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Adventure, Indie, Horror, Thriller
This is a story about death. Luto is a psychological horror experience where you take on the role of someone unable to leave their home. Every attempt to escape will lead you deeper into the unknown, where nothing is as it seems and everything will test your senses.
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ImpulsegamerIn a genre saturated with surface-level scares, Luto stands apart. It is a landmark psychological horror experience that is unafraid to be abstract, emotionally ambitious, and structurally inventive. For those willing to engage with its rhythm, its difficulty, and its solemnity, Luto offers one of the most hauntingly profound journeys in modern horror gaming. It is more than a spiritual successor to the horror classics it evokes. It is their evolution.
Checkpoint GamingJarrod HarrisonJul 20259/10For an independent studio's debut game, Luto strongly delivers on Broken Bird Games' ethos of delivering deep narrative experiences that reflect both their passion for video games but also great stories.
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Use a PotionJul 20259.5/10Luto is a gripping and refreshingly bold take on psychological horror, blending clever environmental puzzles with a narrative that’s as unpredictable as it is emotionally resonant. Its looping design, oppressive atmosphere, and unsettling narration come together to create a game that constantly keeps you questioning what’s real and what isn’t, and whilst it is a relatively short experience, it’s one that’s packed with moments that feel both inventive and deeply haunting. For fans of horror that values atmosphere and ingenuity over cheap scares, Luto is a must-play, though be warned: it’s an experience that will linger in your mind long after you’ve escaped its twisting corridors.
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GameSpotMark DelaneyJul 20258/10Broken Bird Games' debut is a twisting, experimental horror game that goes places you won't see coming.
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CinelinxDustin SpinoJul 20253.5/5 starsHaving played a demo of Luto years ago, I expected the full game to be terrifying. However, the final product surprised me with a non-scary twist I didn't anticipate. Despite this, it remains an enjoyable experience and could serve as a good entry-level horror game for newcomers to the genre, offering some jumpscares and unsettling environments.
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IGDB rating 8.7/10 from 14 ratings.
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