Lost Alone Ep.1 - Sorellina | Game Brain

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Lost Alone Ep.1 - Sorellina is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Daniele Doesn't Matter and was released on December 21, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

story13 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Great atmosphere with engaging puzzles and a captivating storyline that keeps players invested.
Excellent jump scares that effectively enhance the horror experience, making it thrilling and enjoyable.
Impressive for a solo developer, showcasing high-quality graphics and a well-crafted narrative.

Frequent issues with battery and resource management, leading to frustration during gameplay.
Technical problems such as frame rate drops and bugs that can disrupt the gaming experience.
Lack of a save function, which can result in losing progress due to crashes or game-breaking bugs.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is widely praised for its engaging and heartfelt narrative, complemented by a creepy atmosphere and effective jump scares. While some players noted a slow start and occasional cheesy cutscenes, the overall experience is described as dark and compelling, with puzzles that enhance the storytelling. Many recommend experiencing all episodes for a complete understanding of the plot's twists and emotional depth.
- “Great story, great atmosphere, and there were a few really good jump scares.”
- “The story was heart-wrenching and really dark but really makes you want to keep playing to learn more.”
- “If you enjoy a walking simulator game with heavy puzzles and a very story-driven narrative, you will enjoy this title.”
- “The story is not for the faint-hearted.”
- “It takes a bit to get into the story, but as the first game of a trilogy, it's a build-up title.”
- “There's occasional cheesy cutscenes which I thought were a bit clumsy but told the story well enough.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
38%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, enhanced by excellent sound design and graphics that elevate it above typical horror titles. Reviewers highlight a well-balanced mix of jump scares, atmospheric tension, and engaging puzzles that contribute to a sense of dread and intrigue throughout the experience. Overall, the game's ominous and moody setting effectively draws players into its unsettling narrative.
- “Good mix of jump scares, atmospheric tension, and 'what did I just see?'”
- “The game has been rebuilt and what an amazing job; the atmosphere settings and graphic design are spot on and surpass those of many generic horror games.”
- “The puzzles are simple yet enjoyable, and the overall atmosphere is ominous and moody.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the tension and immersion that I expected.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real sense of fear or excitement.”
- “The environment is lifeless, making it hard to get lost in the experience or feel any connection to the story.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and atmospheric design, with many reviewers noting that it surpasses typical horror game visuals. However, some players experienced significant frame rate drops, even on high-end hardware, and had to adjust settings to achieve smoother gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are impressive, performance issues detract from the experience for some users.
- “Beautiful graphics.”
- “The game has been rebuilt and what an amazing job; the atmosphere settings and graphic design are spot on and surpass those of many generic horror games.”
- “I experienced huge constant frame rate drops down into the 30s no matter what graphic setting I used with my RTX 3080 and i9 processor.”
- “Changing the graphic settings also seemed to do absolutely nothing.”
- “I had to change the graphic setting from ultra to high to make gameplay smooth, but it still looked great.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The gameplay is characterized by engaging mechanics, effective jumpscares, and a blend of item collection and backtracking, complemented by thought-provoking puzzles that enhance the experience. While some players needed to adjust graphic settings for optimal performance, the overall gameplay remains smooth and visually appealing.
- “Some good jumpscares and interesting gameplay.”
- “Story, atmosphere, and the different mechanics. Sure, there is some item collecting and backtracking, but there are a couple of thinking puzzles to make you slow down and concentrate on something other than terror.”
- “Gameplay is smooth.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its combination of impactful jump scares and a deeply heartfelt storyline, which many players find both dark and compelling, driving them to continue playing to uncover more of the narrative.
- “Great jump scares with an amazing heartfelt storyline.”
- “The story was heart-wrenching and really dark, but it makes you want to keep playing to learn more.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, citing issues like limited inventory space that forces them to repeatedly backtrack for items, as well as a frustratingly quick depletion of resources like light and batteries. While the game boasts good graphics and frame rates, these mechanics detract from the overall experience.
- “It looks like it could have been a decent game; it has nice frame rate and nice graphics, but it is very tedious. Psychological horror game developers should give us a permanent torch; I hate having the 'light' keep running out on me all the time in these games.”
- “You also run out of batteries/oil way too quickly, and the inventory system is extremely limited, forcing you to tediously store items in stashes around the house and then return to gather them later.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant optimization issues, including stuttering and bugs, which detract from the overall experience. However, some players find the engaging gameplay makes these problems easier to overlook.
- “I was hopeful at first with this series, but it quickly became clear that this is just another poorly optimized and buggy indie horror game.”
- “There are stuttering issues, but it's easy to look past that due to the gameplay being fun.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features enjoyable humor that adds to the overall experience, with players noting moments that elicit genuine laughter, such as the amusing portrayal of a creepy doll. Many feel that the humor enhances the value of the game, making it a worthwhile investment.
- “There is also some great humor too :) For the game price, it is absolutely worth the journey.”
- “The creepy doll made me laugh.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been praised for its great soundtrack, but some users have experienced technical issues that prevent them from enjoying it, such as the game failing to start after the initial song.
- “Great soundtrack!!!”
- “I want my money back. I really wanted to play this, but I can't when I start the game. That Italian song ends, and the game is about to start, but then it goes black and doesn't start. I waited a long time and tried to fix it, but no.”
- “The music is repetitive and gets annoying very quickly. It feels like there are only a few tracks that loop endlessly.”
- “The soundtrack is disappointing and lacks variety. I expected more engaging music to enhance the gameplay experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its lack of stability, with users reporting poor optimization and numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience.
- “I was hopeful at first with this series, but it quickly became clear that this is just another poorly optimized and buggy indie horror game.”