Lempo is a chilling horror-adventure game that is based heavily on Finnish mythology. In this indie title, players will have to navigate a malevolent forest where they will slowly be consumed by the Metsänpeitto. This phenomenon refers to the strange occurrence of living creatures disappearing from the plane of existence for unknown reasons.

Players must keep an eye on their surroundings and make use of any items they can pick up to guide them through the confusing terrain and find their way back to their normal lives. Over time, you’ll also have to piece together what happened to the souls that were trapped before you.

Through the dark

Exploration is the key in Lempo, and the game masterfully immerses you in this eerie world. Armed with just a lighter and flashlight, you navigate through dark and foreboding environments, scavenging for items and uncovering the dark secrets that shroud Metsänpeitto. You’ll also have to make use of your handy compass to guide you. However, you can also seek help from good souls who linger in the darkness to aid you.

This psychological horror adventure doesn't rely on traditional combat to drive its fear factor. Instead, it challenges your wits and intuition, presenting you with puzzles to decipher and mysteries to unravel. The game keeps you constantly engaged, your mental faculties pushed to their limits. Furthermore, its intricate visual and sound designs work together to create an atmosphere that sends shivers down your spine. 

While the game hinges on exploration to piece together the secrets of this terrifying atmosphere, it also pushes you to rely mostly on your own intuition and observations to guide you. With this, it’s best not to expect any helpful pop-ups or hints to direct you in the right direction. Make sure to scrutinize every single item you find, as even the smallest details can turn out to be a major clue.

A haunting experience

With its immersive atmosphere and bone-chilling exploration mechanics, Lempo creates a new way for you to experience a horror game. Players must keep their mentality strong as they navigate the visually appealing yet haunting forest in order to solve puzzles and escape. Be prepared to get lost every now and then, though, as the game does not provide any in-depth guides or hints to help you out along the way.