The Wolf Wears Red

There are games that, at first glance, seem like familiar fairy tales… but the deeper you go, the more they stray from the safe path. The Wolf Wears Red is one such game. It borrows the image of Little Red Riding Hood, but instead of being hunted, you gradually realize… that you might be the most dangerous person in this forest.

The Wolf Wears Red Game Story

You play as a girl accustomed to wandering the forest, gathering herbs, hunting, and surviving. It sounds normal, but her way of thinking is anything but normal. The monologues show that she not only understands the forest but also utilizes it in… somewhat unconventional ways.

A particularly striking detail is the story of the lost merchant. Instead of saving him, she “returns the next day to make use of the rest.” Just one sentence, but it's enough to completely alter the initial impression of the character.

The Wolf Wears Red Gameplay

Choices are not simple

Gameplay mainly revolves around reading and making choices. Which path to take, who to trust, what to say… all of these affect the subsequent events. And the problem is: there are no truly safe choices.

Slow but tense pace

The game isn't fast-paced, but it creates a strangely tense feeling. Sounds like breaking branches, crowing, or a glance from a strange character… are enough to make you stop and think.

The Wolf Wears Red Features

Untrustworthy protagonist

The more you play, the more you realize this girl isn't the kind of character you can unconditionally empathize with. Something feels off, yet it's very captivating.

Relationship with the hunter

The encounter with the hunter is a major highlight. Both are suspicious of each other, yet they continue to draw closer. A kind of tension that is both dangerous and… inexplicably captivating.

The Wolf Wears Red isn't a game to be played quickly. It's like a story that becomes increasingly off-topic the more you read, and the harder it is to turn back. And when you realize things aren't as you thought… it's often a little too late. If you’re looking for a complete change of pace after this dark experience, jump into Lab Havoc for chaotic physics-based destruction and sandbox fun.