Hollow Lantern

Hollow Lantern is a quiet, atmospheric adventure about a traveler with a lantern making their way through a forgotten place. There's light puzzle-solving, gentle platforming, and a lot of just looking around and soaking in the mood. It's not a game you rush.

The art direction carries it — muted colors, careful lighting, and a soundtrack that knows when to go silent. The touch controls are simple and never fought me, which matters in a game about careful movement. Every so often you piece together a bit of the backstory, and those moments feel earned.

It's short, maybe four or five hours, but it's the good kind of short. I finished it in two sittings and thought about it afterward.

What we liked

• Gorgeous, moody art
• Relaxed exploration and puzzles
• Short but memorable