Lantern Hollow

Lantern Hollow is a slow, atmospheric adventure and it knows it. You wander a hand-painted village, talk to odd residents, and untangle a mystery that unfolds without any pressure. There's no fail state, just curiosity pulling you forward.

The puzzles are woven into the world rather than dropped in as roadblocks. Fixing a lantern or delivering a note actually moves the story, so nothing feels like padding. We finished it in one long evening and were a little sad when it ended.

If you want a game to unwind with rather than conquer, this is a lovely pick.

What we liked

• Gorgeous hand-painted art
• Puzzles that serve the story
• Relaxing, pressure-free pacing