Item: Forgotten Hill: First Steps
Rating: 88
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

88/100

Forgotten Hill First Steps is a chilling reminder of why FM Studio is at the top of the point-and-click horror genre. This collection remasters the three games that started it all—Fall, Puppeteer, and Surgery—and weaves them into a cohesive, terrifying narrative. The 'First Steps' moniker is apt; it’s an invitation into the grotesque world of Mr. Larson and the town of Forgotten Hill, but with significantly improved visuals and a more intuitive interface.

The puzzles are legendary for their difficulty and their morbidity. You’ll be solving riddles that often involve biological horrors or unsettling clockwork mechanisms. The atmosphere is thick with dread, supported by a soundtrack that never lets you feel truly safe. What makes this version essential is the 'Hint' system, which allows players to enjoy the dark storytelling without getting permanently stuck on some of the more abstract logic puzzles. It’s a masterclass in atmospheric indie horror that feels right at home on a touchscreen.

Dinsun reviewed on: Wed Feb 26 2025

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1566827448

$2.49 13+★3.9 22 reviews

Author : Francesco Mendogni

Pubish Date : Wed Jun 02 2021

Last Update Date : Tue Nov 02 2021

Support Languages : English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish

Genres :

Version 1.0.8Tue Nov 02 2021

Welcome back to Forgotten Hill! We've fixed an issue that may prevent the app from working on iPhone 12 and newer running iOS 15 and corrected some minor language mistakes.
Let's follow Mr. Larson's first steps in the dreadful town of Forgotten Hill, starting from that cold November evening, passing through the horrors of the Puppet Theater, till his escape from the Surgery Clinic of Colonel McMillan. Discover new secrets and gather more information about our hero and about some residents of Forgotten Hill and explore new locations while solving new puzzles and riddles.
Forgotten Hill First Steps is a first-person, horror, point and click game. The story revolves around the secrets of the disturbing town of Forgotten Hill, and to unveil them you will need to solve puzzles, riddles and explore grotesque locations.
Forgotten Hill First Steps includes:
- the very first Forgotten Hill game - Forgotten Hill Fall - with redesigned graphics and more polished details
- the appreciated sequel - Forgotten Hill Puppeteer - where The Gambler made his first appearance
- the third game - Forgotten Hill Surgery - with its surgical horrors
brand new contents that joins the three games together, making them become one single long story, prequel of Forgotten Hill Disillusion
- old and new characters and a deep glimpse in Mr. Larson back story
- our usual grotesque Forgotten Hill atmosphere
- all text and dialogues translated into 9 languages
- our exclusive hint system: a simple click will provide you some help and also allow to skip puzzles
Will you solve the mystery and escape? But, above all, will you survive?
Requires iOS 11 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Let's follow Mr. Larson's first steps in the dreadful town of Forgotten Hill, starting from that cold November evening, passing through the horrors of the Puppet Theater, till his escape from the Surgery Clinic of Colonel McMillan. Discover new secrets and gather more information about our hero and about some residents of Forgotten Hill and explore new locations while solving new puzzles and riddles.
Forgotten Hill First Steps is a first-person, horror, point and click game. The story revolves around the secrets of the disturbing town of Forgotten Hill, and to unveil them you will need to solve puzzles, riddles and explore grotesque locations.
Forgotten Hill First Steps includes:
- the very first Forgotten Hill game - Forgotten Hill Fall - with redesigned graphics and more polished details
- the appreciated sequel - Forgotten Hill Puppeteer - where The Gambler made his first appearance
- the third game - Forgotten Hill Surgery - with its surgical horrors
brand new contents that joins the three games together, making them become one single long story, prequel of Forgotten Hill Disillusion
- old and new characters and a deep glimpse in Mr. Larson back story
- our usual grotesque Forgotten Hill atmosphere
- all text and dialogues translated into 9 languages
- our exclusive hint system: a simple click will provide you some help and also allow to skip puzzles
Will you solve the mystery and escape? But, above all, will you survive?

Ratings & Reviews

3.9 out of 5 with 22 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 13+

Explore the dreadful town of Forgotten Hill in this first-person point-and-click horror game. Solve riddles and puzzles to unveil the secrets behind the town's disturbing residents. This collection includes redesigned versions of 'Fall', 'Puppeteer', and 'Surgery', featuring new content, locations, and a helpful hint system for those who dare to enter.

Features

Remastered graphics and sound

Three full games in one collection

Grotesque and atmospheric art style

Exclusive hint and skip system

Translated into 9 languages

Tips

The Surgery Clinic

In the surgery clinic, pay close attention to the medical documents scattered around. The clues for the chemical puzzles are often hidden in the Colonel's notes.

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Gameplays

Investigation and Puzzles

Interact with objects to collect items and solve environmental puzzles. Use the hint system if you get stuck, but try to rely on your own logic to uncover the town's dark history.