Games like One-Eyed Likho

Steam reviews

What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and Slavic folklore setting but find the walking and puzzles thin, with a weak ending and story repetition.

Most reviewers recommend One-Eyed Likho, mainly for its atmosphere, black-and-white art, Russian voice acting and its folklore, which many players enjoy as a rare setting. Many players like the eerie environments and the matches mechanic, which is used to light the way and burn obstacles. The puzzles are generally considered simple, and some players find the game more walking simulator than horror, with few real scares and only short chase sequences. Common complaints are repetitive reading of folk tales, thin story development, a disappointing ending and a short runtime of around five hours. Some reviewers find the black-and-white visuals dull or hard to read. Recent reviews are more mixed than the older helpful ones, with a few players calling the gameplay tedious or empty.

Who it suits

Suits players who enjoy slow, atmospheric walking games with folklore, mythology and literary storytelling, and who do not need much challenge or scares.

Who should skip it

Players wanting real horror, complex gameplay or a satisfying story payoff should skip it, as should those who dislike monochrome visuals and heavy reading.

Short vs. long playtime: Players with more hours tend to notice repetition and the thin gameplay more, while those with short playtimes often praise the atmosphere and short length.

Summarised by AI from 67 Steam reviews (English, helpful and recent), as of Oct 28, 2026.