looking for supporters for the project, we recently applied for megagrants.

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Hello again @Parazso !

That is wonderful to hear! I eagerly look forward to the future of this amazing project and have my fingers crossed that you get that grant. Be sure to take care of yourselves while keeping up the hard work!

Thank you for the encouraging words! :slight_smile:

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