Lost Lands: Sand Captivity
- December 9, 2022
- FIVE-BN GAMES
- 5h median play time
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Get on Xbox Games StoreIn "Lost Lands: Sand Captivity," players navigate a desert world to rescue a kidnapped girl. As they solve puzzles and uncover hidden objects, they reveal an ancient civilization's story. The game combines elements of adventure, fantasy, and mystery, offering a captivating escape for players.
Reviews
- The game features stunning graphics and detailed environments that enhance the overall experience.
- Puzzles are challenging and require logical thinking, providing a rewarding sense of accomplishment upon completion.
- The storyline includes unexpected twists and engaging character interactions, making it a captivating adventure.
- Many mini-games are tedious and lack variety, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- The removal of the strategy guide from the main interface makes it inconvenient to access when needed.
- The pacing of the game feels slow, with excessive pixel-hunting and backtracking that detracts from the enjoyment.
- story16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its unexpected twists, engaging character development, and a captivating plot that keeps players invested for hours. While some reviews highlight the depth and creativity of the narrative, others criticize the disconnect between the puzzles and the storyline, suggesting that the gameplay can sometimes overshadow the plot. Overall, the combination of strong characters, challenging puzzles, and beautiful graphics contributes to a memorable storytelling experience, though opinions on its execution vary.
“The story had many unexpected twists and turns; the puzzles were varied and challenged different kinds of problem-solving skills.”
“The story continues on the grand adventure of Susan and Maaron with devilishly hard puzzles at times, and a suite of varied hidden object experiences.”
“Kudos to Five-BN for giving us a story and characters with depth and intrigue; scenes are absolutely gorgeous with great ambient sounds.”
“And the plot goes on forever, finding a little of this and a little of that.”
“This was my least favorite of any of these games; they changed the format of acquiring items and it was a really boring storyline.”
“It is very little story crammed with seemingly endless numbers of puzzles having nothing to do with the story itself.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics in this game are consistently praised for their outstanding quality and attention to detail, enhancing the overall storytelling experience. Players appreciate the beautiful artwork and immersive atmosphere, although some miss the signature elements that evoke a sense of loneliness. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“As you play this game, take the time to notice the beautiful quality of the graphics; no detail has been overlooked because, clearly, quality and quantity matter to five-bn games!”
“The artwork is beautiful!”
“You can have an amazing cast of characters and an incredible plot that keeps you hanging on the edge of your seat...but without creative artwork to set the scene, the story simply can't come to life.”
“No one stops to think about the tedious, minute details that have been added to every aspect of the game by the graphics department.”
“It's there in the menu, but for some of these games, I hope you have a photographic memory or pen and paper handy.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised as epic and memorable, enhancing the overall experience alongside high-quality graphics and storytelling. Reviewers highlight the impressive soundtrack, which complements the game's magical atmosphere and character development, marking it as a standout feature in the hidden object genre.
“The music was epic and memorable.”
“I've played all bn 500's games and love their graphics, dreamy music, and magical storylines.”
“The art, animation, music, and voice acting are all top notch for a hidden object game.”
“I've played all bn 500's games and love their graphics, dreamy music and magical story lines.”
“Graphics, music, character development, it's all first rate from a company that should not have even been able to develop games considering their location; and, yet, this is their best ever.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and overwhelming, as it feels like an accumulation of previously omitted minute details that detract from the overall experience. The excessive focus on these tedious elements makes the gameplay feel laborious rather than enjoyable.
“Overall, this game is just tedious.”
“This game is more like all the things they left out of earlier games as too tedious, all piled into one game.”
“No one stops to think about the tedious, minute details that have been added to every aspect of the game by the graphics department.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game received mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking due to a boring storyline and changes in item acquisition that detracted from their experience. Overall, it was considered the least engaging entry in the series.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the lost lands is praised for its realism, enhanced by lovely graphics; however, some users feel it lacks a sense of loneliness, which could be improved with subtle auditory elements like birds chirping.
“The graphics are lovely, but I miss that trademark atmosphere of loneliness with the birds chirping quietly in the background.”
“The lost lands may be a fictional world, but that doesn't stop this team from creating a realistic atmosphere.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability with a wealth of content, including 22 mini-games, numerous collectibles, and 30 morphing objects, alongside various achievements and bonus puzzles. Players can also enjoy 10 wallpapers, 14 concept art pieces, and 8 music soundtracks, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
“The game offers an incredible amount of replayability with 22 mini-games and numerous collectibles to discover, ensuring that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
“With 30 morphing objects and a variety of achievements to unlock, the replay value is outstanding, making it easy to dive back in for more fun.”
“The inclusion of bonus puzzles and a wealth of concept art and soundtracks adds layers of depth, encouraging players to revisit the game multiple times.”
“The game offers a lot of collectibles and mini-games, but once you've completed them, there's little incentive to replay.”
“While the initial playthrough is enjoyable, the lack of meaningful choices or different outcomes makes replaying feel pointless.”
“After finishing the game, I found that there was no real reason to go back; the experience felt complete and not worth revisiting.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development as exceptional, highlighting it as a standout feature of the game and a significant achievement for the developers, especially given their unexpected success in the gaming industry.
“The character development is incredibly deep and engaging, making each character feel unique and memorable.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, with their backstories and motivations being explored in a meaningful way.”
“The growth of the characters is not just about leveling up; it's about their personal journeys and the choices they make along the way.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features an increased difficulty level for puzzles, enhancing the challenge and engagement for players.
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and fun.”
“The puzzles are well-designed and require creative thinking, making each level feel rewarding.”
“The controls are smooth and intuitive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, leading to frustrating moments that break immersion.”
