Lost Planet 3

52%
Game Brain Score Based on 901 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Lost Planet 3 is a game that doesn’t do much wrong but doesn’t do enough to make you want to play through it even once, which is a real shame because it tells a really good story.
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With numerous multiplayer modes and a highly engrossing cinematic single player experience, Lost Planet 3 delves deeper into the Lost Planet universe, uncovering hidden truths within the unique environment of E.D.N. III

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  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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  • Play​station 3
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  • Xbox 360
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Reviews

52%
Audience ScoreBased on 901 reviews
story226 positive mentions
stability36 negative mentions
  • Engaging story with relatable characters that keeps players invested.
  • Visually appealing graphics and atmospheric environments that enhance immersion.
  • Solid voice acting and well-written dialogue that adds depth to the narrative.
  • Clunky controls and poor key mapping that hinder gameplay experience.
  • Repetitive gameplay with tedious fetch quests and backtracking that can become boring.
  • Lack of variety in enemies and boss fights, leading to predictable combat scenarios.
  • story707 mentions

    The story of "Lost Planet 3" is generally regarded as the strongest aspect of the game, featuring a more character-driven narrative that explores themes of survival and corporate malfeasance on the icy planet E.D.N. III. While some players appreciate the depth and emotional engagement of the plot, others criticize it for being predictable, clichéd, or poorly paced, with many side quests feeling insignificant. Overall, the game offers a compelling storyline that, despite its flaws, captivates players and provides a solid foundation for the gameplay experience.

    • “You can walk up and have conversations with the cast in between missions and they'll all progress their own narrative journeys.”
    • “The story is amazing, no other way to put it.”
    • “The story really satisfies the player, gameplay is fun and you don't get confused much about what to do in certain points in the game, this is a general problem in most of the games.”
    • “The game quickly becomes repetitive though, and the story I found infrequent.”
    • “Story takes a strange turn that makes no real sense at the end with the t-eng macguffin; characters are just tolerable cliches to cringe at best.”
    • “The story is decent, but feels rushed, leaving many plot holes and empty spaces in the story where it seems some scenes were simply left unfinished.”
  • gameplay284 mentions

    The gameplay of "Lost Planet 3" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it clunky and repetitive, particularly in its mech combat and cover shooting mechanics. While some appreciate the engaging narrative and atmospheric elements, others criticize the lack of variety and depth in gameplay, describing it as a standard third-person shooter that fails to innovate compared to its predecessors. Overall, the game is seen as a departure from the original series, with a focus on linear missions and tedious mechanics that detract from the overall experience.

    • “The gameplay has light exploration through optional side quests and collectibles; you can run through the core narrative in 6-7 hours, but if you go off the beaten path, you can easily extend your experience with another 4-5 hours of content.”
    • “Lost Planet 3's expansive world and fluid gameplay are among its greatest strengths.”
    • “The gameplay is smooth, but at times a little buggy.”
    • “The entire gameplay consists of endless enemy respawns until you destroy the spawners.”
    • “The gameplay is completely unrecognizable; what were they thinking?”
    • “The gameplay sucked: it's just another third-person shooter, the same type of gameplay that has been done to death by many other games before it.”
  • graphics168 mentions

    The graphics of the game, released in 2013, are generally regarded as impressive for its time, with many reviewers noting that they still hold up well today. While some players appreciate the visual aesthetics and detail, others criticize inconsistencies in quality and performance issues, particularly on lower-end systems. Overall, the visuals are seen as a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and immersion, despite some dated elements and graphical glitches.

    • “The graphics are awesome and the game runs quite good.”
    • “The graphics are great, and it is what a Lost Planet game should look like.”
    • “The graphics are very nice, and the vistas are sometimes breathtaking.”
    • “The graphics are pretty bad, even on max settings.”
    • “In Lost Planet 3, the visuals are bland and boring.”
    • “This so-called 'Lost Planet 3' however is so bad in every way possible... first off let us start with the graphics. Lost Planet pushed PC graphics to the max at the time of release, but Lost Planet 3 has DX9 only graphics and effects that are just really bad.”
  • music75 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the engaging country and southern rock soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere, particularly during exploration. Players appreciate the option to use their own music playlists, allowing for a personalized experience, although some criticize the overwhelming volume and limited variety of the in-game tracks. Overall, while the music adds a unique charm, its heavy reliance on country themes may not appeal to all players.

