Lost Wing
- July 31, 2020
- BoxFrog Games
An Exercise in apathy, neither solid nor liquid. Not exactly bad, but not very good either. Just a bit 'meh,' really.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Lost Wing" is a high-speed racing game set in a vibrant neon Sci-Fi universe. Pilot a ship through treacherous environments, dodging and shooting enemies while racing to reach the end goal and destroy bosses for bonus points. With multiple worlds, tracks, difficulty modes, and ships to unlock and upgrade, the game offers endless challenges and exciting gameplay. Compete against other players on online leaderboards and immerse yourself in the original electronic soundtrack.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique art style and fast-paced gameplay that keeps players engaged.
- It offers high replayability with various obstacles and power-ups, reminiscent of classic arcade shooters.
- The soundtrack and visuals are well-received, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- The game has frustrating bugs, such as resetting achievements at the start of each game.
- Some players find the difficulty level to be excessively challenging, which may deter casual gamers.
- There are concerns about the game's development being abandoned, leaving some features unaddressed.
- music10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and suitability, enhancing the overall experience alongside the crisp visuals. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing to the game's enjoyable arcade style and polished presentation. Overall, the combination of great music and appealing graphics makes the game a worthwhile purchase.
“Music is awesome and the visuals are crisp!”
“Great soundtrack, cool visuals, and above all fun to play.”
“Lovely art and music, combined with tons of polish, make this a very worthwhile purchase.”
“I feel like I sold the soundtrack short.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their crisp and appealing art style, enhancing the overall arcade shooter experience. Users appreciate the visuals and the soundtrack, noting that both elements contribute to high replayability and enjoyment. Recent performance improvements have also addressed previous issues, further elevating the graphical experience.
“An interesting take on the arcade shooter with a really nice art style and high replayability.”
“Music is awesome and the visuals are crisp!”
“The soundtrack suits the game nicely and the graphics are as you see in the screenshots (crisp and spiffy).”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's unique approach to the arcade shooter genre, highlighting its appealing art style and significant replayability, which encourages multiple playthroughs.
“An interesting take on the arcade shooter with a really nice art style and high replayability.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players emphasize that using a 360 controller significantly enhances the gameplay experience, improving control and overall feel.
“I would also recommend using a 360 controller if you can, because it's amazing what a difference that control makes to the feel of the gameplay.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report notable performance improvements that have eliminated hitching issues and enhanced both graphical fidelity and user interface elements.
“They've had performance improvements that eliminated hitching on my system and enhanced both graphical and UI elements.”
“The optimization updates have significantly improved loading times and overall game responsiveness.”
“I noticed a remarkable increase in frame rates after the latest optimization patch, making the gameplay much smoother.”
“The game still suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite some updates, the optimization remains poor, causing long loading times and unresponsive menus.”
“I experienced constant lag and crashes, indicating that the developers have not prioritized optimization effectively.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
