Invasion: Lost in Time
- September 25, 2020
- Itera Laboratories
Get on SteamPlay a great science fiction based hidden object adventure. Travel back in time with alien technology and infringe a sinister invasion plan of an alien race that wants to conquer the world. Find hundreds of hidden objects and solve fiddly mini games. While exploring an ancient Egyptian tomb, Mike discovers a strange sarcophagus containing human remains. Much to his shock, the body very closely …
Reviews
- The game features a wide variety of unique puzzles and mini-games that are enjoyable and complement the storyline well.
- The artwork and graphics are visually appealing, creating an engaging atmosphere.
- The absence of voice acting is seen as a positive by some players, allowing them to focus on the gameplay.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, making it frustrating to play and often requiring force quits.
- The user interface is poorly designed, leading to issues with inventory management and item interactions.
- The story is considered uninteresting and unattractive, detracting from the overall experience.
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the engaging storyline and its integration with puzzles and mini-games, others find certain narratives unconvincing or distracting, particularly when story text interrupts gameplay. Overall, the quality of the story varies significantly among different titles.
“The puzzles and games complement the story very well.”
“An exciting casual quest with a variety of mini-games and hidden objects.”
“In addition, the game has a good storyline.”
“Unfortunately, 'Invasion: Lost in Time' comes with an unbelievable, unattractive story.”
“Putting lines of story text during the middle of a puzzle is annoying; I like to concentrate on the puzzle when I'm doing a puzzle.”
“Story is ok.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their excellent artwork and engaging story, contributing to a visually appealing experience. Users also suggest experimenting with integrated and GPU graphics settings for optimal performance on laptops.
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
“The artwork is excellent, adding depth to the overall experience.”
“The story and artwork complement each other beautifully.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting an unstable engine that leads to frequent freezes and display glitches. While some compatibility tweaks may allow it to run, persistent bugs, especially during puzzles and object interactions, often require force-quitting to resolve. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern for players.
“Insanely buggy game engine.”
“You can get it to run if you tweak some compatibility settings, but an entire host of annoying display glitches will remain.”
“It constantly glitches out on puzzles or when I pick up an object, and the only way to fix it is to force-quit the game.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for being unobtrusive yet captivating, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers note that it has a cinematic quality, likening it to the soundtrack of a good science fiction film.
“Fascinating puzzles and good, unobtrusive music.”
“Another plus is the background music.”
“This music would fit very well in a good science fiction movie.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with users rating it a solid 4 out of 5. Players appreciate the engaging mechanics and smooth controls, which contribute to an enjoyable gaming experience. However, some may find areas for improvement in depth or variety.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with many users noting that it effectively enhances the experience through its immersive environment and engaging puzzles.
“The game is filled with intricate puzzles that enhance the immersive atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is captivating, drawing you into the world with every detail.”
“Each puzzle contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that keeps you on your toes.”
