Lost Lands 1
- January 15, 2015
- FIVE-BN GAMES
- 6h median play time
Lost Lands 1 is a captivating adventure game that combines a beautiful story with phenomenal game mechanics and compelling visuals. The game's stellar music immerses players in the mysterious world of the Lost Lands, while the gameplay can be somewhat grindy. Overall, Lost Lands 1 invites players to embark on an unforgettable journey in a land full of wonders and challenges. Begin your adventure today and uncover the secrets of the Lost Lands!
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and an engaging storyline that keeps players invested.
- Puzzles are challenging but not overly difficult, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
- The game is free to play with no intrusive ads, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.
- Hints are limited, and players may find themselves stuck without the option to earn more hints without spending money.
- Some objects are difficult to see due to their size or the dark environments, making it frustrating to progress.
- The hint system can sometimes direct players to locations without providing useful guidance on what to do next.
- story367 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for being engaging and well-crafted, with many players appreciating its intriguing plot and beautiful graphics. While some find the storyline to be somewhat cliché or simple, it effectively keeps players invested and complements the puzzle-solving elements. Overall, the narrative is seen as a strong aspect of the game, enhancing the overall experience despite occasional frustrations with puzzle difficulty and item placement.
“The story is amazing.”
“It's rare to see a game with not just outstanding graphics, but also a fantastically creative storyline.”
“The storyline is engaging, the graphics are great, and you don't have to pay to play unless you want to buy additional hints.”
“Follow a really bad storyline by clicking every centimeter of your screen in order to find stuff in unlikely places to complete random and very easy puzzles - I guess this sums this game up!”
“The storyline is very simple.”
“There is a boring storyline that doesn't attract attention; it's like a long drawn-out movie where you're waiting for that grip that never comes.”
- graphics289 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 16 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and high quality, with many reviewers noting the impressive artwork and animations that enhance the overall experience. While some users mention minor issues such as small image sizes or occasional blurriness, the majority find the visuals to be engaging and immersive, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, elevating the gameplay and storyline.
“The graphics are truly awesome and the animation is top notch.”
“Its graphics are great, its imagery is amazing, just the right kind of rich dark classic fantasy setting.”
“The graphics are beautiful, I don't have to watch ads and I really enjoy solving the puzzles.”
“It was a little difficult to figure out the graphics and what is written or pictured while dealing with puzzles due to the small size of pictures or written material, and there was no option to zoom in.”
“Low quality graphics during scripted bits, extremely expensive clues, and some issues with clicking during discovery stages.”
“Cutscene graphics could improve though.”
- monetization148 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the option to play for free without mandatory purchases. While there are opportunities to buy hints or watch ads for additional help, these are not forced upon players, allowing for a more enjoyable gaming experience. Overall, players commend the developers for creating a game that respects their time and attention by minimizing ads and offering optional in-game purchases.
“Amazing game, no ads and no need to spend any money, interesting story, pretty long, too, I definitely wasn't expecting to have so much fun when I first downloaded it.”
“No ads, and just lots of fun.”
“Great game, no ads whatsoever (although I wouldn't mind watching an ad in exchange for an occasional hint when you get stuck) and no ridiculous energy system limiting gameplay time.”
“Way too many ads and the puzzles start to become a complete waste of time.”
“This is a nice game when I start it, it is enjoyable but after some time when I want a hint or help, it demands money for hints. The option for a free hint by watching an ad is often unavailable, even when my internet is on.”
“Great graphics and game, but it is frustrating that there is no free coins for watching ads option.”
- gameplay39 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its beautiful graphics, engaging puzzles, and smooth mechanics, providing a rewarding experience without intrusive ads. While some users noted minor issues with touch responsiveness and certain mechanics being clunky or obtuse, the overall consensus highlights the game's variety and depth, making it a standout in the puzzle genre. Many players appreciated the balance of challenge and accessibility, although some expressed frustration over the limitations of free hints and the need for in-game purchases.
