Call of the Elder Gods is a first-person narrative puzzle adventure from Out of the Blue Games, positioned as a sequel to Call of the Sea. The adventure game follows Professor Everhart and student Evangeline Drayton as they investigate strange visions, ancient artifacts, missing loved ones, and truths tied to powers far beyond ordinary understanding. 

Call of the Elder Gods is a Lovecraftian story connects cosmic horror with grief, family, sanity, and the fear of forces that cannot be fully explained. It wants the player to listen, observe, question, and slowly understand what the world is hiding. 

Mind-bending puzzles and reality-warping worlds  

Call of the Elder Gods builds on object and observation-based puzzle design. Players explore detailed environments, search for clues, study objects, and connect information through journals, icons, and environmental details. One of the more interesting additions is the ability to switch between Harry and Evangeline, allowing puzzles to unfold across different perspectives, times, and spaces. The inclusion of toggleable hints, icons, and journal entries lets players the experience players want. 

The environments are a major part of the game’s identity. Call of the Elder Gods takes players from New England mansions and academic spaces to the Australian outback, frozen wastelands, and impossible cities outside normal time. These locations give the adventure a strong sense of movement and discovery, making the mystery feel global rather than confined to one haunted house or isolated ruin. 

The sound design and music also play a clear role in shaping the experience. The soundtrack helps carry the game’s mix of beauty, melancholy, and cosmic unease. However, its slower structure is also where the game’s limitations become clearer. Those looking for combat, survival mechanics, resource management, or high-pressure horror may find the experience too calm. Some puzzles may also feel too guided if players turn on too many assistive options. 

A slow-burning horror mystery carried by atmosphere and discovery  

Call of the Elder Gods looks like a thoughtful cosmic horror adventure that values mood, puzzle-solving, and emotional mystery over shock or action. Its shifting perspectives, wide-ranging locations, and eerie sound design give the journey a strong sense of scale and unease. However, its calmer pace and guided options may not satisfy players wanting harsher survival horror. For players who enjoy reflective, story-driven dread, though, it seems deeply appealing.