Forever Lost: Episode 1
- March 4, 2019
- Glitch Games Ltd
Forever Lost: Episode 1 is a first-person point-and-click adventure game, inspired by classic 2D games and modern culture. You awaken in a mysterious world with no memory of how you got there, and must solve puzzles and uncover secrets to escape. With its impressive visual and sound design, and Glitch's signature humor, the game offers a unique and immersive experience for players. The goal is to find answers to your questions and discover your identity while trying to escape from the strange world.
Reviews
- The game features engaging puzzles that require observation and critical thinking, making it enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts.
- The atmosphere and story are well-crafted, providing a compelling experience that keeps players invested.
- The interface is fluid and navigation is easy, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- Controls are slow and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
- There are several bugs present, including issues with deleting pictures and inputting text, which detracts from the experience.
- The balance between puzzle difficulty is uneven, with many straightforward puzzles that may not provide a satisfying challenge.
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally described as decent, with the first two games featuring identical quality and interfaces, while the third game offers slight improvements in visuals and interface. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the smooth gameplay and engaging storyline, though some users noted the need for exploration to fully appreciate the visuals.
“Graphics and gameplay were fairly smooth, and the storyline was interesting.”
“The graphics are decent, and the puzzles are challenging enough.”
“In depth nonetheless, and the game inception was clever - just be sure to explore it in its entirety and keep in mind some of its visuals.”
“The first two games have identical interfaces and the same graphics quality; the third one has a slightly better interface and visuals.”
“In depth nonetheless, and game inception was clever - just be sure to explore it in its entirety and keep in mind some of its visuals.”
- story4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its interesting narrative and satisfying conclusion, with players appreciating the atmospheric setting and engaging puzzles that enhance the overall experience. Many express excitement for future episodes, indicating a strong investment in the storyline.
“I liked how the story wrapped up really nicely in the end.”
“I really enjoyed it and found the atmosphere, story, and puzzles to be great.”
“The puzzles are entertaining, the environment is incredible and atmospheric, and the story is interesting. I am excited to jump back into it in episodes 2 and 3.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its nostalgic qualities reminiscent of the Myst series. However, some users find the option to turn off the music beneficial, especially when frustrated by the game's controls. Overall, the soundtrack is considered above average.
“The music is well above average.”
“I'm getting myst vibes from the music, which brings a nice sense of nostalgia.”
“The slowness of the controls is maddening, even though you can turn off the music.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the incredible and immersive environment that enhances the engaging story and entertaining puzzles. This combination creates a compelling experience that leaves players eager for future episodes.
“I really enjoyed it and found the atmosphere, story, and puzzles to be great.”
“The puzzles are entertaining, the environment is incredible and atmospheric, and the story is interesting. I am excited to jump back into it in episodes 2 and 3.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly nonlinear, enhancing the experience for puzzle adventure enthusiasts by allowing for greater exploration and varied problem-solving approaches.
“The gameplay is very nonlinear, which works great for puzzle adventures.”
“The mechanics are intuitive and allow for creative problem-solving.”
“The variety of challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
“The gameplay is very nonlinear, which doesn't always work well for puzzle adventures.”
“The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is inconsistent, leading to moments of boredom and confusion.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game has several stability issues, including bugs related to deleting pictures, unresponsive text input on computer terminals, and radio malfunctions, alongside a few other minor problems that need to be addressed.
“Some bugs need to be ironed out, such as the inability to delete pictures taken, issues with typing on the computer terminals where no text is inputted, and a few other minor grievances.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without constant restarts.”
“I experienced several glitches that disrupted gameplay, including characters getting stuck and missions failing to trigger.”