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Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches

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82%Game Brain Score
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stability
95% User Score Based on 38 reviews

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Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches is a single player survival simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Jeff Sproul and was released on November 5, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

As a poor Roacher in Rooktown, each day is a struggle.But your true struggle is just beginning.Discover the means to rise from the impoverished underground of Rooktown.Form a business to expand your financial and political means.But beware what attention you attract.You're not the only one utilizing eldritch things to your own ends.Your true adversaries are many.And they're waiting to pry and pilf…

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
story8 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features simple, easy-to-grasp mechanics that provide a fun and engaging experience, with enough depth in skills and resources to keep players interested.
  • The atmosphere and world-building are dark and intriguing, with a compelling story that unfolds gradually, keeping players hooked with unsettling revelations.
  • The gameplay integrates resource management with RPG elements effectively, offering rewarding challenges and a sense of progression that encourages players to keep exploring.
  • There are several quality-of-life issues, such as the need for notepads to track production and consumption, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
  • Some players experienced technical issues, including crashes to desktop, which significantly hindered their ability to enjoy the game.
  • The initial hours of gameplay may feel lacking in story, leading to disappointment before the plot becomes more engaging later on.
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story initially feels sparse and underwhelming, particularly in the first 60-90 minutes, but it becomes more engaging as players progress. The dark and mysterious world-building, combined with intriguing gameplay elements like the cultist system, enhances the narrative experience, making players eager to uncover more as they develop their empire. Overall, the integration of gameplay and story is well-executed, leading to a satisfying and immersive experience.

    • “I feel as though this game was well thought out and has a great storyline.”
    • “And the story is really intriguing with clues being passed out to both the player and the in-game character at the same time.”
    • “Plotwise, I have to say that in the first maybe 60-90 minutes of play, I was a little disappointed since it felt like there was basically no story to speak of, as opposed to the previous games which start you with enough lore and mystery to keep you going. However, I was glad to see it becomes a lot more engaging after that.”
    • “The world-building story is dark and mysterious.”
    • “The cultist system is a very fun new element too that helps push the eerily creepy story even more.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, combining RPG point-and-click elements with resource management in a way that feels cohesive and rewarding. Players appreciate the solid progression, challenges, and the integration of gameplay with the story, which enhances the overall experience. The mechanics are simple yet effective, making it accessible while still providing depth through strategic decision-making.

    • “This is a very fun little game, with simple, easy to grasp mechanics.”
    • “A solid management clicker with lovely lore, solid progression, good challenges, and rewarding gameplay.”
    • “It mixes RPG point and click gameplay with a resource management aspect that you wouldn't expect, but which fits together really well.”
    • “Sometimes the character is facing a gauntlet of tough circumstances and the game mechanics hammer that in with negative events.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, which enhances the overall experience alongside its engaging lore and gameplay. Reviewers consistently highlight that the atmospheric elements significantly contribute to the game's value, making it a worthwhile purchase.

    • “Very atmospheric game that is completely worth the price.”
    • “I definitely recommend this game; it has good atmosphere, lore, and gameplay.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report experiencing some minor glitches, such as incorrect number calculations, but these issues did not significantly hinder their ability to complete the game.

    • “I experienced several odd glitches, such as numbers not adding up correctly, but I was still able to complete the game.”
    • “I encountered multiple issues with stability, including glitches that affected gameplay, but I managed to finish.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a notable feature, as it involves managing an economy within a fantasy horror setting. While some enjoy the depth it adds, others may find it excessively grindy. Overall, the grinding is seen as a mixed element that can enhance or detract from the experience depending on player preferences.

    • “A fantasy horror world with a fun, if not grindy, economy management sim.”
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Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches is a survival simulation game with horror theme.

Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches is available on PC and Windows.

Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches was released on November 5, 2020.

Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches was developed by Jeff Sproul.

Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Lost Remnant: Roaches to Riches is a single player game.

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