Yomawari: Lost in the Dark

 Switch
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Digitally Downloaded
    Oct 28, 2022
    100
    You could say that this Yomawari suffers a little from the diminishing returns of sequels. Each sequel feels less fresh and original than the previous one, and while stagnation might never quite set in (after all, there are a lot of properties that have dozens of titles), audiences start taking the qualities of what these games do well for granted. That being said, Yomawari: Lost In The Dark is such a fascinating, beautiful little horror game. With some smart mechanics, spot-on perfect pacing and atmosphere, and an intense, melancholy narrative this horror experience achieves something rare for video game horror: spooky good times that will make you think and even feel.
  2. Noisy Pixel
    Oct 21, 2022
    90
    Yomwari: Lost in the Dark promises much in its presentation and delivers on every aspect, and will assuredly become a cult classic among horror veterans.
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Dec 13, 2022
    80
    If you are a horror fan who has never played a Yomawari game, Lost in the Dark will offer you a unique horror experience. But if you are an old fan, this feels like a recycling of the first two titles. Either way, it is an excellent game if you are into an unusual mix of creepy and cute.
  5. Pure Nintendo
    Nov 9, 2022
    80
    Yomawari: Lost In the Dark uses every resource it has to create an unsettling and involving horror puzzle experience. It provides plenty of scares and a surprisingly effective story that should be enough to compel players forward even after the game starts to lose its impact.
  6. Siliconera
    Nov 8, 2022
    80
    Yomawari: Lost in the Dark is the third entry in the deceptively cute Yomawari series of horror games and continues an effectively frightening tradition. Fans of J-Horror will likely appreciate the slow and atmospheric situations, but there are plenty of jump scares to keep you on your toes. The story is simple, but effective, and the unique way it goes about conveying the tale will keep you glued to the screen. Just make sure you don’t look away, though. There’s no telling what you’ll see in the dark.
  7. Nintenderos
    Oct 31, 2022
    80
    Yomawari: Lost in the Dark has pleased us, but it is very continuist just like its previous installments. However, its disturbing atmosphere mixed with the sweetness of its main characters creates a contrast that has kept us hooked once again.
  8. Vandal
    Oct 27, 2022
    73
    Lost in the Dark is very much a sequel, for better of worse, and delivers exactly what you would expect from Yomawari.
  9. Cubed3
    Jun 7, 2023
    70
    Yomawari: Lost in the Dark is more of the same. The custom avatar was an almost meaningless addition and it plays itself extremely safe. Fortunately, those who are looking to play an atmospheric and moody horror game will find that this latest entry is just as scary as the rest. There are some choice jump moments and the ambiance keeps players in a constant state of dread and unease.
  10. Movies Games and Tech
    Apr 17, 2023
    60
    Yomawari is a beautiful, unique game with a heavy atmosphere and a competent story, but it’s weighed down by too many gamplay issues to warrant paying the $40. Unless you are a pre-established Yomawari fan, or are just in love with this genre of horror, I would wait for a sale, or even scoop up the other games instead.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Jan 20, 2023
    The third is not the best, but is still Yomawari and that is enough… most of the time.