- For other uses, see Swamp (Disambiguation).
The Swamp is a biome in Darkwood. It is the only biome in Chapter 2 and is incredibly dangerous, more so even than the Old Woods.
A few new and dangerous aggressive creatures are present, as well as most known creatures. A large amount of the area consists of deep water, which heavily slows movement, heavily drains stamina, and hides some enemies either partially or completely (and some enemies will also suffer the ill-effects of the swamp water). The Swamp is notable for having several locations larger than anything found on previous biomes. Their icons on the Player Map are also much larger to reflect this.
This biome has a heavy emphasis on firearms: enemies are very effective at close range, and ammunition appears to be more common as loot here (perhaps to make up for the absence of Wolfman).
There will then be a short set of passages that organically introduce new mechanics such as: deep swamp water and its effects (as well as a Swamper), and the Growths, a passive creature made of eyes in the floor, which reacts to being seen by the player.
An additional new mechanic is introduced in the Swamp: A container in the Swamp Hideout is surrounded by a black substance that must be burned away by powerful light (all handheld light sources): its integrity is shown via a white healthbar. At certain locations, Red Chompers will also be covered in this substance. A special sound will play while the substance burns away.
Some explosion may be heard in the distance while exploring and no trails can be seen to lead to the source, it may be due to the completion of Piotrek's quest.
Major Locations in The Swamp:
- Swamp Hideout
- Cottage Near The Junkyard
- Radio Tower
- Swamp Cottage/Old Shed
- Mushroom Glade
- Swamp Village
- Ruins
Enemies present in the Swamp:
- Banshee Baby
- Banshee
- Centipede
- Huge Bug
- Huge Dog
- Human Spider
- Mushroom Man
- Red Chomper
- Savages (All types)
- Swamper
- Vines
- Worms - These grow independently in small patches around The Swamp, as well as from Huge Bug infestations
Unique passive equipable items are also introduced in the Swamp:
- Oxygen Tank - A storyline item (has a comparable use to the cut Gas Mask, but infinitely usable)
- Sweater - A bleeding-preventing sweater that cannot be repaired or found again after being worn out.
- Rubber Boots - Boots that prevent damage from toxical substances on the ground, such as mushrooms.
Trivia[]
The Swamp is introduced in Alpha 8.0.
| Biomes | |
|---|---|
| Chapter 1 | |
| Dry Meadow • Silent Forest • Old Woods | |
| Chapter 2 | |
| Swamp | |