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 surprising amount of gameplay variety and a charming narrative with lovable characters.
- It is a refreshing passion project that stands out in the indie RPG space, drawing inspiration from games like Undertale.
- The controls are user-friendly with WASD support, and the battles, while challenging, are engaging and fun.
- The game is relatively short, with only about 2 to 3 hours of content.
- Some minigames may be too easy, leading to a lack of challenge for certain players.
- There are a few rough edges typical of indie projects, which may affect the overall polish of the game.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % 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 expectations. Overall, the game is seen as an ambitious and underrated project.
“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; 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 so far impressed with some of the puzzles; they are not as basic as they seem at first.”
“Takes about 15 minutes before the true game begins; it continues to add depth to the gameplay as you go, and I am so far impressed with some of the puzzles. They are not as basic as they seem at first.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a charming, nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of 90s movie theater carpets, reflecting the unique style of a passion project. Users appreciate the fun and down-to-earth visuals, which contribute to the overall appeal of the game.
“Has a fun, down-to-earth aesthetic that you can only get from a passion project.”
“I like the aesthetic you have for your games.”
“I enjoy the peak 90s movie theater carpet aesthetic.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % 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.
“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.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its cute characters and amusing minigames, contributing to an overall charming story. While the battles present a steep difficulty curve, they remain enjoyable and engaging, adding to the game's lighthearted tone.
“The characters are cute, the minigames are hilarious, and the battles, despite their steep difficulty curve, are fun and engaging. The story is also quite charming.”
“The humor in the game is spot on, with witty dialogue and amusing situations that keep you entertained throughout.”
“I love how the game balances challenging gameplay with lighthearted humor, making every victory feel even more rewarding.”
