Lost Civilization

46%
Game Brain Score Based on 87 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"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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  • Windows
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46%
Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews
story12 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game features a variety of hidden object scenes and puzzles, including innovative mechanics like placing items back into scenes, which adds some freshness to the gameplay.
  • The graphics are visually appealing, with well-drawn backgrounds and decent audio, contributing to an overall pleasant atmosphere.
  • The hint system is effective and allows players to progress without frustration, making it accessible for casual gamers.
  • The story is weak and often nonsensical, with a clichéd plot that fails to engage players, leading to a lack of emotional investment in the characters.
  • Gameplay is overly simplistic, with puzzles that are too easy and a lack of challenge, making the experience feel shallow and unfulfilling.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and crashes, which detract from the overall enjoyment and can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • story69 mentions

    The story in this game is generally perceived as weak and clichéd, often described as a standard and straightforward premise involving archaeologists searching for alien technology during WWII. While some players found the plot intriguing and the production quality decent, many criticized it for being simplistic, confusing, and lacking depth, with easy puzzles that detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative fails to elevate the gameplay, leaving it feeling disjointed and underdeveloped.

    • “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.”
    • “It is very easy, but the story is good and plenty of effort went into its production.”
    • “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 premise of the story is rather standard and straightforward, but I find the plot progression to be absurd and at times, rather confusing.”
    • “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 story is the biggest problem I have with this game.”
  • graphics30 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as well-done, colorful, and engaging, while others criticize them for being low-resolution and reminiscent of older titles. Overall, the graphics are considered adequate to good for the genre, though they may not meet the expectations of all players, particularly those seeking high-definition quality. Despite the graphical shortcomings, many agree that the visuals contribute positively to the overall experience.

    • “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.”
  • gameplay13 mentions

    The gameplay has been described as disjointed and tedious, primarily revolving around hidden-object mechanics with simple puzzles and a few point-and-click elements. While some players appreciated the hint system and the ability to skip puzzles, making the experience less frustrating, the overall gameplay is considered average, with easy puzzles and a lackluster story. Despite some positive aspects, many reviews highlight the repetitive nature of the gameplay and the need for improvement in its execution.

    • “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.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered atmospheric and non-intrusive, with users noting that while it may not be particularly captivating, it does not detract from the experience. Sound effects are 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.”
    • “Graphically it's okay to good for the genre in general - some fine locations, musically too (not enthralled by the music, but it didn't grind on my nerves, so a +).”
    • “Audio/music: dubbed?”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with slow map traversal and repetitive gameplay elements that can become frustrating over time. Many also note that the lack of engaging content, such as voiceovers and meaningful interactions, contributes to the overall sense of monotony.

    • “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.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game has been reported to have stability issues, with users experiencing visual bugs and overall poor performance, 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.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    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 after finishing it.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little reason to return.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is often perceived as cheesy, with attempts at being funny that may not resonate with all players.

    • “The dialogue is incredibly cheesy and tries to be funny in 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 over-the-top, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game 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 stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack.”
    • “Every corner of the environment feels alive, creating a rich and engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
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