Lost Vault: AFK Retro RPG

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"Lost Vault: Idle Retro RPG" is an old-school, semi-idle online game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players must manage resources, build and upgrade their vault, and explore the wasteland to fight enemies and complete quests. With retro-style graphics and a focus on strategic idle gameplay, Lost Vault offers a unique and engaging RPG experience for fans of the genre.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 746 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

monetization24 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable and accessible for visually impaired players, working well with screen readers.
It offers a unique idle RPG experience with no forced ads, allowing players to engage at their own pace.
The developer is responsive to player feedback and regularly updates the game, fostering a supportive community.

The energy system (water) is frustrating, as it limits playtime and requires long wait times for replenishment.
Recent updates have introduced pay-to-win mechanics and a subscription model, which detracts from the initial promise of a fair free-to-play experience.
The game can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited content and choices as players progress.

monetization
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
6%
77%
The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with most players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for rewards. However, some users express concerns about the introduction of forced ads and pay-to-win mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience. While many find the monetization fair and non-intrusive, there are mixed feelings about the grind and the attractiveness of in-app purchases.
- “The premium currency is easy to earn to maintain the advantages they provide, there are no ads which is a welcome change, and has a nice community.”
- “Excellent game, no ads!”
- “Fair monetization”
- “Edit September 2023: The game is being turned for monetization which is fine, but the game dynamics are getting stale and the grind is unfun. 5 stars now down to 3 stars.”
- “Forced ads unless you buy something, and there's no real path for new players to ever catch up with the long-term users or pay-to-win players. Not that there's any real point besides being in a top guild.”
- “Don't be fooled, the grind is there and pay-to-win mechanics are present, albeit not as prevalent and aggravating as most other games, hence why they're advertising as such.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
42%
12%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating its casual, idle mechanics and lack of forced ads, while others express frustration with the energy (water) system that imposes long wait times. Many find the mechanics enjoyable and the game accessible, though some criticize the repetitive grinding and the presence of pay-to-win elements. Overall, the gameplay is seen as simple yet engaging, appealing to both casual players and those seeking more complexity.
- “The game is fun and I like the mechanics.”
- “🌟 Simple gameplay for casual play, yet deep enough if you want some complexity.”
- “Fun idle-ish game with a decent gameplay loop, interesting mechanics, and no forced ads!”
- “Great work there devs, I was surprised by the art, the game mechanics, and the detailed options... but obviously there's a major issue that makes me take one star from the review: it's the water. Nine hours is a lot of waiting time, and there's no option to get some water with game cash or gold coins (except for a 50 coins bundle).”
- “The gameplay is just repeating the same grinding, replacing older equipment with newer ones, and building/updating whatever is available now.”
- “Don't be fooled, for the grind is there and pay-to-win mechanics are present, albeit not as prevalent and aggravating as in most other games, hence why they're advertising as such.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; some appreciate the option for automated grinding and find it enjoyable, while others feel it can become tedious due to repetitive tasks and a lack of efficient level progression. Many users desire more options to enhance the grinding experience, such as watching ads for rewards, but overall, the grinding is seen as manageable and contributes to a sense of gradual progress.
- “Nothing but boring grinding?”
- “The gameplay is just repeating the same grinding, replacing older equipment by newer ones, and building/updating whatever is available now.”
- “Each chapter has 100 or more levels, so it does get tedious doing each level one by one. I wish there was a button to do more than one level at a time; if there was, I'd give it 5 stars.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that it feels repetitive and uninspired. While there are opportunities for free-to-play players to earn currency through quests, the overall narrative experience is deemed insufficient, leading to a desire for more varied quests and a compelling storyline. Players express frustration over the absence of an endgame and the monotony of gameplay, suggesting that a stronger narrative could enhance the experience.
- “Looking forward to more events, story, and mechanics.”
- “Feel like a story would be good.”
- “Same quests rotate all the time, battles are auto played the same way all the time, there does not seem to be any end game.”
- “The game itself is okay, nothing special and no story and becomes repetitive and boring very fast.”
- “The third quest is 4 caravan runs ~28 hours...”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the art style, UI layout, and color choices as poor, while others appreciated the new dark mode and found the graphics suitable for a post-apocalyptic setting. There is a desire for future improvements in both graphics and art style, with some praising the game's focus on maximizing gameplay over flashy visuals.
- “New dark mode and graphics are very cool.”
- “Not a flashy graphics clone.”
- “Not very graphic, but seems plausible for a post-apocalyptic setting.”
- “The art style, the UI layout, and the colors are horrible.”
- “I hope there's more content introduced in the future along with slight graphic and art style improvements.”
- “Very smart way to maximize gameplay while minimizing the graphics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally appreciated for its quality and atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users have reported issues with the game interrupting their personal music playback, and there are calls for the developers to incorporate more music options within the game itself.
- “The game is great and working fine, with nice art and music.”
- “The music is quite daunting.”
- “And the music is quite daunting.”
- “Devs, you need to add music in here.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be a standout feature, often expressing their enjoyment with laughter and enthusiasm. The comedic elements resonate well, contributing significantly to the overall appeal of the game.
- “I love this game so much; it's hilarious!”
- “It's genuinely funny! 🤣”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Character development in the game is heavily influenced by strategic decision-making, allowing players to enhance their characters effectively, while also incorporating an element of luck that can lead to success.
- “In this game, you advance and thrive through intelligent, deliberate decision-making in your character development. With a little luck, you will kick butt!”
- “The character development system is incredibly deep, allowing for a wide range of choices that truly impact the gameplay experience.”
- “I love how the character development feels organic; every decision I make shapes my character's journey in meaningful ways.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful choices that impact the story.”
- “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any surprising ways.”
- “Despite the potential for growth, the characters remain one-dimensional and fail to engage the player.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with only occasional glitches related to water energy. However, the developers are responsive and proactive in addressing these issues and compensating affected players.
- “There are frequent crashes that disrupt gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “The game suffers from constant lag and frame drops, which severely affects performance.”
- “I encountered several bugs that made certain quests unplayable, leading to a frustrating experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game is described as both enjoyable and immersive, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
- “The game creates an incredibly immersive atmosphere that draws you in from the start.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and detailed environments contribute to a truly captivating atmosphere.”
- “Every location feels alive, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making exploration a joy.”