LAN Party Adventures

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LAN Party Adventures is a single player simulation game. It was developed by LEAP Game Studios and was released on September 18, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

LAN Party Adventures is a nostalgic single-player game where you set up LAN parties in the year 2000, managing cables, speeds, and avoiding viruses. Uncover a mysterious story about missing friends through comic-style cutscenes, emails, and more. Balance job-sim tasks with a chill yet intriguing adventure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

story8 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game successfully captures the nostalgia of the late 90s and early 2000s, evoking fond memories of setting up computers and LAN parties.
It features a well-written story with clever details and humor, making it enjoyable for both older players and younger generations.
The gameplay is fluid and simple to understand, with engaging puzzles that provide a relaxing experience.

The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in just a few hours, leading to feelings of monotony and a lack of depth.
There are several bugs and control issues, such as clunky item interactions and problems with moving objects, which detract from the overall experience.
The story feels underdeveloped and rushed, with some plot points lacking coherence and leaving players unsatisfied by the ending.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
56%
12%
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some praising its intriguing and nostalgic elements, while others criticize it for being underdeveloped and rushed, leading to a lack of coherence and a disappointing ending. Many players appreciate the lighthearted tone and clever details, but note that the darker undertones often feel out of place. Overall, the narrative is seen as charming yet flawed, with language errors and pacing issues detracting from the experience.
- “A carefully-composed, well-written story, set in the times before steam and massive multiplayer online existed, full of clever details and with intrigue.”
- “There's even a storyline and it's actually quite captivating as you go deeper and try to find your missing friend.”
- “It has so much to like, a cute and incredibly nostalgic vibe, some interesting ideas, and a fine story with enough hooks and a classic 80s kids mystery movie vibe.”
- “The story is very underwhelming and it feels underdeveloped and rushed, as if the developers were trying to meet a deadline and left a lot of loose ends as a result.”
- “Some story beats feel kinda forced and is full of errors I wouldn't expect from a dev of this size, and no spoilers but the ending is pretty disappointing. I do hold the right to change my opinion later on because the game feels so close to being a great game, but it's just missing some major polish and overall feels undercooked to say the least.”
- “Also, I don't want to spoil the 'mystery' part, but this was the most lackluster, uninteresting, and boring part of the whole story.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is praised for its fluidity, simplicity, and engaging blend of light puzzles, exploration, and simulation mechanics, all enhanced by excellent graphics and atmospheric music. However, some players noted inconsistencies in the use of mechanics, such as the sudden reintroduction of the password feature after a long absence, and minor bugs affecting item interaction. Overall, the gameplay offers a relaxing yet challenging experience that provides a satisfying sense of achievement.
- “Its gameplay is fluid and simple to understand, the graphic quality is excellent and efficient, and the music is delightful and atmospheric.”
- “It wraps light puzzles, exploration, and simulation mechanics with great artistic direction, and is chock full of neat little references and jokes.”
- “The gameplay is both relaxing and challenging, which gives a nice sense of achievement.”
- “First in the tutorial level where they have you find and enter the modem password, and then the password mechanic does not appear for the next five (5!) levels until the last one where they expect you to enter it suddenly. Of course, by that point, you don't even think to do it because it was irrelevant for five (5!) levels. There's one level where you use cmd to remove viruses in between, but that's it.”
- “Mechanics/bugs: you can't pick up stuff if you're too close (why is that an issue?).”
- “The last thing I want to add is why bring in new mechanics if they are not consistently used afterwards?”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is consistently praised for being delightful and atmospheric, providing a pleasant backdrop that enhances the gameplay experience without being distracting. It serves as effective "zone-out" music, allowing players to focus on their tasks while enjoying the auditory ambiance.
- “Its gameplay is fluid and simple to understand, the graphic quality is excellent and efficient, and the music is delightful and atmospheric.”
- “It helps that the music is really nice zone-out music.”
- “The music is pleasant and not distracting, so you can focus on the tasks you need to complete.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its excellent graphic quality and delightful music, which together create a fluid and engaging experience that is easy to understand.
- “The gameplay is fluid and simple to understand, the graphic quality is excellent and efficient, and the music is delightful and atmospheric.”
- “The atmosphere immerses you completely, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and an evocative soundtrack creates a truly captivating atmosphere.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that while the game evokes nostalgia for small LAN parties, the grinding elements can feel more tedious compared to the past, though this may not detract from the overall experience.
- “Grinding feels like an endless chore, making progress feel more like a punishment than a reward.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game, turning it into a mindless task.”
- “I find myself spending more time grinding than actually enjoying the game, which is incredibly frustrating.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is highlighted as funny and interesting, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. However, players note that enjoyment may vary depending on their affinity for the game's premise, which could lead to moments of boredom for some.
- “The game features a funny and interesting story, and the gameplay is fun and engaging.”
- “The humor in the game keeps you entertained throughout, making even the mundane moments enjoyable.”
- “The witty dialogue and hilarious scenarios had me laughing out loud while playing.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate when games exhibit emotional depth and cultural authenticity, as these elements enhance the overall experience and connection to the narrative. Such qualities allow for a more immersive and relatable journey, resonating with players on a personal level.
- “The emotional depth and cultural authenticity in this game truly resonate with players.”
- “I was deeply moved by the characters' journeys and the emotional weight of their stories.”
- “The game masterfully captures the essence of human emotions, making every moment feel impactful.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their excellent quality and efficiency, contributing to a fluid and engaging gameplay experience. Overall, users find the visual presentation to be good and well-executed.
- “Its gameplay is fluid and simple to understand, the graphic quality is excellent and efficient, and the music is delightful and atmospheric.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably problematic, with users reporting frequent bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly if tasks are not completed in the correct order. This has led to significantly longer playtimes than intended, indicating a need for improvements in stability.
- “This only took me 6 hours because of bugs and glitches (don't do things out of order or else it may break the game!). Otherwise, it would've taken 3.5-4 hours.”