LOST INSIDE Act 1
- April 6, 2024
- ayetoons
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Get on itch.io Store((*Story & Plot)) LOST INSIDE is a non-traditional, character-focused, action-adventure RPG about a human child who stumbles their way into the Spirit World. On their way home, the child comes to learn that this Spirit World is the home of countless friendly monsters who have been waiting for a prophesized hero to come and rescue them from a mysterious curse. Filled with whacky adventures, thi…
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Reviews
- The game features a charming narrative and a lovable cast of characters, making it an engaging experience.
- There is a surprising amount of gameplay variety, with interesting mechanics and fun battles that are not overly difficult.
- It's refreshing to see a passion project like this come together, showcasing creativity and authenticity in its design.
- Some players found the minigames to be too easy, suggesting a need for a steeper difficulty curve in future installments.
- The game is relatively short, with only about 2 to 3 hours of content, which may leave some players wanting more.
- There are a few rough edges in the game, typical of indie projects, which might affect the overall polish.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a surprising variety and depth, with interesting characters and mechanics that enhance the experience. While it takes about 15 minutes for the true gameplay to unfold, players are impressed by the complexity of the puzzles, which evolve beyond initial appearances. Overall, the game is seen as an ambitious and underrated project that successfully combines diverse elements.
“There's a surprising amount of gameplay variety, and it's inspiring to see an ambitious project like this actually come together.”
“This game is so underrated; there are a lot of interesting characters and mechanics.”
“It takes about 15 minutes before the true game begins, but it continues to add depth to the gameplay as you progress. I am impressed with some of the puzzles; they are not as basic as they seem at first.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a charming, down-to-earth aesthetic reminiscent of a passion project, with a nostalgic nod to the peak 90s movie theater carpet style. This unique visual approach has resonated well with users, who appreciate its fun and quirky design.
“Has a fun, down-to-earth aesthetic that you can only get from a passion project.”
“I enjoy the peak 90s movie theater carpet aesthetic.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is described as charming, complemented by cute characters and engaging minigames. While the battles present a steep difficulty curve, they remain enjoyable, adding to the overall appeal of the narrative experience.
“The characters are cute; the minigames are funny; the battles have a steep difficulty curve, but are fun and engaging nonetheless; and the story is charming.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its cute characters and funny minigames, which contribute to an overall charming story. Despite the steep difficulty curve in battles, players find them enjoyable and engaging, adding to the game's lighthearted tone.
“The characters are cute, the minigames are funny, and the story is charming.”
