The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout Anthology

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"The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout Anthology" is a linear action-adventure game set in the world of Mossflower, where players step into the roles of Liam or Sophia, newest members of the Lilygrove Scout Corps. In Act 1, they must outwit attacking sea rats and light the beacon to summon aid. Act 2 continues the journey, with the Scout Corps rallying to fend off enemies and protect their home. This is the first official Redwall story since 2011.

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Play Modes

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

The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout Anthology screenshot

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

story8 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game captures the charm and atmosphere of the Redwall series, with endearing characters and beautifully crafted environments.
The innovative scent mechanic adds a unique layer to stealth gameplay, enhancing exploration and immersion.
The narrative is rich and engaging, featuring memorable characters and moral dilemmas that resonate with fans of the series.

The game suffers from unpolished controls and clunky movement, particularly during stealth sections, which can lead to frustration.
Graphics and 3D models are often low-quality, with issues like floating trees and muddy textures detracting from the overall experience.
Some gameplay elements, such as fetch quests and the scent mechanic, can feel repetitive and may not be well-executed, leading to a lack of excitement in certain areas.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by its engaging narrative, memorable characters, and moral dilemmas that enhance player immersion, particularly for fans of the Redwall series. While the storytelling is praised for its charm and emotional depth, some players find the information dumps overwhelming and the fetch quests repetitive. Overall, despite some gameplay issues, the story is seen as a highlight, offering a heartfelt adventure that resonates with its audience.
- “Each episode introduces memorable characters, heartfelt moments, and moral dilemmas that challenge players to consider their actions, hallmarks of Jacques' storytelling.”
- “But the majority of the game stands on its own original characters and storyline following the Lilygrove Scouts, which can best be compared to the Guosim as a band of warriors looking to protect Mossflower Woods.”
- “The characters are adorable, the puzzles are challenging, and the story is wonderful.”
- “The abundance of fetch quests, while true to the Redwall theme, can feel repetitive and lack complexity in later gameplay.”
- “While the voice acting enhances immersion, certain lines or sections lack vocal consistency, which can momentarily break the story’s flow.”
- “Love the story, but the info dump when you speak to the characters can be a little bit overwhelming sometimes.”
gameplay
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The gameplay features a blend of stealth and strategy, with players navigating enemy territory and solving puzzles, though the simplistic enemy AI can reduce tension. A unique scent mechanic adds depth to exploration and stealth, but the abundance of fetch quests and some janky mechanics may detract from the overall experience. While the game captures the charm of the Redwall universe, its execution feels dated and may not appeal to newcomers.
- “The gameplay emphasizes stealth and strategy, requiring players to navigate through enemy territory, solve environmental puzzles, and make choices that impact the story’s progression.”
- “One unique element of this game is the scent mechanic, where enemies can detect your scent depending on the wind's direction, but also can be used to lure them into traps.”
- “The mouse-themed mechanics, like scrambling on all fours to sprint, and following scents, do a good job of making you feel like a mouse.”
- “The stealth mechanics are accessible yet occasionally simplistic, with basic enemy AI that can sometimes detract from the tension.”
- “The scout was such a sweet story and I honestly enjoyed it as a whole, but there are still many janky aspects to the gameplay and it feels dated to an extent.”
- “While this game has some unique mechanics and story elements that are somewhat interesting to look at, the design of the stealth set-pieces is far too monotonous to hold much attention.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the Scout Anthology are characterized by a charming, painterly art style that effectively captures the essence of the Redwall universe, though they may feel somewhat outdated and unpolished to newcomers. While the visuals are praised for their detail and alignment with the source material, some players note issues like popping background elements and inconsistencies between interior and exterior locations. Overall, fans of the Redwall lore may find the graphics appealing, complemented by superb artwork and character animations.
- “Visually, the Scout Anthology captures the charm of Redwall with its painterly art style and attention to detail.”
- “Superb artwork, character models and animation, and music.”
- “I grew up with the Redwall books, and the aesthetic of the books carries really well into the stylized graphics of the game.”
