Yomawari 3 Announced as Lost in the Dark with Late October Release

Haunted Japanese Streets Create Familiar Horror

The top-down horror series Yomawari is getting a third entry! Yomawari: Lost in the Dark latest update was shared alongside a spooky trailer featuring some of the series’ signature take on Japanese monsters and ghosts. The trailer ends with a classic horror game release date – October 25th, 2022 on Steam, PS4, and Switch. Players in Europe and Oceania regions will see the game release on October 28th. 

While anyone can jump into the madness of wandering around as a vulnerable child in a yokai-infested town, fans will find familiar gameplay with new elements. For starters, players can now customize their character through hairstyles, clothes, and accessories. The game’s mechanics have also expanded with the ability to shut one’s eyes to avoid the gaze of spirits. Carefully maneuvering around demonic creatures, hiding, and listening to one’s heartbeat will remain a core part of the tense gameplay. 

What initially brought me into Yomawari back in the Vita days was the puzzle-box nature of unraveling the town’s twisted secrets and seeing all of the horrifying beasts and ghosts. There’s a deeply unsettling tone to the first two games that’s reminiscent of the best parts of Silent Hill or Fatal Frame. Those who are brave enough to search thoroughly might just see the ending; I sure didn’t finish the first one. 

Those into collecting physical releases of NIS titles will be delighted to learn that a Limited Edition for both the Nintendo Switch and PS4 was also revealed. This package features the game, a soundtrack of the Yomawari series, a pin set, an art card collection, and a collector’s box. The Limited Edition releases will both retail for $99.99 USD. 

Learn more about Yomawari: Lost in the Dark on the official website. Assets were used courtesy of official press materials.