Lost Lands 4
- December 30, 2020
- FIVE-BN GAMES
"Lost Lands 4" is an adventure game that offers an intriguing story and good gameplay, accompanied by beautiful visuals. The game finds you embarking on a journey to help a captain and save the entire world from a grave threat. However, be aware that the experience may be marred by occasional bugs. As the game states, "It's time to begin your journey" and immerse yourself in this captivating adventure.
Reviews
- Great graphics and storyline, as always.
- Challenging puzzles that keep the gameplay engaging.
- The game is free to play with no ads, which is a huge plus.
- The lack of a map makes navigation tedious and confusing.
- Some puzzles are illogical and frustrating, leading to excessive use of hints.
- There are glitches that prevent progress, such as issues with the tracing paper and certain puzzles not registering correctly.
- story243 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game series is generally praised for its engaging and well-developed narratives, with many players appreciating the continuity and character development across installments. However, some reviews note inconsistencies and illogical elements in certain storylines, leading to mixed feelings about specific entries. Overall, the graphics and storytelling are highlighted as standout features, contributing to an immersive gaming experience.
“And the story was compelling.”
“I loved the story behind this one so much.”
“The storyline and the graphics are top notch as always!”
“Least favorite of them so far; not big on the storyline and characters.”
“The plot in this game was a bit underwhelming, but it's okay.”
“I have played and solved all earlier levels, but really don't like this one in storyline and gameplay; not that engaging.”
- graphics171 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are consistently praised as beautiful, stunning, and top-notch, enhancing the overall experience alongside engaging storylines and challenging puzzles. While some users noted minor decreases in quality in specific areas, the majority found the visuals to be immersive and well-executed, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. Overall, players express high satisfaction with the graphics, often highlighting them as a standout feature of the series.
“The graphics and details are satisfying.”
“The graphics are amazing as usual.”
“Absolutely amazing artwork and immersive puzzles!”
“Slight decrease of graphics quality in some areas; a few locations are very hard to find, even after using hints.”
“It's difficult to solve puzzles, but the graphics and animation are awesome.”
“Graphics are interesting.”
- monetization41 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 63 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its absence of intrusive ads, allowing players to enjoy the experience without interruptions. While there are options for in-app purchases to acquire hints or coins, many users appreciate the ability to watch ads voluntarily for hints instead of being forced to do so. Overall, players find the monetization approach fair and non-disruptive, enhancing their enjoyment of the game.
“No ads and no need to pay anything for an extra movement like other apps.”
“You can't beat a free game with no ads that keeps you interested for hours!”
“Loving all five-bn games.. best part is no ads at all.”
“I was so excited to see 7 and I installed and began to play, only to be stopped by an advertisement from the game makers saying that in order to continue I must buy the game!”
“30-second ads for 1 hint and it's 10 to skip.”
“It's not free to play if the button to play ads to get hints goes away after so many.”
- stability18 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay, such as freezing and issues with puzzle mechanics. However, others report a smoother experience with no major glitches, praising the developers for improvements over previous titles. Overall, while some users enjoy the game without issues, many highlight the need for further stability enhancements.
“Loved the game, no glitches whatsoever.”
“No glitches, great game, good story, even good quality clips in between stages... great.”
“This game is only hard because of the glitches.”
“I did finish the game after multiple restarts due to glitches.”
“Love the lost land games but this one is quite buggy.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, challenging puzzles, and seamless integration with the story, although some users noted occasional issues with the mechanics and a less compelling storyline in certain instances. The graphics consistently receive high marks, complementing the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the balance of difficulty, with many finding the gameplay both enjoyable and rewarding.
“The gameplay and the graphics are quite good.”
“High 5bn games, normally I do not leave ratings or comments on games, but I love games of this kind. It's hard but not difficult if you think outside the box with clean logic. From the moment I started playing the first one, I felt a deep connection between gameplay and story, stunning graphics included.”
“Brilliant gameplay and graphics.”
“However, for the first time, I encountered a problem with the mechanics.”
“I have played and solved all earlier levels, but I really don't like this one in storyline and gameplay; it's not that engaging.”
“Gameplay is much more focused than number 3 and easier to figure out your next move.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been praised for its beauty and quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside stunning visuals. However, some players have encountered frustrating bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly in the captain's cabin, where music notes can block progress. Overall, while the soundtrack is well-received, technical issues have impacted some players' enjoyment.
“Beautiful graphics, music, and all.”
“The graphics and the music are excellent.”
“I played the previous game of this series; I love the graphics of this game and the background music.”
“There's a slider for music, environment, and sound effects, but an empty speech slider.”
“I couldn't continue playing because of a bug just near the end of the game when you enter the captain's cabin and touch the table; the music sheet keeps me from grabbing the rest of the items laid there.”
“I am only getting a music melody when I am clicking on that table.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing character interactions and unexpected moments, such as a character calling the male mage "mama" and the quirky use of items like a knife instead of a hammer. While some players noted jarring mistakes in subtitles and text, these elements contributed to an overall enjoyable and humorous experience.
“I really enjoyed this game and story because we get to see more interaction with Maaron and a little more of his sense of humor peek through.”
“My 4 stars is because there were several rather jarring mistakes in the subtitle and other text (e.g., being told you need to hammer something off. The hammer doesn't work; instead, the knife works??) or, e.g., a character hilariously calls the male mage 'mama' at one point, even in text!”
“Thanks for a little brown bug, it was so funny.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's mechanics, noting that technical issues hinder their ability to engage fully with the emotional narrative, as inaccessible areas and unresponsive elements detract from the overall experience.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting the impressive design of locations and the overall immersive quality that enhances the storytelling experience.
“I loved the story and the design of the places; the atmospheres were amazing.”
“The game creates a captivating atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you engaged.”
“Every location feels alive, with a unique atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in "Lost Lands 4" to be excessively tedious compared to its predecessors, leading to frustration and a reluctance to continue with the series.
“I've played Lost Lands 1, 2, and 3, and they were pretty good, but the 4th is awful and just extremely tedious. This puts me off playing any more in this series.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and unfulfilling, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find the repetitive tasks to be a major turn-off; it feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real progress.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any reported issues from users.
“The game runs smoothly, and I have no complaints.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate without any noticeable lag.”