    • “The soundtrack is an absolute banger which I listen to during real-life road trips.”
    • “If the idea of piloting a repair mech through a snowy wasteland doing odd jobs while listening to country music appeals to you, this is your game.”
    • “The music for the game is very well done, and a neat component with the rig blaring out the music from Earth.”
    • “Try to not fall asleep at the start of the game or get a bug, I swear... no music, clunky controls; you need to play your playlist so you don't die of boredom.”
    • “If you want to be bored out of your mind playing a linear game about characters you don't care about, fighting a bunch of forgettable monsters and listening to horrible music.”
    • “Yet all the music in the game for some reason is country music. I'm not sure why, but maybe the only people who play this game drive pickup trucks, then after a long day of cattle rustling go home and play it.”
  • atmosphere63 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and diverse settings, effectively capturing a mix of sci-fi horror and industrial environments reminiscent of classic films like "Dead Space" and "Aliens." While many players appreciate the stunning visuals and detailed world-building that evoke feelings of isolation and tension, some levels are criticized for lacking atmospheric depth. Overall, the game successfully creates a compelling atmosphere that enhances the storytelling and gameplay experience, making it a recommended choice for fans of atmospheric shooters.

    • “The atmosphere of the game is great, and though the graphics are starting to show their age, they still hold up well.”
    • “The atmosphere in this game is absolutely stunning, and Capcom has done an excellent job in bringing the deadly, ice-filled world of E.D.N.”
    • “Lost Planet 3 is very immersive, a very personal game full of atmosphere, beautifully fleshed out characters, detailed environments, and great voice acting.”
    • “Probably inspired by Dead Space, the game successfully created an unsettling atmosphere in some sessions, yet it feels very pointless since other parts of the game are not horrifying at all and there is nothing else like horrifying monsters to accommodate the atmosphere.”
    • “It has no atmosphere overall, a sense of progression is only rudimentarily included and combat feels just clunky, dumb, and boring at every point in the game.”
    • “First 15-20 minutes fulfill this expectation, but then you realize the boundaries and the atmosphere is lost.”
  • stability36 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of freezing, glitches, and control issues that hinder gameplay. Many players experience significant bugs, including animation problems, key rebinding failures, and crashes during critical moments, making the game feel unpolished and frustrating. While a few users report smooth experiences, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from a lack of stability, detracting from its potential enjoyment.

    • “Cool game but has a lot of glitches from like 10 years ago that haven't been patched yet.”
    • “Game is full of glitches and bugs, cannot play till the end because of that.”
    • “I've had issues with keyboard controls, save points, and glitches that have made this game unplayable.”
  • grinding30 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the repetitive tasks, slow movement, and tedious combat against bullet-sponge enemies to be a significant drawback. While some appreciate the engaging gameplay and story elements, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the excessive backtracking and lack of challenge, making the experience feel more like a chore than enjoyable. Despite these issues, a few players still found enjoyment in the grind, particularly in co-op play and specific missions.

    • “It's just overwhelmingly tedious; every step you take has to be accompanied by half a dozen little chores. Every other door requires a bunch of extra running around to open it, and it gets incredibly old.”
    • “The biggest downfall that this title comes with are the tedious walking sections, where you're either stuck running through the massive landscape on foot or tromping through it with your mech.”
    • “There is no challenge, just tedious actions like going from one side of the gym (world size comparison) to the other and then back again. You have to walk at the speed of a turtle and occasionally move some objects out of the way by spamming a button.”
  • optimization16 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant performance issues such as stuttering, crashes, and low frame rates, particularly on lower-end systems. However, others report stable performance and good optimization, even on older hardware, with smooth gameplay at 60fps. Overall, while some technical problems persist, many players appreciate the game's graphical quality and stable performance on capable rigs.

