Call of the Elder Gods

Call of the Elder Gods

May 12, 2026

Nintendo Switch 2

Journey to the far corners of the Earth and unearth ancient horrors in this Lovecraftian narrative puzzle adventure and sequel to 2020’s critically acclaimed Call of the Sea.

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78.3

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Critic Reviews (35)

Alberto Lloret Hobby Consolas May 2026
82.0 /100

"Out of the Blue repeats its formula and delivers a great puzzle adventure that knows exactly what it&s;s doing and is aimed at a very specific audience."

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Alessandra Borgonovo IGN Italy May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a mature and highly rewarding evolution of the foundation laid by Call of the Sea. Out of the Blue Games delivers a vibrant, puzzle-driven adventure that explores Lovecraftian lore through a surprisingly intimate and …"

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80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a first-person adventure that wonderfully captures an otherworldly tone and the sense of mystery of its predecessor, and it nails the emotional core while giving its characters and puzzle design time to shine."

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Ben Sheene Digital Chumps May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"Call of the Elder Gods pulls from Lovecraftian mythos to create a pulpy puzzler that works to build off of 2020&s;s Call of the Sea. However, its intense head-scratchers with complex solutions can often clash with the pace of a …"

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Bobby Pashalidis Console Creatures May 2026
80.0 /100

"Call of the Elder Gods delivers a worldwide adventure with a tinge of mystery, crafting an experience which exceeds its predecessor. Aside from some pacing issues, the puzzles, the characters, and the story are elegantly pieced together. I came away …"

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Bram Noteboom Gameliner May 2026
60.0 /100

"Call of the Elder Gods succeeds as an entertaining puzzle game, but falls short of being truly memorable, mostly because of a boring plot."

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Bruno Ribeiro PSX Brasil May 2026
84.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"Call of the Elder Gods manages to deliver a consistent experience within its premise: a narrative adventure focused on mystery, atmosphere, and clever puzzles. The character writing, the Lovecraftian setting, and the gradual evolution of the puzzles make the campaign …"

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Chris Carter Destructoid May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

75.0

"From the developer of the out-of-nowhere indie hit Call of the Sea."

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Daniele Cucchiarelli The Games Machine May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

82.0

"The Cthulhu mythos resonates in Call of the Elder Gods, which closely follows the gameplay of its predecessor, Call of the Sea, but offers a more solid structure and an equally intriguing storyline. Some gameplay elements could have been better …"

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Ivanir Ignacchitti Hardcore Gamer May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

90.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a new adventure game from Out of the Blue Games. Following up on Call of the Sea, the game dives once again in its universe."

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James Paley COGconnected May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

80.0

"Elder Gods is crammed with gorgeous set pieces, clever puzzles, and engrossing writing."

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Jon Clarke DayOne May 2026
75.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"I went into Call of the Elder Gods with a little trepidation, because I’ve played quite a few narratively focused puzzle games of late, and I feared I was a little burnt out. Thankfully, it’s a worthy sequel. Call of …"

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Jordan Biordi CGMagazine May 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

68.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a decent enough game, but its storytelling and puzzle design leaves a little to be desired"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight May 2026
81.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

86.0

"Runs with the ball from Call of the Sea, including smart and satisfying puzzles, and throws in a fair amount of creepiness and surreal visions to boot"

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Kieran Singh Loot Level Chill May 2026
75.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

90.0

"Thanks to a generous hint system and another excellent story, Call of the Elder Gods, is a puzzle game that everyone can enjoy."

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Kim Snaith GameSpew May 2026
80.0 /100

"Beautiful and mysterious, Call of the Elder Gods is a must-play for any fan of puzzle games. It might not be quite as good as its predecessor in terms of story and setting, but it&s;s still absolutely worth your time, …"

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Kristina Žarkov Virtualni Kutak May 2026
90.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a confident and carefully crafted sequel that builds on the strengths of its predecessor, while delivering a rich Lovecraftian puzzle adventure rooted in strong atmosphere and smart design. While it occasionally struggles with pacing …"

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Maddie Fisher DualShockers May 2026
100.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

90.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a beautiful, haunting and sometimes funny first-person puzzle game. It has a strong focus on its world and characters, with fabulous writing and lovely voice acting. The puzzles are clever, offering a mix of …"

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Marcos del Amo TodoJuegos May 2026
81.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

81.0

"A brilliant and challenging narrative adventure, mixing science, Egyptian mythology, and cosmic horror through excellent puzzles, beautiful locations, and a deeply immersive soundtrack from start to finis"

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Marcus Stewart Game Informer May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

70.0

"Although it may not reach the heights of other narrative-puzzle contemporaries released since Call of the Sea, Call of the Elder Gods is still an entertaining test for your noggin, wrapped in an adequately engaging Lovecraft-inspired story."

