Lost Civilization

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Lost Civilization is a single player casual puzzle game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Icarus Games and was released on April 15, 2014. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Lost Civilization" is an archaeology-themed adventure game, where you play as amateur archaeologist Sarah, racing to unearth the mystery of a forgotten civilization and rescue your kidnapped fiancé. The game features a haunting blend of puzzle-solving and investigation, with over 120 richly-detailed scenes and 30 interactive characters. Suitable for all skill levels, it offers a refreshing variety of challenges ranging from point-and-click adventuring to hidden object gameplay.

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47%

Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

story12 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a refreshing twist on hidden object gameplay, incorporating both traditional item finding and unique object placement puzzles.
The graphics are visually appealing, with well-designed scenes that enhance the overall experience.
Despite its simplicity, the game provides a fun and engaging experience for fans of the hidden object genre.

The story is clichéd and predictable, lacking depth and originality, which may disappoint players looking for a compelling narrative.
Technical issues, such as poor fullscreen scaling and occasional bugs, detract from the overall gameplay experience.
The puzzles are generally too easy and simplistic, leading to a lack of challenge and engagement for seasoned players.

story
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
77%
6%
The story in this hidden object game is generally perceived as clichéd and predictable, with many reviewers noting its lack of originality and depth. While some find the premise of searching for alien technology during WWII intriguing, the execution often feels disjointed and simplistic, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its shortcomings, a few players appreciated the graphics and the light-hearted nature of the narrative, making it a decent choice for casual gameplay.
- “The plot is an outlandish story of archaeologists searching for alien technology the Nazis were seeking in the last days of WWII to turn the tide of war.”
- “The story is interesting, although at one point I completely forgot what I was even supposed to be doing at the place I was at.”
- “The story is good and plenty of effort went into its production.”
- “The story is very hackneyed and nonsensical, and the genre -- white people as the messiahs for native Mexican problems -- really needs to be put to rest.”
- “The plot is a nearly invisible thread barely linking a bunch of disjointed, nonsensical puzzles together, and the hidden object scenes are weird and random.”
- “The premise of the story is rather standard and straightforward, but I find the plot progression to be absurd and at times, rather confusing.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
57%
13%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the visuals as well-done and colorful, while others criticize them for being low-resolution and lacking detail. Many players find the graphics adequate for the genre, but there are notable complaints about pixel hunting and poor animations. Overall, the game's visuals are seen as a highlight by some, but they are also described as below average or reminiscent of older titles by others.
- “I want to mention that the visuals in the game are well done.”
- “Good and clear graphics, art is very nice.”
- “The graphics look great and every scene is colorful, bright, and cheerful.”
- “Although the graphics are bad and there is a lot of pixel hunting, the game is good.”
- “Low-res graphics....”
- “Bad graphics, not HD; I bet a flash game could do better.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay has been described as disjointed, transitioning to a hidden-object format with simple puzzles and point-and-click elements, which some players found tedious. While the hint system and puzzle-skipping feature were appreciated, the overall experience was considered average, with easy puzzles and a lackluster story. Despite some enjoyable mechanics, many reviews noted that the gameplay felt repetitive and uninspired.
- “I also very much appreciated the hint system and the ability to skip puzzles - that mechanic is the reason I finished the game, because there was never any frustration at all.”
- “However, as I said before, the different puzzles are a very nice departure from pure hidden object gameplay with a story attached.”
- “The puzzles are kind of easy and the story is a little meh, but I had around 5 hours of gameplay due to the search of items in point-and-click segments with a ton of stuff on each scene.”
- “However, the overall gameplay and art that was reworked feels very disjointed.”
- “The type of gameplay was changed and now it's a hidden-object game with a few simple puzzles, minor point-and-click elements, and one odd very simple turn-based 2D stealth minigame.”
- “Gameplay is tedious; you might need some objects at locations where you rummaged before.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The music in the game is generally considered atmospheric and non-intrusive, with users noting that while it may not be particularly memorable, it does not detract from the experience. Sound effects are also described as decent, contributing positively to the overall audio experience.
- “Graphically it's okay to good for the genre in general - some fine locations, musically too.”
- “Music and voice are okay.”
- “The music is generally atmospheric without being overly repetitive or getting in the way.”
- “I'm not enthralled by the music, but it didn't grind on my nerves.”
- “The audio/music feels dubbed.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with slow map traversal and repetitive gameplay elements contributing to a frustrating experience. Many reviews highlight the lack of engaging content, with some puzzles and object retrieval feeling unnecessarily drawn out and silly. Overall, the grinding mechanics detract from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Slow trips on the map get tedious after a while.”
- “Gameplay is tedious; you might need some objects at locations where you rummaged before.”
- “Tedious puzzles.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has low replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “There isn't much incentive to play through the game again.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little reason to return.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by overly cheesy dialogue that attempts to be funny but often falls flat.
- “The dialogue is mega cheesy and tries to be funny at some parts, which adds to the charm of the game.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty one-liners and absurd situations throughout the game.”
- “The humor is delightfully quirky, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is enhanced by decent sound effects and generally immersive music that complements the experience without becoming repetitive or intrusive.
- “The sound effects are decent, and the music is generally atmospheric without being overly repetitive or intrusive.”
- “The game's atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into its world with every sound and note.”
- “The combination of visuals and audio creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after you stop playing.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have stability issues, with users experiencing visual bugs and overall performance problems, suggesting that it may not run smoothly on all systems.
- “A not particularly good and a bit buggy hidden object game.”
- “I don't know if it's just my system, but the game was visually buggy.”

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Lost Civilization is a casual puzzle game with mystery theme.

Lost Civilization is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Lost Civilization.

Lost Civilization was released on April 15, 2014.

Lost Civilization was developed by Icarus Games.

Lost Civilization has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Lost Civilization is a single player game.

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