Lost Words: Beyond the Page

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"Lost Words: Beyond the Page" is an atmospheric narrative adventure game, crafted by award-winning writer Rhianna Pratchett, offering a masterful and highly emotional story. Players explore the beautifully depicted worlds of a young girl's diary, immersed in wonderful gameplay and spectacular graphics, creating a truly unique gaming experience.

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Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 256 reviews

story52 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a heartwarming story that resonates emotionally with players.
It offers unique gameplay mechanics that blend storytelling with puzzle-solving, creating an immersive experience.
The developers have prioritized accessibility with customizable controls and sensitivity options, making it enjoyable for a wide range of players.

Many players experienced frustrating control issues, making it difficult to navigate and progress in the game.
The game requires payment to unlock additional chapters, which some players found disappointing after enjoying the free demo.
There are reports of bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as getting stuck on certain levels or losing progress.

story
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
33%
4%
The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth, heartwarming themes, and beautiful visuals, often described as a touching exploration of matrilineal bonds and personal growth. Players appreciate the interactive storytelling that allows for meaningful choices, enhancing the overall experience. While some mention minor issues with dialogue delivery, the compelling narrative and stunning graphics make it a standout in the genre of story-driven games.
- “The story is heartwarming and heartbreaking, and the choices you make in the game matter.”
- “Tells a touching story about the beauty and significance of matrilineal bonds and explores bittersweet themes of grief with compassion and hope.”
- “Incredibly beautiful and well-written story, a real tear-jerker.”
- “I am not telling that your story is garbage but this can't be a game!”
- “Now I just can't rate this app 5 stars and complete the story...”
- “The story seems a bit sad though.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
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9%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and unique art style, often compared to beautiful storybooks. Players appreciate the immersive and aesthetically pleasing design, which enhances the overall storytelling experience. While some note that the game can be demanding on hardware at higher settings, the effort put into the graphics is consistently highlighted as a significant strength.
- “The beautiful originality of it, the storytelling, the graphics are just stunning across the board.”
- “It has gorgeous visuals, artfully made to immerse you into its world.”
- “The graphics are a delight; like storybooks of old.”
- “A little demanding on graphics if you push it above low quality but worth it.”
- “There is a lot of effort into the graphics and natural watercolor art aspect that is worth highlighting.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
29%
13%
The gameplay is widely praised for its unique mechanics, beautiful visuals, and emotional storytelling, making it a refreshing experience in a crowded market. While many players find the controls intuitive and engaging, some note moments of repetitiveness and minor frustrations with collectibles. Overall, the game is celebrated for its creativity and immersive qualities, leaving players eager for more.
- “And in a world where so many games are the same old thing, it is really refreshing to experience this very unique take on gameplay.”
- “This one is beautiful, emotional, and powerful with unique gameplay that keeps you hooked.”
- “Unique gameplay, the controls work well, and beautiful graphics.”
- “Gameplay gets a bit repetitive at points, and it is pretty annoying when you can't get one of the collectibles.”
- “Very cute game but the push/pull mechanics on the stones make it impossible to go any farther.”
- “Refreshing gameplay”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its deeply emotional storytelling, featuring a heartwarming yet heartbreaking narrative that explores themes of matrilineal bonds, grief, and hope. Players report being profoundly moved, with many expressing that the game evoked strong feelings, including tears, and kept them engaged throughout. Overall, it is recommended for its unique gameplay and powerful emotional impact.
- “The story is heartwarming and heartbreaking, and the choices you make in the game matter.”
- “Tells a touching story about the beauty and significance of matrilineal bonds and explores bittersweet themes of grief with compassion and hope.”
- “The emotional depth and challenges faced by Robyn contribute to a captivating gaming experience.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for being both catchy and soothing, enhancing the overall emotional experience of the story. Reviewers highlight its perfection alongside the beautiful visuals and compelling narrative, contributing significantly to the game's impact. Overall, the music is considered a standout element that elevates the game's artistic and storytelling qualities.
- “The music is catchy yet soothing.”
- “The music and the artwork are amazing in this game.”
- “The story, the music, the character... so well done!!”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization model is well-received, with users appreciating the absence of ads and in-app purchases, aside from the initial game purchase.
- “Love that there are no ads or in-app purchases (aside from the purchase of the game).”
- “No ads.”
- “No ads.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is generally stable but has some glitches and areas that require improvement, though players still find it enjoyable overall.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
- “There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, and the developers need to address these issues urgently.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
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Players find the game offers significant replayability due to the opportunity to unlock a 'true' ending, which requires collecting items that may be overlooked during the initial playthrough.
- “The game offers multiple paths and choices, encouraging players to experience different outcomes with each playthrough.”
- “With various character builds and strategies to explore, the replayability factor keeps the game fresh and engaging.”
- “There is also replay value to unlock the 'true' ending, as some collectibles are easily missed on the first playthrough.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “While there are multiple endings, the journey to reach them feels repetitive and doesn't offer enough variation to warrant multiple playthroughs.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game to be impactful, often eliciting both laughter and emotional responses, making it a highly recommended experience.
- “Honestly, I love this game! It made me laugh and cry. Get it as soon as possible!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; I found myself chuckling at every turn.”
- “This game has a fantastic sense of humor that kept me entertained throughout!”