Lost Lands 3

Lost Lands 3 is an adventure game with an awesome story, excellent mechanics, splendid visuals, and an ingenious soundtrack. You are the last hope to eliminate an ancient curse and save the Lost Lands from doom. Beware of bugs and some grinding, but overall, the game is very funny and entertaining.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 12,523 reviews

story908 positive mentions

monetization135 negative mentions

story
1,242 mentions
73 % positive mentions
26 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and immersive narrative, with many players appreciating the intricate plot and character development that ties together the series. While the graphics and gameplay are also highlighted, some users express frustration with the lack of clarity in puzzle-solving paths and the need for frequent backtracking, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the storyline remains a significant draw, keeping players invested and eager for more.
- “The captivating storytelling, the beautiful visuals, the challenging puzzles... I don't have a single complaint in any area... well... maybe one... please make more games soon!!!!!”
- “The story keeps you interested, the graphics are pretty top notch and loving the fantasy style.”
- “The continuing storyline over this series of games is great along with the graphics and variety of mini games.”
- “The story was horrible.”
- “No story consistency, and since there are hardly any hints, or they're wrong/misleading, it's impossible to know what to do next.”
- “The puzzles aren't connected to the story in any meaningful way; they seem really random and therefore not intuitive to solve.”
graphics
861 mentions
86 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty, detail, and immersive quality. Players appreciate the stunning visuals that enhance the storytelling and gameplay experience, often describing them as top-notch or even cinematic. While some minor critiques exist regarding specific puzzles or navigation issues, the overall consensus highlights the graphics as a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are stunning and there is a great mix of easy and challenging puzzles.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous, the story engrossing, and the puzzles challenging.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the storyline is brilliant and characters are unique in their own ways.”
- “What a shame to waste all that graphic work on a game that doesn't function properly.”
- “Graphics are a bit old fashioned, but gameplay is fun.”
- “Though, there could be improvements made on the graphics.”
monetization
237 mentions
38 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
57 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, as it features no intrusive ads, allowing players to enjoy the game freely. Players can earn hints by watching ads, which is seen as a fair compromise, although some express frustration over the frequency and repetition of ads. Overall, the game is praised for its lack of mandatory purchases and the option to play without constant interruptions from ads.
- “Love that there's no ads and you can play without purchasing anything.”
- “Best thing is no ads and free play without having to pay for or wait for 'energy'!”
- “Fantastic game, no ads and hours of puzzles.”
- “It's expensive unless you're prepared to watch a load of ads.”
- “Very good story but the game is made hard in such a way that it makes you watch a lot of ads for clues; the game is not pay to win, the game is watch ads to win.”
- “The only problem I have is that I have to watch ads to get coins for the hint.”
gameplay
96 mentions
70 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its satisfaction, length, and smoothness, with many users noting the engaging puzzles and beautiful graphics. However, some players express frustration with navigation issues and the need to purchase hints, which can disrupt the flow of the game. Despite these concerns, the gameplay remains a standout feature, often described as fun, addictive, and reminiscent of classic adventure games.
- “The gameplay is fun and the storyline is interesting.”
- “Brilliant gameplay, graphics and storyline - best games I've found for phones so far!”
- “Proper old fashioned adventure game like the ones I played back in the last century... good puzzles, some are quite challenging; loads of gameplay, locations etc. I'm hooked!”
- “To echo others, there is a lot of disconnected movement between areas and objects, and there is too much gameplay time between connected objects.”
- “I really wanted to give this game 5 stars, but unfortunately after hours of gameplay, it became unfinishable.”
- “Ok game, but the reason it's getting 1 star is because the developers are scammers: there's a tracking bar that shows you the percentage of the game you have left, so why does roughly 8 hours of gameplay consist of a supposed 67% of the game completion, and the last 2 minutes is the remaining 33%?”
stability
37 mentions
8 % positive mentions
3 % neutral mentions
89 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting various glitches that hinder gameplay, particularly during puzzles and key interactions. While some users experienced no issues at all, others faced significant bugs that affected their ability to progress, leading to frustration. Overall, the game's stability appears to be inconsistent, with a notable number of players encountering problems that detract from the overall experience.
- “No glitches.”
- “No glitches.”
- “No glitches; ads only when you want more hints. Can't say enough about how great these games are!”
- “Have just found out the reason I can't proceed is because of 2 glitches I've come across.”
- “The game is smart and fun but has some glitches that blow the game.”
- “Well, I've spent a lot of money on this game for help and now it's glitches to where I have 8 of 9 chests... it will not let me take the golden sword from the harpy nest to complete 9 of 9. I'll never support these developers again.”
music
25 mentions
88 % positive mentions
8 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many users highlighting its relaxing qualities and perfect complement to the graphics and gameplay. Reviewers describe the soundtrack as outstanding, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment. Overall, the combination of music, sound effects, and visuals is noted as a standout feature, elevating the game's appeal.
- “It's an amazing game with wonderful graphics, music, and story.”
- “The graphics are awesome and the music and sound effects complement the gameplay.”
- “I love the scenario, background music, everything was perfect.”
- “There's a first music puzzle in which there are 2 times 4 written. I don't know what that's all about.”
humor
21 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and often laughing out loud at various moments, such as character reactions and dialogue. Many reviews highlight the cleverness of the humor intertwined with the game's story and puzzles, contributing to an enjoyable experience despite the game's difficulty. Overall, the comedic elements are seen as a significant strength, enhancing the overall appeal of the game.
- “The 'Fiona nooo' made me laugh so hard... it was so low energy and little panic 🤣. Also, great game; I just wish it had a way to indicate if you cleared an area for secrets and the map told you if you could do something in an area. I keep forgetting where things are, so I have to use hints constantly. Otherwise, fun game.”
- “Hahaha... after completing the game, you need to pay to play the bonus game... funny... and I thought that was supposed to be a treat for finishing the game.”
- “Funny, wonderful story, smart puzzles.”
grinding
19 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has been widely criticized for being tedious and overly repetitive, with players expressing frustration over the need to backtrack through numerous locations for items and clues. Many found the puzzles to be unnecessarily complicated and time-consuming, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some appreciated the artwork and certain elements, the consensus is that the excessive grinding significantly hampers the experience.
- “This game is so tedious and annoying.”
- “The tasks are tedious in that they require several steps just to finish the simplest task.”
- “Worst of the Lost Lands... items can't be found, really lousy clues spread across 25+ locations that you have to constantly go back and forth to get one item for a task without any reference to any location.”
emotional
8 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a sense of frustration and disappointment due to various glitches and unresponsive mechanics in the game, which detract from the overall emotional experience. The inability to restart the game or easily navigate the map adds to the feeling of helplessness, making moments of progress feel bittersweet and sometimes heartbreaking.
- “It's kind of heartbreaking.”
- “It's kind of heartbreaking.”
character development
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted as a strong point in the game, contributing positively to the storyline and enhancing the overall experience, despite some criticism regarding character design.
- “Great puzzles, character development, and an interesting new addition to the storyline.”
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game is not well-optimized for mobile devices, which may lead to players missing out on some side-quest collectibles.
- “The only problem is that they aren't optimized for mobile, so you may miss some of the side-quest collectibles.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is reminiscent of the excitement and immersive experience found in Atlantis, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia for players familiar with that title.
- “I used to play Atlantis a lot, and this game captures the same atmosphere and excitement.”
replayability
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users generally find the replayability of the game to be average, indicating that while it remains enjoyable, it may not offer enough variety or incentives to encourage multiple playthroughs.