Forever Lost: Episode 1

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Forever Lost: Episode 1 is a single player puzzle game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Glitch Games Ltd and was released on March 4, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Awaking in a mind you don’t know to a world you can’t remember. Surrounded by things that can’t be real, haunted by experiences long forgotten.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features engaging puzzles and a well-structured hint system, making it enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts.
The atmosphere and graphics are impressive, contributing to an immersive experience.
The story wraps up nicely, and the game offers a decent length when all episodes are combined.

Controls are slow and unresponsive, which can be frustrating during gameplay.
There are several bugs present, including issues with the camera and typing on terminals.
The balance between puzzle difficulty is uneven, with many straightforward puzzles that lack satisfaction.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally described as decent, with a smooth gameplay experience and an interesting storyline. While the first two games feature identical graphics and interfaces, the third game offers slightly improved visuals and interface. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the immersive experience, encouraging players to explore the game's visual depth.
- “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.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally 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.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
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 slow 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, and while you can turn off the music, it doesn't improve the overall experience.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its incredible and immersive environment, engaging story, and entertaining puzzles that enhance the overall experience. Players express excitement for continuing the journey in subsequent 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.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly nonlinear, enhancing the experience for puzzle adventure enthusiasts by allowing for varied exploration and problem-solving approaches.
- “The gameplay is very nonlinear, which works great for puzzle adventures.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making every session enjoyable.”
- “The variety of challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
- “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.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that the game has several stability issues, including bugs that prevent the deletion of pictures, unresponsive text input on computer terminals, and occasional radio malfunctions, along with other minor grievances.
- “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.”