Hollow Lantern

Hollow Lantern is a slow, atmospheric adventure that trusts you to explore. You wander a foggy village, tap on things, and piece together what happened here from notes, objects, and the occasional cryptic conversation. There's no combat and no timers — just curiosity. The puzzles are woven into the world rather than dropped in as obstacles, so solving one usually reveals a little more of the story. I never felt stuck for long, but I never felt handheld either. Sound design carries a lot of the mood. Play with headphones if you can; the creaks and distant sounds do half the storytelling.

What we liked

• Story told through exploration, not cutscenes
• Puzzles that respect your intelligence
• Outstanding sound design