Lost Eden

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Lost Eden is a single player and multiplayer action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Cryo Interactive and was released on February 13, 2017. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In Lost Eden, play as Adam, the last of the Adamites, in a quest to save your kind from extinction. Solve puzzles and engage in real-time battles to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Nebirds and their advanced technology. With a unique blend of adventure and strategy, experience a captivating story set in a beautifully rendered prehistoric world.

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Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

music15 positive mentions

optimization1 negative mentions

Engaging story with themes of loss, reconciliation, and cooperation, featuring a unique blend of humans and intelligent dinosaurs.
Outstanding audio design, particularly the atmospheric soundtrack by Stéphane Picq, which enhances the overall experience.
Nostalgic charm and memorable characters, making it a beloved classic for those who played it in the 90s.

Gameplay can feel repetitive and slow, especially in the middle sections, which may frustrate modern players seeking faster-paced experiences.
Graphics and animations are dated, reflecting the limitations of mid-90s technology, which may not appeal to new players.
Some technical issues, such as freezing and bugs during gameplay, can detract from the overall experience.

music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game, composed by Stéphane Picq, is widely regarded as one of its standout features, praised for its atmospheric melodies that evoke a range of emotions and enhance the overall experience. Players frequently highlight the soundtrack's ability to establish mood during exploration and storytelling, making it an unforgettable aspect of their gaming memories. Despite some criticisms of the graphics and gameplay, the music remains a beloved and integral part of the game's charm.
- “The soundtrack, composed by Stéphane Picq, is often cited as one of the game’s highlights, using atmospheric melodies to evoke mystery, melancholy, and awe.”
- “The music plays a crucial role in establishing mood during exploration and story beats, and for many players it is inseparable from their memory of the game.”
- “Graphics are awful, but the soundtrack still haunts me to this day.”
- “The music and art manage to walk the fine line between unsettling and beautiful.”
- “That issue aside the graphics, music and voice overs are there, sadly no German voice overs in this Steam version, now that I played the game in English for the first time I can safely say the voice overs in German were superior for some key characters.”
story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its engaging narrative, unique setting, and well-developed characters, offering a blend of cooperation and adventure in a world where dinosaurs and humans coexist. While some players find the gameplay repetitive, the story's depth and the emotional resonance of its themes, combined with a memorable soundtrack, create a compelling experience that resonates with many. Despite dated graphics and some outdated mechanics, the storytelling remains a standout feature that captivates players.
- “Creepy game with an engaging story and a terrifying antagonist.”
- “Anyway, it is such a wonderful story, about cooperation, acceptance, bravery (and cowardice), strength, and humility.”
- “The controls are outdated, the voice acting is subpar and the story is... well laughable.”
- “At that point, Lost Eden becomes a bit of a grind and feels like the story, a.k.”
- “While there are light strategy elements tied to rebuilding citadels and unifying factions, these systems are intentionally abstract, serving the story rather than overwhelming it with mechanical complexity.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by exploration and dialogue rather than traditional puzzles or combat, with light strategy elements that support the narrative. While some players find the mechanics slow and repetitive, the game's strengths lie in its atmosphere, worldbuilding, and storytelling, appealing particularly to fans of classic adventure games. Overall, it offers a nostalgic experience, though it may not satisfy those seeking modern gameplay conveniences or challenges.
- “Gameplay unfolds primarily through exploration and dialogue rather than traditional puzzles or combat.”
- “While there are light strategy elements tied to rebuilding citadels and unifying factions, these systems are intentionally abstract, serving the story rather than overwhelming it with mechanical complexity.”
- “Its strengths lie less in challenge or mechanical depth and more in atmosphere, worldbuilding, and the sense of embarking on a meaningful journey through an unusual setting.”
- “While the story of the game is quite unique and shows dinosaurs and humans living and working together, the gameplay itself is very repetitive.”
- “From a modern perspective, the game’s pacing and mechanics can feel slow or repetitive.”
- “It freezes at the exact same point in the gameplay, even on future attempts to play, so progress is impossible.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its age of over 25 years, yet many players appreciate the retro charm and impressive animations for the time. While some find the visuals lacking, others feel they hold up well within the context of the game's nostalgic value and overall world-building. The soundtrack and voice acting, however, continue to receive praise for enhancing the gaming experience.
- “Even though the graphics may seem outdated, this game still holds up well, and the animation is impressive for its time.”
- “One of my favorite classic PC games of all time—the mesmerizing soundtrack and surrealist graphics are simply amazing even to this day.”
- “Graphics are awful, but the soundtrack still haunts me to this day.”
- “The graphics and sound quality are much to be expected for the time.”
- “Granted, the graphics are dated, but I hope people can appreciate just how good the animations and world-building are in this story for a game over 25 years old.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of "Lost Eden" is characterized by its experimental blend of exploration, narrative decision-making, and cinematic presentation, reminiscent of early CD-ROM gaming. The evocative soundtrack by Stéphane Picq enhances the game's sense of mystery and melancholy, contributing to its rich worldbuilding and immersive experience, despite the gameplay being relatively light and simplistic. Overall, the game excels in creating a captivating atmosphere, though it may lack depth in mechanics and character development.
- “Rather than adhering strictly to the conventions of point-and-click adventures or strategy games, Lost Eden weaves together exploration, narrative decision-making, light strategic elements, and cinematic presentation to create an experience that feels experimental, atmospheric, and deeply rooted in the era of early CD-ROM gaming.”
- “The soundtrack, composed by Stéphane Picq, is often cited as one of the game’s highlights, using atmospheric melodies to evoke mystery, melancholy, and awe.”
- “Its strengths lie less in challenge or mechanical depth and more in atmosphere, worldbuilding, and the sense of embarking on a meaningful journey through an unusual setting.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report mixed stability experiences, noting occasional bugs and freezing issues, particularly at a specific point in gameplay that renders progress impossible. While some minor glitches were encountered, the game generally functions well aside from these critical stability concerns.
- “I found no glitches aside from some difficulty closing the game after you die; I had to hit the Windows key and right-click the icon on the taskbar to close it.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any major issues, providing a stable experience throughout.”
- “I appreciate the consistent performance; there were no crashes or significant bugs during my playthrough.”
- “But an hour or two in, the game freezes.”
- “It freezes at the exact same point in the gameplay, even on future attempts to play, so progress is impossible.”
- “A little buggy in some spots.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its earnest narrative that explores themes of loss, reconciliation, and cooperation, presenting dinosaur characters as complex cultures rather than mere monsters. Longtime fans commend its originality and music, often expressing nostalgia and emotional resonance, with some even moved to tears by the memories it evokes.
- “The narrative is surprisingly earnest, touching on themes of loss, reconciliation, and cooperation, and it treats its dinosaur characters not as mere monsters but as fully realized cultures with their own beliefs, conflicts, and personalities.”
- “Longtime fans often praise Lost Eden for its originality, music, and emotional impact, appreciating the chance to revisit a formative experience from gaming’s past.”
- “I cried when I saw it on Steam; what memories!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for occasional stuttering and hiccups during gameplay, as well as a significant issue where players may become stuck when attempting to exit after completing the game.
- “Performance-wise, sometimes it stutters or hiccups for a brief second before continuing. I had to alt+F4 out of the game after beating it since it got stuck trying to load a non-existent scenario when trying to exit out of the credits.”