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  • July 28, 2015

Lost Dimension

This thrilling game of high-stakes detective falls short narratively but remains strangely compelling throughout.
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68%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:character development, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
Critic Score 68%Based on 13 reviews

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PlayStationPlaystation Vita
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Lost Dimension is a single player role playing game. It received mostly positive reviews from critics.

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character development3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Unique and engaging combat system that offers a stiff challenge and deep progression.
  • High replay value due to different playthroughs and the innovative 'Traitor' mechanic.
  • Strong character design and individual backstories that enhance the overall experience.
  • Narrative lacks depth and ultimately falls flat, with poor pacing and reliance on tropes.
  • Technical issues such as lag, long loading times, and mediocre graphics detract from the experience.
  • Some players may find the lack of traditional RPG elements like side quests and powerful equipment disappointing.

  • story

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has been described as having potential but ultimately falls short, lacking depth and engagement, with some reviewers noting its generic nature and frustrating elements. While the game features lovable characters and an attractive art style that can enhance replayability, the narrative and character interactions are often criticized for being underdeveloped and unimportant. Overall, the story is seen as a mixed bag, with some players enjoying its originality while others find it lacking in substance.

    • “A fun detective-esque RPG that punishes and rewards at the same time through its original story and game mechanics.”
    • “Lacking RPG fundamentals like side quests and super-powered equipment will turn off some genre enthusiasts, but those who give it a chance will be captivated.”
    • “Those willing to invest will find that the lovable characters and attractive art style provide more than enough incentive to replay the game multiple times.”
    • “However, the story could have been much better and could have had a lot more depth to it.”
    • “The story has potential but fails to deliver, overshadowed by lag everywhere, long loading times, and mediocre graphics.”
    • “The story is back-loaded, characters don't really interact with one another, and the traitor identities are ultimately unimportant.”

  • gameplay

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its fun and unique mechanics, offering varied playthroughs and a deep combat system that enhances replay value. However, it suffers from some technical issues and relies on familiar tropes, leading to a mixed reception regarding its narrative execution and pacing. Overall, while the core gameplay is engaging, it occasionally falls into predictable patterns seen in other RPGs.

    • “It has a few technical problems here and there, but the core gameplay is really fun, and the unique playthroughs are a plus.”
    • “[Out of the box, creative mechanics, implemented largely well, leading to a unique confluence of narrative and gameplay; thoroughly deep combat system.]”
    • “Even with the addition of the traitor mechanic, Lost Dimension falls into the 'mostly seen it all before' category of role-playing games.”
    • “Awful writing that relies a lot on tropes, poor pacing near the end of the game, and some trivialization of its own mechanics.”
    • “A fun detective-esque RPG that punishes and rewards at the same time through its original story and game mechanics.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users noting lag, long loading times, and mediocre visuals. However, others appreciate the attractive art style and lovable characters, which enhance replayability despite the game's shortcomings in story and judgment mechanics.

    • “The lovable characters and attractive art style provide more than enough incentive to replay the game multiple times.”
    • “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
    • “Each character is beautifully designed, making the visuals a standout feature of the game.”
    • “Lag everywhere, long loading times, and mediocre graphics. The story has potential but ultimately fails.”
    • “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished.”
    • “Character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, noting that each playthrough offers a unique experience due to the diverse gift leveling system and the strategic "defer" and "assist" mechanics. This variety encourages multiple runs to explore different outcomes and strategies.

    • “The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two runs are the same, making it incredibly replayable.”
    • “With multiple character builds and story paths, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
    • “Every playthrough is different, giving it easy replay value. The gift leveling system is unique, along with the 'defer' and 'assist' mechanics.”
    • “The game lacks significant changes in story or gameplay on subsequent playthroughs, making it feel repetitive.”
    • “While the initial experience is enjoyable, there isn't enough variety to encourage multiple playthroughs.”

  • character development

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development in the game is praised for its brilliant design and unique style, complemented by an engaging combat system. Each character features standout individual backstories that enhance the overall narrative experience.

    • “The character design is brilliant, featuring a unique style and premise that truly stands out.”
    • “The engaging combat system complements the standout individual backstories of each character.”
    • “Each character's development is rich and immersive, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a novel concept and a great soundtrack that enhances the brisk pacing, ensuring that each player's experience with the audio will be unique.

    • “The game features a novel concept and a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The brisk pacing of the music keeps the gameplay engaging and dynamic.”
    • “Every player's experience will differ, but the music plays a crucial role in shaping those unique moments.”
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Lost Dimension is a role playing game.

Lost Dimension is available on PlayStation and PlayStation Vita.

Lost Dimension was released on July 28, 2015.

Lost Dimension has received mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Lost Dimension for its character development but disliked it for its story.

Lost Dimension is a single player game.

Similar games include Lost Dimension, Wildermyth, Geneforge 2 - Infestation, Fantasy Maiden Wars: Dream of the Stray Dreamer, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven and others.