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Mary Billington Video Chums May 2026
75.0 /100

"Call of the Elder Gods is a tough adventure puzzler that follows in the footsteps of the first game while expanding the memorable cast, story, and locations to create another enjoyable mystery that unfolds in unexpected ways. 📓"

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Mick Abrahamson But Why Tho? May 2026
85.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

86.0

"Out of the Blue has delivered another feast for the eyes and ears in a fun, chill puzzle game that still finds ways to balance the horrors of the beyond with the horrors of our own existence."

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Nathan Manoel Manual dos Games May 2026
60.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

58.0

Story

57.0

"Call of the Elder Gods presents good ideas and interesting puzzles, but the game falls a bit short and is heavily hindered by tiring gameplay and an art direction that feels uninspired at times, taking away much of the title’s …"

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Oscar Garcia Mompean NoesPaisparaFrikis May 2026
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

90.0

"Call of the Elder Gods viene a ser todo lo que se le exige a una secuela, que sea más y mejor. Y esto lo consigue sin mayores problemas."

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Riccardo Amalfitano 4News.it May 2026
79.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a successful sequel, particularly when judged on the strength of its world-building, the quality of its puzzles and the solidity of its authorial identity. It isn’t perfect: the attempt to expand on the formula …"

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Richard Walker Xbox Achievements May 2026
75.0 /100

"Call of the Elder Gods is a sequel to 2020&s;s Call of the Sea, and where in that game you played as Norah Everhart, on a search for her missing husb..."

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Saúl Blanco EntreMandos May 2026
75.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Call of the Elder Gods builds upon the foundations of Call of the Sea with clever puzzles, atmospheric storytelling and a striking cartoon-inspired art style. Its Lovecraftian mystery and satisfying puzzle design make it a compelling adventure from start to …"

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Sherman Castelo República DG May 2026
76.0 /100

"Call of the Elder Gods is a game with interesting ideas and a Lovecraftian atmosphere that works quite well once the narrative finally gains momentum. The setting and sense of discovery are engaging, especially for those who enjoy cosmic horror …"

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Steve C TheSixthAxis May 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

74.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a very good puzzle adventure game that continues the narrative of the first game and adds some interesting new characters to the mix. At its best it contains some of the most engaging and …"

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Terrence Johnson ZTGD May 2026
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

90.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a worthy successor to Call of the Sea in almost every way. Combining exploration with some stellar puzzles and gameplay the game manages to tell a wonderful story with a Lovecraftian twist."

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Victor Vitório GameBlast May 2026
80.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

65.0

"With equal emphasis on narrative and sequences of puzzles, Call of the Elder Gods makes good use of the Lovecraftian legacy, reinterpreting it with a presentation that dispenses with horror and prefers the mystery of adventure. It&s;s a game that …"

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Vikki McGowan Gamer Social Club May 2026
75.0 /100

Graphics

40.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

70.0

"I enjoyed my 5 hour playthrough of Call of the Elder Gods. The puzzles, environments, and voice acting were all fantastic and that’s all you really need for a fun weekend chomp of a title. However, the move from one …"

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Will "FncWill" Hogeweide Rectify Gaming May 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

75.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is not a horror game focused on combat or survival mechanics. It is a cerebral, atmospheric adventure that thrives on mystery, tension, and carefully constructed puzzles. At times its pacing and puzzle design can become …"

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Zahra Morshed NoobFeed May 2026
78.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

90.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is one of the best thought-out puzzle games of the last several years. It personalizes terrifying space stories and makes them sad and weirdly beautiful. This trip through lost cities and fractured memories is particularly …"

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Вадим Съедин GameMAG May 2026
70.0 /100

Graphics

15.0

Gameplay

15.0

Story

15.0

"Call of the Elder Gods is a perfectly worthy sequel to Call of the Sea, in which the authors shifted the focus toward varied and moderately challenging puzzles. The story also turned out to be quite engaging, though for some …"

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