Survivors: Match 3・Lost Island

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"Survivors: Match 3・Lost Island" is a single-player adventure game with an intriguing story and wonderful game mechanics. Match 3 jewels on a mystery island to start your survival quest, but be prepared for lots of grinding and some bugs. Despite its flaws, the game's humor and perfect graphics make it a fun and engaging experience. Start your survival quest today!

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Play Modes

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

Survivors: Match 3・Lost Island screenshot

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,177 reviews

story176 positive mentions

monetization32 negative mentions

story
349 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
46%
4%
The game's story is generally praised for being interesting and engaging, with many players expressing a desire to see it progress further. However, the overwhelming number of match-3 puzzles required to advance the narrative often frustrates users, leading to a perception that the gameplay detracts from the storytelling experience. While the graphics and storyline are appreciated, the repetitive nature of the puzzles and their difficulty can hinder enjoyment and progression in the game.
- “The story is interesting and keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
- “It has an interesting storyline that makes you curious, definitely different from other match 3 games.”
- “Overall, the game has a great story line and is very interesting and addictive.”
- “The game is boring and the storyline is far too slow.”
- “It really brings the story down when every two minutes you're forced to stop and play yet another of the same minigame.”
- “Love the story, hate the gameplay.”
graphics
250 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
18%
2%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise from users, with many describing them as "amazing," "great," and "detailed." While the visuals are often highlighted as a strong point, some players noted that the graphics could be improved in certain areas or that they felt inconsistent with the gameplay experience. Despite some criticisms, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal and storytelling.
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “Great graphics, very detailed and better than most games.”
- “I love this game very much, high quality graphics and beautifully images.”
- “Nothing justifies a Candy Crush-like puzzle game to use several GB of space, even with the storyline and 2D layered animated graphics.”
- “Poor attempt really, games of the same type are available with better graphics and general playability.”
- “Graphics aren't that good and the game is really slow.”
gameplay
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
31%
8%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the graphics and overall mechanics but expressing frustration with the frequent match-3 mini-games that disrupt the flow and progression. While some enjoy the dynamic elements and puzzle-solving aspects, others find the gameplay rigid and tedious, particularly when faced with technical issues like freezing or loading problems. Overall, the game shows potential but suffers from a lack of balance between its various gameplay elements.
- “I'm deeply impressed with this game - great intro, great gameplay, great graphics.”
- “Love the gameplay whilst following the adventure.”
- “Clear and direct objectives and gameplay.”
- “Great graphics, nice idea, but the match-3 is just frustrating and the gameplay is too rigid.”
- “The mini match-3 games totally ruin the gameplay for me. If I wanted to play that type of game, I'd have downloaded Candy Crush. I've been trying 2 mini-games for 3 days now and cannot get past them. I'm totally bored of the game now as I cannot progress, so I'm deleting it and looking for something else. Pity, really; it looked like it was going to be a good game too.”
- “It's missing a lot of details and the gameplay got boring very quickly.”
monetization
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
11%
70%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads and the pressure to make in-app purchases. While some users appreciate the absence of ads in certain versions, others feel overwhelmed by constant advertisements for other games and the necessity of spending money to progress. Overall, the game's monetization approach is seen as a significant detractor, leading to accusations of it being a cash grab.
- “I loved this game, even spent money on in-app purchases.”
- “I think it is a fun game, no ads, that's great! Only been playing for a few hours; we will see.”
- “This game is addictive with no ads... enjoying it!!!”
- “Constant ads to purchase items.”
- “It's just become another cash grab.”
- “Good game but it's impossible to play without in-app purchases.”
stability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
92%
The stability of the game has been a significant issue for many players, with frequent freezing and glitches reported, particularly in specific areas like the lake and beach. While some users note improvements after updates, frustrations remain high due to persistent problems that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress. Overall, the game's stability is inconsistent, leading to a mixed experience for players.
- “It's a very good game, and very lovely. Anytime I am bored, I do play it and there's no glitches or unnecessary ads; it's just so superb.”
- “Nice game when there are no glitches, and when you get to the end, it would be nice to go to the next part of the game.”
- “I didn't have any problems with the gameplay at all until I got to the lake location, and now it just constantly freezes on my phone no matter what I do.”
- “I passed the 3 puzzles to unlock the office three or four times now; however, when it is time for the level complete screen to leave and the camp to load back up, it freezes and starts the game all over. I am so frustrated! I have been playing this game for so long. Please help! Is anyone else having this problem?”
- “Game starts out good but it doesn't last... once you get so far in, it freezes unless you buy something... would give half a star if I could.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, particularly due to repetitive "connect 3" puzzles that can become boring over time. While some enjoy the overall concept and content, many express frustration with the difficulty scaling and the need to wait for materials to respawn, making the experience feel overly grindy, especially for those not willing to pay for quicker progress.
- “It's way too grindy to wait for materials to respawn and the difficulty of the match part scales up way too much and is overused.”
- “Would enjoy more with a mix of games instead of just the match ones; they become tedious and boring the longer you play.”
- “Doing them quickly becomes very boring and tedious, too time-consuming.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its funny and unique gameplay, engaging stories, and overall entertaining experience. Many reviews note that the humor adds to the game's addictive quality, making it enjoyable and varied. However, some players feel that while the game is funny, the developers may not be receptive to player feedback.
- “Very funny experience playing, lots of variety in gameplay.”
- “Funny and unique gameplay.”
- “Very funny and addictive.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game has received high praise from users, who appreciate its quality and variety. Many express gratitude for the investment made in the soundtrack, highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “Great graphics and soundtrack too.”
- “I love all the music in the game. Thanks for making such great games! 😊😊”
- “Love the music and walkarounds.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, particularly appreciating personalized touches like birthday recognition and in-game gifts, which enhance their sense of connection and specialness. The interactive mechanics, such as touching character icons, further immerse players in the emotional experience.
- “It's an amazing game; they even remembered my birthday, which made me feel special, and they gave me a birthday gift (in-game power-ups)!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players appreciate the replayability of the game, noting that the puzzles are not timed, allowing for a relaxed approach to revisiting them. This design choice encourages players to engage with the content multiple times without the pressure of a time limit.
- “The puzzles are not timed, allowing for a relaxed replayable experience.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, making it highly replayable.”
- “The game encourages multiple runs with different strategies, enhancing its replayability.”
- “The puzzles are not timed, which makes them replayable, but once you've solved them, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “While the game offers some replayability, the lack of varied outcomes makes it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”
- “I found the replayability to be lacking; once you know the solutions, there's not much left to keep you engaged.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, as it runs smoothly even on lower-end devices.
- “It runs smoothly on my old phone.”
- “The game is well-optimized, providing a seamless experience even on lower-end devices.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have optimized the game to ensure it performs well across a variety of hardware.”