Morels: The Hunt

Morels: The Hunt is an adventure game about finding mushrooms and photographing wildlife. You explore natural environments, collect morels and take pictures of the animals and objects you encounter, with the sounds of nature around you. The game begins in the southeastern United States, and you get 100 days per season as you unlock regions, discover hunting secrets and find surprises.

Hunt mushrooms

Find and learn about edible and poisonous mushrooms to earn points and raise your Mushroom Hunter Level. Each season brings new mushroom locations, animal activity and weather. You can also discover collectables such as dinosaur bones.

Photograph wildlife

Photograph animals and objects to earn points, and view your pictures in your photo book. Photos are also saved to your PC. More than 50 animals are available to discover and photograph, including fish, which you can photograph while swimming. Photographing wildlife and finding mushrooms both contribute points you can spend in The Shop.

Seasons and exploration

The game has seven maps across the United States, with varied terrain and surprises. Weather is forecast before each level and can change daily; you can also hunt at night. Weekly tasks, such as finding a set number of mushrooms or photographing specific animals, award extra points.

Exploration Mode lets you play as an animal, with a point handicap. You can unlock new animals and explore in this mode, but it does not count toward achievements or records.

Equipment and progression

Spend points in The Shop on items including bug spray to prevent ticks, first aid kits, raincoats to help preserve energy on rainy days and a headlamp for night hunting. You can also buy an upgraded camera, a horse or an ATV to travel around. The Hunter’s Manual offers tips and tricks, and you unlock new pages as your hunter levels increase. Choose from a range of music or listen to the sounds of nature.