Forsaken Beginner's Guide
Everything you need to survive the horrors of Roblox Forsaken. Master both survivor and killer roles with our complete guide.
Getting Started
Forsaken is an asymmetrical survival horror game on Roblox inspired by Dead By Daylight. One player takes on the role of a killer while the rest play as survivors trying to repair generators and escape. The game won Best Survival Experience at the 2025 Roblox Innovation Awards and has accumulated over 850 million visits since launching on December 25, 2024.
With 11 playable survivors, 7 unique killers, and 8 distinct maps, Forsaken offers deep strategic gameplay for both roles. Whether you prefer the thrill of evading a killer as a survivor or the power of hunting down a team as the killer, this guide covers everything you need to get started.
Your First Steps
Join a lobby and queue for a match
Enter the game and join a lobby. Matches are 1 killer versus 4-5 survivors in Classic Mode. Rounds last 8-12 minutes on average.
Choose your role: Survivor or Killer
Pick whether you want to survive as a team or hunt as the killer. New players should try Survivalist-type survivors or Jason (the free starter killer) to learn the fundamentals.
Learn the map layout and key locations
Familiarize yourself with generator locations, loop spots, and escape routes. Start with Crossroads for its clear sightlines and symmetrical design.
Complete generators (survivors) or hunt survivors (killers)
Survivors must repair all generators to power the exit. Killers must hunt down and eliminate survivors before they escape. Both roles require map awareness and timing.
Escape through the exit or eliminate all survivors
Once generators are complete, survivors race to the exit. The killer must stop them. As killer, hook survivors to create pressure and reduce their resources.
Survivor Basics
Survivors are divided into three types. Each type excels in different situations. Learn which fits your playstyle.
Survivalist
Evasion experts who avoid the killer through stealth and speed. Excel at looping, with high stamina and quick escapes. Best for players who want to keep the killer busy.
When to pick: When you want to be the runner who distracts the killer while teammates repair generators.
Sentinel
Frontline defenders who protect teammates. Specialize in pallet stunning, bodyblocking, and buying time for the team. Tanky and disruptive.
When to pick: When you want to be the protector who rescues hooked teammates and takes hits for others.
Support
Healers and utility specialists who keep the team alive. Provide healing, status cleansing, and teammate buffs. Essential for team sustain.
When to pick: When you want to keep your team healthy and coordinate group survival strategies.
Key Beginner Perks for Survivors
Emergency dash to escape danger. Top-tier escape tool.
Heal yourself without a teammate. Independence in solo queue.
Faster actions while injured. Rewards aggressive play.
Killer Basics
Killers hunt survivors and prevent their escape. Each killer has unique abilities. Here is the current tier list for February 2026.
Invisible stalker with hit-and-run playstyle. Can track survivors while cloaked and strike from stealth. Highest pressure killer in the game.
Controls terrain to trap survivors. Manipulates water hazards and drowning mechanics. Creates impassable obstacles to cut off escape routes.
Starter killer with bleed-stacking melee attacks. Behead ability inflicts Helpless status. Simple but effective at all levels.
Ranged zoner who summons corrupted creatures. Mass Infection shockwave pierces groups. Can revive dead survivors as zombies.
Summons demonic entities for area denial. Projectile attacks from range and possession mechanics for multi-target pressure.
Technical trapper who controls the map through corruption trails and spike traps. Rewards strategic thinking and territorial play.
Fast melee chaser with momentum-based combos. High attack speed but lower damage per hit. Good for learning chase mechanics.
Map Guide
Crossroads
Beginner5 generatorsClassic outdoor map with clear sightlines and symmetrical layout. Loop around the house, bridge, and tower. Hidden chest behind the tower with bonus coins.
Hospital
Intermediate5 generatorsMulti-floor medical facility with indoor and outdoor sections. Hallway runs, room loops, and stairwell chases. Hidden room in the basement with supplies.
The Facility
Advanced5 generatorsThree-dimensional playground with catwalks, platforms, and ziplines. Elevated loops, vertical parkour, and zipline escapes. Secret passage on the upper level.
Happy Home
Intermediate4 generatorsTight residential setting with small rooms and a backyard. Room loops, kitchen counter spins, and bedroom vaults. Hidden room behind the master bedroom bookshelf.