“The design is beautiful, the gameplay is varied, and it's just difficult enough to give me dopamine when I figure something out.”
“Impressive length of gameplay with beautiful graphics and fun, varied puzzles, all in all a lovely experience that I thoroughly enjoyed.”
“An awesome game indeed, puzzles are really fun and there are a variety of problems to solve, the interactive picture type of gameplay felt really nice.”
“Some mechanics are a bit clunky, but not too much of an issue.”
“Is the gameplay somewhat repetitive?”
“The gameplay is shoddy.”
- music34 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for enhancing the atmosphere and complementing the visuals, with many reviewers noting its quality and ability to create a relaxing ambience. However, some players expressed a desire for more variety, suggesting the inclusion of fully composed tracks instead of short loops, and a few found the music to be occasionally creepy or repetitive. Overall, while the soundtrack is well-received, there are calls for improvements in selection and functionality.
“The background music is awesome and never seems to get stale, just as well as the gameplay!”
“Great game with beautiful graphics, good puzzles (not too easy but not hard), engaging story and the music adds to the atmosphere.”
“Awesome game, storyline, design, and soundtrack.”
“Also, please consider changing the background music?!”
“There should be a selection of music to choose from.”
“The music skips like a damaged CD on many scenes, but not all.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive gameplay, stunning graphics, and effective use of music and sound effects, all of which contribute to a captivating experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of engaging puzzles and a well-crafted artistic environment, making the overall atmosphere both fantastic and memorable.
“Immersive gameplay, great atmosphere, and engaging puzzles.”
“Absolutely fantastic graphic and artistic atmosphere.”
“Great game with beautiful graphics, good puzzles (not too easy but not hard), engaging story, and the music adds to the atmosphere.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be less tedious than many other smartphone adventure games, appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and excessive monetization. However, some users note that backtracking and the need to revisit earlier areas can become repetitive and frustrating, despite enjoying the puzzles and creativity of the game. The inclusion of free hint coins is seen as a helpful feature to alleviate some of the tedium.
“I think these games have potential but shouldn't be farming for hint dollars.”
“Backtracking a lot is tedious and I wish you could combine items without needing to leave the area you're in.”
“It is tedious and boring.”
- stability7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with many users reporting minimal to no glitches. However, some players have noted the presence of occasional glitches that can detract from the experience, indicating a mixed reception regarding stability.
“I had no glitches or other problems.”
“No glitches, and there are plenty of different puzzles and games within the game, along with a storyline with cool graphics.”
“Though the storylines are intriguing and the mini-games are fun, it's sad that the series is riddled with so many glitches that never get fixed.”
“Very interesting and entertaining, but it comes to a point when the game glitches.”
“There are a couple of glitches, but they are very minor.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players find the storyline heartwarming and beautiful, others criticize it as boring and lacking engagement, comparing it to a drawn-out movie that fails to deliver a compelling experience.
“The storyline is heartwarming and beautiful.”
“There is a boring storyline that doesn't attract attention; it's like a long, drawn-out movie where you're waiting for that grip that never comes. It's that movie that, once you watched the preview, there is no need to watch the full film.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers express concerns about the game's replayability, citing its large size and the lack of a Google Play login for storing achievements, which diminishes the incentive to replay. Additionally, while sequels exist, the effort required to collect them all may deter players from revisiting the game.
“My only problem is the large size; I know there are sequels, but it's quite big if you want to collect them all. Additionally, there's no Google Play login to store achievements, which results in almost no replay value for this game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as engaging and entertaining, making it enjoyable for players to experience.
“He's very funny and interesting to watch.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game runs smoothly, providing a complete experience minus a purchasable bonus level, indicating effective optimization overall.
“You get the full game minus the bonus level (which you have to buy), and everything runs smoothly.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end devices.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it loads quickly and performs flawlessly.”