    • “The game's optimization is good; the mission is a bit repetitive but okay.”
    • “As for optimization, the game ran at a stable 62 fps at all times for me on a mid-high end rig; however, the cutscenes always render in 30 fps.”
    • “It certainly starts out well; the story is interesting, the graphics are pretty (especially given how well-optimized it is), the sound design is good, and the voice acting is solid.”
    • “Capcom has implemented your product on their back catalogue of games and it's causing performance drops, crashes, and has broken many popular mods people use to make these games run better.”
    • “The game can occasionally encounter technical issues and its unoptimized performance can affect the gaming experience.”
    • “It's lack of optimization for computers forces it to run at a lower frame rate than most computers can handle, making controlling Jim at times more challenging than it should be.”
  • humor13 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of witty dialogue and situational comedy, with players enjoying the absurdity of the protagonist's resemblance to Tim Allen and humorous NPC interactions, such as jokes about toilet paper as currency. The blend of lighthearted moments with serious themes creates a memorable experience, highlighted by amusing lines and effective voice acting that keeps players engaged throughout the gameplay. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm to the game, making it a standout despite its flaws.

    • “I did find it funny to hear NPCs joking about having their toilet paper taken and it being his currency, especially with the fact that this game was made years before this COVID pandemic happened.”
    • “One hell of a journey that will have you screaming at your monitor one minute then laughing with joy the next... very memorable game!”
    • “The voice acting was good and the script was at times really funny.”
  • character development7 mentions

    Character development in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the depth and backstories of certain characters, others feel that overall development is insufficient and hinders the game's potential. Despite this, there are commendations for the quality of voice acting and the narrative, with some reviewers highlighting the game's strong writing as a notable achievement.

    • “There are a couple of backstories that are great for character development.”
    • “I tend to focus on character development, and I really liked what had been done with that.”
    • “As a gamer who thoroughly enjoys plot and character development, I recommend this game for its engaging story and character arcs.”
    • “However, the lack of character development and story presentation means that the potential of the game is not fully realized.”
    • “Insufficient character development!”
    • “All the characters were good and so were their voice actors, but there was only a bit of character development.”
  • emotional6 mentions

    Overall, the emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth in character development and a boring storyline, making it hard for players to form connections. However, some players found moments of warmth in the messages scattered throughout the game, which provided a brief respite from the otherwise monotonous experience.

    • “The slow-paced combat and the change of being inside the rig rather than outside made me feel more immersed in controlling a massive hunk of powered metal.”
    • “The messages are heartwarming and full of the sort of things you'd expect a message to contain for someone working a long way from home.”
    • “A boring story that will have you dozing off before you realize what is going on.”
    • “3/10: A boring story, bad characters, and lack of combat made this a dull, miserable experience.”
    • “If you enjoy linear gameplay complete with shooting galleries where you have to kill a bunch of enemies in one specific way to move on, broken up by corridors, quick time events, and a boring storyline, this game is for you.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players find the game highly replayable, citing extensive playtime and enjoyment, others feel it lacks sufficient replay value despite decent gameplay and a compelling story. Comparisons to other games suggest that some players may find alternatives more engaging.

    • “It is well worth the money to buy and is totally replayable time and time again as you can see from my stats of 784 hours played and still loving it, so give it a go it may surprise you.”
    • “Decent gameplay with a compelling story, however I found the replay value to be pretty low.”
    • “The game resembles Red Faction, but the latter is much more interesting and replayable.”
    • “It is well worth the money to buy and is totally replayable time and time again as you can see from my stats of 784 hours played and still loving it, so give it a go, it may surprise you.”
    • “- lack of replay value.”
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Critic Reviews

53% average critic score

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Play time

17hMedian play time
99hAverage play time
15-50hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 13 analyzed playthroughs

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