Urban Legends: Survival is a horror and survival game created solely by developer Ashim Shakya. The game is set in a medieval-era version of Kathmandu valley, immersing players in a mysterious and eerie environment inspired by local urban stories and legends. As players explore this historical setting, they are faced with supernatural elements that challenge their ability to survive and progress.
The core gameplay involves navigating through the valley while avoiding detection by supernatural entities rooted in local urban legends. Players need to complete specific objectives that are crucial for waking up from this haunting experience and returning to their normal life simulation. The game emphasizes stealth and strategic thinking as players try to stay hidden from lurking dangers.
A key gameplay mechanic involves discovering and interacting with certain locations by torching ashes, which helps uncover a portal. This portal acts as a gateway to return to the player's familiar and comforting reality. Achieving this requires careful exploration and the solving of in-game puzzles, adding layers of challenge to the survival experience.
However, confronting or touching an urban evil within the game has severe consequences. Doing so causes the player's soul to be expelled from their body, making escape impossible in that moment. If this happens, their loved ones back home may never witness their return, adding a sense of peril and urgency to the gameplay. Overall, the game combines elements of horror, strategy, and cultural storytelling to create a tense and immersive experience.