The island is inhabited by a tribe of cannibalistic mutants. The game features a complex AI system where the mutants observe your behavior and react differently based on your aggression.
If you prefer building without the constant threat of mutants, you can unlock Creative Mode by completing the main story. the-forest-game-link
Mutants struggle to reach players on elevated platforms or treehouses, though they can eventually knock trees down. The island is inhabited by a tribe of cannibalistic mutants
Find a pot early to boil water or build a water collector using a turtle shell and sticks. the-forest-game-link