Lost Lives

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Lost Lives is a single player and multiplayer role playing shooter game with a post-apocalyptic theme. It was developed by Maystra and was released on August 29, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Lost Lives Gear up and fight against other players on abandoned post-Soviet territory. Features: PvP game mode - deathmatch (up to 8 players in one match) PvE game mode - defeat group of enemies with their boss (up to 4 players) 14 weapons with different playstyle: AK-74VSS "Vintorez"MP-133Saiga-12MR-27 double-barrelRPK-74SKSP-90 MP5RS-556Beretta M9PMKnifeFrag grenade You will buy and select your…

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79%Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Fun and addictive 2D shooter with a unique vibe and loot mechanics.
Has great potential with suggestions for more maps, weapons, gear, game modes, and faction systems.
Enjoyable multiplayer experience with friends and positive nostalgic flash game feel.

Extremely low player base leading to dead or unviable PvP gameplay.
Technical issues including poor optimization, performance drops, bugs with models and inventory system.
Lack of content such as single-player mode, diverse maps, better AI balance and more polished mechanics.

graphics
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The game's graphics are widely criticized for being outdated and lackluster, relying on basic 2D visuals despite the mainstream adoption of 3D graphics since the mid-1990s. Additionally, performance issues such as very low frame rates even on low settings further detract from the visual experience.
- “The game features really lacklustre 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
- “Getting lower than 6fps on Intel HD 520 in fullscreen on low settings (there's only one graphical setting and no visual changes from what I saw).”
- “Even mobile phones and game consoles can do 3D graphics now.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect is heavily criticized for lacking meaningful solo content and narrative, relying instead on player interaction to drive engagement. Without a strong storyline or traditional missions, the game feels empty and unfulfilling, with gameplay elements that further detract from any potential solo experience.
- “The developer thought other players could replace actual storytelling and level design.”
- “Without a player base or meaningful solo content (storytelling, narrative, you know, what makes games like GTA famous), the game has nothing to offer.”
- “Enemies spawn in from nowhere during a "co-op" mission like it's a deathmatch mode. You only have one gun slot (no sidearms for you!), the recoil is abysmal, and enemies even set to easy difficulty will sniff you out a mile away and open up on you like a terminator while you're busy trying to reload from the first two bullet sponges.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its modernized take on classic 2D shooter mechanics, featuring a smooth loop and a well-balanced looting system. While initially challenging for some players, mastering the mechanics leads to an enjoyable experience. Overall, the gameplay is considered engaging and thoughtfully designed.
- “An old-school 2D shooter with a clean and modernized gameplay loop and a looting mechanic that doesn't make you want to kill yourself.”
- “When I first started playing this game around September 2025, I found the game boring and too difficult, but after spending some time learning the mechanics and improving my shooting, I found myself enjoying this game.”
- “Nice idea and great gameplay.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game’s optimization is currently poor, with users requesting more settings that genuinely improve performance, such as adjustable resolution and options to disable certain effects. Overall, the performance is considered unsatisfactory.
- “Optimization needs improvement; the game requires more settings that genuinely enhance performance, including an option to adjust resolution and disable certain effects.”
- “Performance is bad and significantly hampers the gaming experience.”
- “The game lacks sufficient optimization settings to improve performance, such as resolution scaling and effect toggles, which are essential for smoother gameplay.”