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Lempo

Lempo delivers a spine-chilling experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It offers a fresh take on psychological horror, blending Finnish mythology with a nightmarish atmosphere.
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89%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
93% User Score Based on 87 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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About Lempo

Lempo is a single player survival simulation game with horror, fantasy, mystery and erotic themes. It was developed by One Trick Entertainment and was released on September 7, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Lempo is a psychological horror game inspired by Finnish mythology in which you play as Paul, your casual 9 to 5 guy, lost in a forest after his day of work. Uncover stories of people who were trapped in Metsänpeitto before. Make use of what little items you come by to find out what’s happening in this eerie place and go back to your peaceful life before this malevolent forest consumes you. Featur…

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews
atmosphere22 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game maintains a consistently creepy atmosphere and a sense of unpredictability, keeping players engaged for over 10 hours.
  • Puzzles are challenging yet rewarding, providing a satisfying experience when solved, and the exploration aspect is refreshing and immersive.
  • The sound design, visuals, and overall storytelling are exceptional, creating a haunting and beautiful environment that enhances the horror experience.
  • The game can be frustratingly difficult, with some puzzles being overly obscure, leading players to seek external help or guides.
  • Navigation can be confusing due to unclear map and compass mechanics, resulting in players feeling lost for extended periods.
  • Some players may find the pacing slow and the lack of hand-holding can lead to a sense of aimlessness, which may deter those looking for a more guided experience.

  • atmosphere

    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    55% positive mentions, 37% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is consistently praised for its eerie and immersive qualities, effectively blending horror elements with Finnish mythology to create a tense and unpredictable experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to maintain a creepy ambiance throughout its lengthy playtime, although some note that the sense of mystery can diminish after extended exploration. Overall, the atmospheric design, supported by thoughtful sound and visuals, significantly enhances the gameplay and storytelling.

    • “Horror / tension is created by maintaining a creepy atmosphere throughout the game flavored with a touch of Finnish mythology and a few good sudden scares.”
    • “An unconventional adventure with an otherworldly atmosphere reinforced by thoughtful sound design and carefully crafted visuals.”
    • “Lempo has a fantastic eerie atmosphere that gave me chills on many occasions.”
    • “The atmosphere of the woods is mysterious and sometimes eerie, but I would say it wears off after hours wandering about lost.”
    • “The atmosphere of the game is very tense and anxious, and you never know what's going to happen.”
    • “Horror and tension are created by maintaining a creepy atmosphere throughout the game, flavored with a touch of Finnish mythology and a few good sudden scares.”

  • story

    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    44% positive mentions, 44% neutral mentions, 12% negative mentions

    The story is a captivating blend of Finnish mythology and mystery, immersing players in a beautifully crafted world filled with suspense and intrigue. While some find the narrative engaging and gripping, others criticize the game for its challenging design that can leave players feeling lost. Overall, the combination of a unique plot, atmospheric visuals, and compelling gameplay keeps players enthralled throughout their journey.

    • “The Finnish mythology-based story is fascinating and the beautiful visuals really tie it all together into a great, challenging experience.”
    • “But the best thing about Lempo, in my opinion, is the gripping story.”
    • “I just couldn't stop playing to find out how the story continues.”
    • “Making the experience of 'walking through a dangerous forest filled with monsters' more of a casual stroll where deliberate story-related interactions cause a monster to appear and harass you for a couple of moments.”
    • “The story is quite bizarre and mysterious, but that's not why I play these games.”
    • “I think this is bad game design. If you make the game too difficult to figure out what to do on purpose, then you should just add an in-game hint system or make the difficult parts not a part of the main story progression.”

  • gameplay

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 7% negative mentions

    The gameplay is highly praised for its captivating mechanics, precise controls, and immersive atmosphere, which together create an engaging experience that maintains player interest throughout. The combination of stunning graphics and a compelling storyline further enhances the overall enjoyment, making it a standout in the horror genre.

    • “The story, gameplay, and atmosphere overall is amazing and creepy.”
    • “Lempo has enthralled me from the start with its captivating game world, breathtaking graphics, and sweeping gameplay.”
    • “The controls are precise and responsive, which makes the gameplay experience even more enjoyable.”
    • “Most horror games lose their immersion after a few hours when you start to understand the mechanics.”

  • graphics

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their stunning quality and vivid diversity, creating an immersive and captivating game world. Players appreciate how the beautiful visuals enhance the Finnish mythology-based story, contributing to a challenging and enthralling experience. Overall, the graphics are described as a standout feature that complements the gameplay and storyline effectively.

    • “The Finnish mythology-based story is fascinating, and the beautiful visuals really tie it all together into a great, challenging experience.”
    • “Lempo has enthralled me from the start with its captivating game world, breathtaking graphics, and sweeping gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are stunning, and the environment is so vivid and diverse that you never get bored.”

  • music

    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    30% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 30% negative mentions

    The music in the game is praised for its eerie and well-paced composition, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere. While the sound design and voice acting are also highlighted as excellent, some players found the musical notation challenging to interpret, especially those without a background in music theory.

    • “Overall, the music, voice acting, and sound design in general were great as well.”
    • “The music is eerie and well-paced.”
    • “An example was where a musical instrument and sheet were put before you to play.”
    • “I have 0 understanding of musical theory and did not know how to interpret the musical notations; whether to play the string from the line at the top of the note or the circle at the bottom a few strings down.”
    • “I have 0 understanding of musical theory and did not know how to interpret the musical notations; whether to play the string from the line at the top of the note or the circle at the bottom a few strings down.”
    • “An example was where a musical instrument and sheet was put before you to play.”

  • grinding

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the blurred map and challenging platforming elements, which detract from the overall experience.

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70%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
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3h Median play time
3h Average play time
3-3h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs
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Lempo is a survival simulation game with horror, fantasy, mystery and erotic themes. Common tags for Lempo include first-person, 3D, indie, psychological, atmospheric and others.

Lempo is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Lempo.

Lempo was released on September 7, 2023.

Lempo was developed by One Trick Entertainment.

Lempo has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Lempo for its atmosphere but disliked it for its music.

Lempo is a single player game.

Similar games include The Land of Pain, Partum Artifex, Kholat, Left Alone, Little Nightmares and others.