Luto Reviews
Broken Bird Games' debut is a twisting, experimental horror game that goes places you won't see coming.
Mourning is much more than a horror game; it's an artistic statement that uses horror as a vehicle to explore universal truths about loss, grief, and the human condition. Broken Bird Games has created something truly unique: an experience that defies expectations, challenges convention, and stays with you long after the end.
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A new example of Spanish creativity in horror games. It brings some great ideas to the table and executes them successfully within an original and engaging setting. It only falters in some unbalanced puzzles and, perhaps, in becoming too "iconoclastic" in the final stretch.
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There's a bit of everything in Luto. Wandering through its endless rooms and corridors that only appear to be the same, you will perceive visions of Silent Hill, references to the legendary P.T. and many other echoes from other psychological thriller games, from Layers of Fear to the underrated Reveil. A brief descent into the depths of the mind, but one that will linger in your memory even after the credits roll.
Review in Italian | Read full review
In every other respect, Luto appears and feels like just another game among the multitude of indie horror titles, albeit with aspirations of aesthetic depth.
Review in Russian | Read full review
The genre may not be for everyone, but if narrative adventures are your thing or horror appeals to you, you can't miss Mourning. It's simply brilliant.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
For 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.
In 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.
With its intriguing narrative that keeps you on your toes and some genuinely creative puzzles, Luto is a first-person psychological horror game like no other. It has an important message, but its dark subject matter means that it perhaps isn't suitable for those sensitive to themes of depression and suicide.
A short, yet fantastic horror game. A masterclass in storytelling and atmosphere.
If you love slow, atmospheric, cryptic, and introspective horror, and you're not afraid of getting lost in corridors that seem to go on forever, Luto is an experience worth trying.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Luto is a first-person horror game you won't forget anytime soon. For its debut title, Broken Bird Games takes a theme as natural as death to create a truly terrifying experience that plays with the player's mind in very clever ways.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
A truly wasted opportunity, the art direction of this game and even the plot had a lot of potential, but everything comes down when the gameplay is only a walking simulator, and the whole game ends in less than 3 hours.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Luto is a slow burn, yes, but that's exactly why it works so well. Every moment is deliberate, every sound and visual cue carefully placed to make you second-guess yourself. In a sea of horror games that rely on over-the-top monsters or constant loud noises, Luto stands out as something more thoughtful, more personal, and ultimately more haunting. I highly recommend it, just don't play it alone at night.
If you’re looking for a game that values atmosphere and lasting tension over immediate shocks, Luto delivers.
Having 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.
Now in its final form, Luto emerges as a compelling psychological horror. While clearly inspired by P.T., it carves out a distinct identity thanks to its deeply unsettling atmosphere. Rather than relying on cheap jumpscares, Luto builds tension through psychological discomfort, supported by a strong narrative, maze-like level design, and masterful spatial audio. Despite its simple gameplay, it delivers a haunting experience that proves psychological horror still has the power to surprise and resonate.
Review in Italian | Read full review
"A Journey into the Depths of Sadness" Luto is not just a horror game; it's a powerful psychological experience that deals with themes of sadness and anxiety in an unconventional artistic and narrative way. It combines a realistic visual style with exquisite audio to create a suffocating and contemplative atmosphere. Despite the simple gameplay, the depth of the symbolic messages and surreal acting make it an unforgettable experience for fans of quiet, experimental psychological horror. However, it's definitely not for everyone, especially those who prefer straightforward suspense or clear narrative.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
While it has specific merits—like a solid setting and well-paced puzzles—the game fails to transform these qualities into something truly memorable or frightening.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
While Luto is a beautiful game with experimental visuals and storytelling, holding an impactful message on the emptiness of grief, its pacing issues, inconsistent tone and lack of actual horror kill off the momentum set at the beginning of the game.