Lost Lands 9

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Lost Lands 9 is a single player casual puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

"Lost Lands 9" is an engaging single-player adventure game that offers an intriguing story and exceptional graphics. The game presents a challenging journey where a strong brotherhood is formed and forged through difficult trials. With its captivating narrative and stunning visuals, players will be immersed in a world of mystery and adventure.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,044 reviews

story95 positive mentions

monetization8 negative mentions

The game features a captivating storyline that keeps players engaged throughout the chapters.
Puzzles are challenging yet enjoyable, providing a good mix of difficulty that enhances the gameplay experience.
The graphics and animations are beautifully designed, contributing to an immersive gaming experience.

Many players experienced frustrating glitches, particularly with puzzles where lines would disappear, causing them to restart.
The inability to pick up items until they are needed in the storyline led to confusion and backtracking, detracting from the overall flow of the game.
Some puzzles were deemed overly complicated or illogical, making it difficult for players to progress without resorting to hints or walkthroughs.

story
169 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
40%
4%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the engaging narrative and character backstories, particularly the connections to previous installments. However, some found the plot to be linear or dull, with frustrations over puzzle integration affecting the storytelling experience. Overall, while the graphics and immersive storytelling were praised, there were calls for a more cohesive and less convoluted narrative structure.
- “Love the story and how the chapters come together in the last one.”
- “The storyline was refreshing in its small magnitude (no epic universe saving or death defying). I loved the atmosphere of a kid-friendly story being told by the lady in the sitting room, to a group of kids.”
- “The story is engaging & very interesting & I'm eager to see what happens next.”
- “Like the others, the plot was dumb and the voice acting horrible.”
- “Instead, I was forced into painfully linear, inefficient, and sluggish storyline pathways.”
- “And to compound the crimes of the game, the storyline is dull!”
graphics
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
91%
7%
2%
The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the beautiful artwork, high-quality visuals, and engaging animations. Players appreciate the stunning landscapes and the seamless performance, which enhance the overall gaming experience. The combination of impressive graphics and captivating storylines keeps players hooked and eager for more.
- “It has everything you need: the best storyline, top-notch graphic quality with even some animated cut scenes, super-fast performance with no lags, and the added bonus of being playable offline.”
- “Outstanding graphics of beautiful landscapes.”
- “I just love the Lost Lands storyline and the graphics just keep blowing me away, they really stepped up their game.”
- “What's happened to your graphics?”
monetization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
57%
The monetization strategy of the game is mixed, with some players appreciating the option to watch ads for hints or to skip difficult mini-games, while others criticize the reliance on ads and the perceived manipulation of gameplay to encourage spending. Many users enjoy the absence of intrusive ads during gameplay, highlighting that the game remains free to play, but frustrations arise from broken ad systems and the need for external help due to challenging puzzles. Overall, the game is seen as fair in its monetization approach, allowing players to choose when to engage with ads.
- “No ads and it was free to play!”
- “This series continues to be amazing quality for a game that is free to play and has no ads either.”
- “Very entertaining and fun storyline, great graphics, good puzzles, not a money grab, no ads unless you want clues.”
- “The mini games are all 'expert' level and the rules for the mini games are in no way helpful; you simply have to watch 10 ads to skip because you have no idea how to play.”
- “Didn't complete this game, tired of constantly referring to a walkthrough because I don't want targeted advertising.”
- “Ads are broken though - most of the time they end up in a loop opening up the store page, so you have to close the game.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay in the latest installment of the series is generally praised for its uniqueness and integration with the story, offering a mix of enjoyable challenges and beautiful design. However, some players find certain puzzles overly intricate or frustrating, particularly those requiring fine motor skills, and express disappointment over the lack of depth in the storyline compared to previous games. Overall, while the gameplay is engaging, there are calls for clearer mechanics and instructions to enhance the experience.
- “It makes gameplay unique to this new Lost Lands!”
- “Nice challenge and gameplay without having to share my data.”
- “Best episode yet, I really like how they have better integrated the story into the gameplay.”
- “Hate this new mechanic.”
- “A lot of gameplay is obvious, but I couldn't pick the items up until that part of the story played out.”
- “The mechanics are confusing and the instructions don't really explain anything clearly.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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25%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with players praising the new soundtrack and voice acting as engaging and enhancing the overall experience. The combination of beautiful graphics and a captivating score contributes to the game's immersive atmosphere.
- “I really like the new music and the voice acting!”
- “The story was engaging, the puzzles were challenging, and I really appreciated the new soundtrack.”
- “Beautiful graphics, music, and plenty of interesting puzzles.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, users report significant stability issues, including frequent freezing and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly in the latest installment of the series. While some appreciate the thoughtful design and quick downloads, the recurring technical problems detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and the need for restarts.
- “It takes a while to release new games, but that tells me it's a well-thought-out game with no glitches.”
- “However, I decided to try the others in the series. They download quickly, but then when I try to play them, 2 minutes into the game, it freezes and closes down.”
- “The net to catch the bugs disappears when I try using it, and other puzzles have glitches. I really enjoyed Lost Lands 8, but this new one sucks. I have to restart over and over again because of glitches. Please fix these.”
- “A few glitches in 5, still enjoyed the games.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game excels in optimization, featuring a compelling storyline and high-quality graphics, including animated cut scenes, all while delivering super-fast performance without any lag. Additionally, it offers the convenience of offline play.
- “It has everything you need: the best storyline, top-notch graphic quality with even some animated cut scenes, super-fast performance with no lags, and the added bonus of being playable offline.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a charming, intimate setting reminiscent of a cozy storytelling session, where a simple and refreshing narrative unfolds, appealing to a kid-friendly audience.
- “The storyline was refreshing in its small magnitude (no epic universe saving or death-defying). I loved the atmosphere of a kid-friendly story being told by the lady in the sitting room to a group of kids.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players have noted that the grinding aspect, particularly through mini-games, feels unnecessarily tedious in this installment, detracting from their overall enjoyment of the series.
- “I usually love this series, but I found the mini-games unnecessarily tedious this time around.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and takes away from the overall enjoyment.”
- “I appreciate the effort put into the game, but the repetitive tasks make it feel like a chore.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is criticized for its limited replayability, with players noting that it only lasts a few hours and does not offer enough content to warrant the purchase price of $33.99.
- “The game costs $33.99 for a mobile title, but it only lasts a couple of hours with little to no replay value.”
- “After finishing the game, I found there was no incentive to play it again.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's nothing left to draw you back in.”