Pizzeria
Intermediate4 generatorsRestaurant with kitchen and delivery areas. Kitchen loops, counter runs, and dining furniture obstacles. Freezer room with bonus items.
Downtown
Intermediate5 generatorsUrban city with buildings, streets, and alleys. Building loops, street chases, and alley navigation. Rooftop shortcut with hidden treasure.
Natural Disaster Zone
Advanced5 generatorsDestroyed area with unstable structures and environmental hazards. Debris loops and bunker passages. Underground bunker with emergency supplies.
Swamp
Advanced5 generatorsMurky wetland with water hazards and limited visibility. Water loops, tree runs, and elevated wood paths. Hidden cave system with ancient artifacts.
Essential Tips
Always check behind you while repairing generators
Killers approach from behind to catch survivors off guard. Periodically look around while working on generators to spot incoming threats early.
Learn the loop spots on every map
Loops are structures you can run around to waste the killer's time. Houses, bridges, pallets, and window vaults are your best friends. Practice these on Crossroads first.
Generators are always the top priority for survivors
Hiding buys you time but does not win the game. Focus on repairing generators even when scared. A team that repairs quickly escapes quickly.
Listen for audio cues from the killer
Each killer makes distinct sounds. Wraith shimmers when uncloaking, Jason's footsteps are heavy, and The Demon's minions growl. Audio awareness saves lives.
Spread out across the map as survivors
If all survivors cluster together, the killer can pressure everyone at once. Spread to different generators so the killer cannot control the whole team.
Manage your stamina carefully
Sprinting drains stamina fast. Save your Sprint Burst for emergencies rather than running everywhere. Walk when the killer is not nearby to conserve energy.
As killer, do not commit to long chases
If a survivor is a strong looper, leave them and find easier targets. Every second spent chasing one survivor is time the other four are repairing generators.
Use perks that match your playstyle
Sprint Burst and Spine Chill are essential for survivors. Hex: Ruin and Pop Goes the Weasel help killers control generator progress. Build around your strengths.
Coordinate unhooks and rescues with your team
Do not all rush to save a hooked teammate. Designate one rescuer while others continue generator repair. Uncoordinated rescues lead to team wipes.
Stay calm under pressure and adapt
Panic leads to mistakes. If the killer finds you, head to the nearest loop. If generators are being camped, switch to a different one. Adapt your strategy to the killer you are facing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best starter killer in Forsaken?
Jason is the best starter killer because he is free and has straightforward melee combat. His Slash attack applies Bleeding stacks and his Behead ability inflicts the Helpless status. He is in A Tier and effective at all skill levels.
How do I win as a survivor in Forsaken?
To win as a survivor, repair all generators on the map (typically 5) to power the escape route, then reach the exit. Work with your team, use loops to evade the killer, and prioritize generator progress over hiding. Equip perks like Sprint Burst and Spine Chill for the best chances.
How many generators do survivors need to complete in Forsaken?
Survivors need to repair 4 to 5 generators depending on the map. Crossroads, Hospital, The Facility, Downtown, Natural Disaster Zone, and Swamp have 5 generators. Happy Home and Pizzeria have 4. Once all generators are repaired, the exit opens.
What are perks in Forsaken and how do they work?
Perks are passive abilities that enhance your survivor or killer gameplay. Survivors can equip perks like Sprint Burst for emergency escapes or Self-Care for solo healing. Killers use perks like Hex: Ruin to slow generator progress. Perks come in Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare rarities.
How do I unlock new killers in Forsaken?
Jason is free for all players. Other killers are unlocked by earning in-game currency through matches or purchasing them from the store. Killers range from Common rarity (Slasher) to Epic rarity (Wraith, Swamp Entity, The Demon). Higher rarity killers have more complex abilities.
What is the best map for beginners in Forsaken?
Crossroads is the best beginner map. It has a classic outdoor layout with clear sightlines, symmetrical design, and easy-to-learn loop spots around the house, bridge, and tower. It has 5 generator spawns and a hidden chest behind the tower.
Is Forsaken free to play?
Yes, Forsaken is free to play on Roblox. It launched on December 25, 2024 and has accumulated over 850 million visits. It won Best Survival Experience at the 2025 Roblox Innovation Awards.