Players Like...

❤ Exploration and Atmosphere

Players praise the game's immersive and eerie atmosphere, describing the dark, mysterious, and treacherous forest of Metsänpeitto as a constant challenge to navigate. The effective use of sound design, lighting, and limited visibility creates a persistent sense of tension and unease. Players must rely on a lighter and flashlight to illuminate their surroundings, but even these tools struggle to pierce the ever-present gloom.

❤ Puzzle Solving

Solving the game's diverse puzzles is a core part of the experience. Reviews highlight the satisfying feeling of accomplishment when players successfully decipher the challenges, which range from straightforward to highly complex. The puzzles are seamlessly integrated into the environment and narrative, requiring players to carefully observe their surroundings and utilize the items and information they discover. While some players found certain puzzles to be overly obscure or reliant on specialized knowledge, most agree that the puzzle design is a standout feature.

❤ Nonlinear Progression

The game's open-ended structure allows for a sense of discovery and encourages thorough exploration of the forest. However, this nonlinear approach can also lead to periods of feeling lost or uncertain of the next step. Some players suggest that additional guidance or signposting could help orient the player, while others appreciate the isolation and self-directed nature of the experience.

❤ Survival and Resource Management

As players traverse the forest, they must manage their character's vitality, which gradually declines due to the malevolent influence of the environment. Finding and consuming mushrooms, as well as using special stones to replenish vitality, becomes an important aspect of the gameplay loop. This survival element adds a layer of tension and strategic decision-making to the experience.

❤ Narrative Integration

The game's gameplay is closely tied to its narrative and Finnish mythology-inspired story. Players uncover clues and pieces of information that help to reveal the mysteries of Metsänpeitto and the fate of those who have been trapped there before. The game's narration and environmental storytelling are praised for their ability to engage players and deepen the sense of immersion.