Kalewala: Tale of Sampo

The game combines strategy gaming with strong storytelling elements. Excerpts from poems, classical art pieces and precise source references directly link the game’s events to the Kalevala. In addition to entertaining players, the game aims to create interest in its source material and to work as a learning tool. On the other hand, the game map implies that ancient Finnish beliefs extended beyond the myths of the Kalevala. The mood is melancholic. The overall themes include the human weaknesses and tragic nature of the Kalevala heroes, fatigue and diminishing resources.