LONER

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LONER is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by LTZinc and was released on April 3, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Loner" is a 2D quest game set in an open world where players assume the role of Aline, a student determined to prove the existence of aliens. The game features mini-quests, small puzzles, and conversations with various characters to help uncover clues. As players progress, they will assemble a slot ball and potentially find evidence of extraterrestrial life, resulting in unforgettable adventures.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a sweet story about a girl named Alina who dreams of proving the existence of aliens, which adds a unique charm.
The graphics and music are delightful, enhancing the overall experience despite the limited gameplay.
There are multiple endings to discover, providing some replay value and intrigue to the narrative.

The game suffers from poor grammar and numerous bugs, which detracts from the overall experience.
The gameplay is minimal and can feel more like a visual novel than an RPG, leading to a lack of engagement.
Many players found the initial experience confusing and frustrating, particularly with the language settings and overall pacing.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story centers around Alina, a student determined to prove the existence of aliens, showcasing her journey to find her place in the world. Players engage with the narrative through main and additional quests that enhance the plot, leading to two different endings. Overall, the narrative is described as sweet and engaging, with a focus on character development and exploration.
- “A sweet story with a girl starring who fought for her place in the world.”
- “In general, Loner is a story about a student named Alina, who sincerely believes and dreams of proving to everyone that aliens exist.”
- “An interesting story with two different endings.”
- “The gameplay boils down to running around the locations and interacting with the NPCs to complete the main story quests; there are also additional quests that expand the plot at least a little.”
- “In general, 'Loner' is a story about a student named Alina, who sincerely believes and dreams of proving to everyone that aliens exist.”
- “The gameplay boils down to running around the locations and interacting with the NPCs to complete the main story quests; there are also additional quests that expand the plot at least a little.”
gameplay
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The gameplay primarily involves exploring locations and interacting with NPCs to complete main story quests, along with some additional quests that offer minor plot expansion. However, many users feel that the game lacks depth, describing it as largely devoid of substantial gameplay elements despite its appealing graphics and music.
- “Click the video above to see some of the gameplay mechanics and hear my thoughts on the game.”
- “The gameplay boils down to running around the locations and interacting with the NPCs to complete the main story quests; there are also additional quests that expand the plot at least a little.”
- “The graphics and music are a delight in a game really bereft of actual gameplay.”
- “The gameplay boils down to running around the locations and interacting with the NPCs to complete the main story quests; there are also additional quests that expand the plot at least a little.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for being delightful, enhancing the overall experience despite the lack of engaging gameplay. However, some users find it repetitive, particularly criticizing the use of default RPG Maker tracks, which contributes to a sense of boredom.
- “Most boring 20 minutes ever, default RPG Maker music included.”
- “The graphics and music are a delight in a game really bereft of actual gameplay.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics and music are highly praised, providing a delightful experience, even though the game itself lacks substantial gameplay.
- “The graphics and music are a delight in a game really bereft of actual gameplay.”