- “The game itself does not have the best graphics or anything, and it's not that polished, but it has the best music out of any game I have played.”
- “However, for someone who hasn't had any experience with the Redwall universe, the graphics, somewhat unpolished gameplay, and slightly clunky movement will probably be pretty off-putting.”
- “Graphics are a little outdated, but as I said, if you are a fan or you enjoy a good story, it doesn't bother that much.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of "The Lost Legends of Redwall™: The Scout Anthology" is highlighted by its memorable characters, heartfelt moments, and moral dilemmas that resonate with players. The game serves as a tribute to the beloved Redwall series, providing an atmospheric and touching experience for both longtime fans and newcomers, despite some minor flaws. Overall, it is described as a heartfelt adventure that captures the essence of the Redwall universe.
- “Each episode introduces memorable characters, heartfelt moments, and moral dilemmas that challenge players to consider their actions, hallmarks of Jacques’ storytelling.”
- “The Lost Legends of Redwall™: The Scout Anthology is a heartfelt tribute to the Redwall series that will delight longtime fans and newcomers alike.”
- “In summary, 'The Lost Legends of Redwall™: The Scout Anthology' is a love letter to the Redwall universe, offering fans an atmospheric and heartfelt journey.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with some users considering it the standout feature despite the overall lack of polish in graphics and sound design. However, there are mixed opinions, as some find the music bland and unbalanced. Overall, the soundtrack is regarded as good, with a strong desire from fans for its release on platforms like Spotify.
- “The game itself does not have the best graphics or anything, and it's not that polished, but it has the best music out of any game I have played.”
- “Superb artwork, character models and animation, and music.”
- “(Please release that song on Spotify, I'm begging you)”
- “The sound design is unbalanced and the music is bland.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of "The Lost Legends of Redwall™: The Scout Anthology" is praised for its authentic representation of Brian Jacques' beloved world, featuring charming characters and beautifully crafted woodland environments. While it successfully captures the essence of the Redwall universe, some reviewers note a contrast with the inclusion of unexpectedly gruesome elements. Overall, it is regarded as a heartfelt tribute to the series.
- “The game captures the charm of Brian Jacques' world, from its endearing characters to the beautiful, woodland-inspired environments.”
- “In summary, 'The Lost Legends of Redwall™: The Scout Anthology' is a love letter to the Redwall universe, offering fans an atmospheric and heartfelt journey.”
- “The atmosphere of the books is achieved very well, save for the surprisingly gruesome deaths the books have sometimes.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is achieved very well, save for the surprisingly gruesome deaths that occur at times.”
- “The overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players fully.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere feels disjointed and fails to create a cohesive experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is inconsistent, with some users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that necessitate restarting chapters, while others have experienced a smooth, bug-free experience in the anthology.
- “There were too many bugs and glitches, sometimes powerful enough that I had to restart the chapter to get rid of them.”
character development
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Character development is highlighted by endearing designs that enhance the overall experience, complemented by lush and inviting environments; however, some animations may feel outdated.
- “The character designs are endearing, and the environments are lush and inviting, though some animations can appear dated.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me wanting more complexity.”
- “Despite the charming designs, the characters don't evolve in meaningful ways throughout the story.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong character-driven replayability, as players can choose to play as either Liam or Sophia, unlocking unique dialogue and narrative paths that enhance the overall experience and encourage exploration of both perspectives.
- “Character-driven replayability: playing as either Liam or Sophia unlocks different dialogue and narrative paths, enriching the experience for fans wanting to explore both perspectives.”
- “The game offers multiple endings based on your choices, encouraging players to replay and discover all possible outcomes.”
- “With various character builds and strategies, each playthrough feels unique, making you want to dive back in for a fresh experience.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless after the first playthrough.”
- “Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to go back; the side quests are repetitive and uninspired.”
- “While the character-driven replayability offers different perspectives, the overall experience feels too linear to warrant multiple playthroughs.”
humor
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The humor in the game is largely considered ineffective, with some users feeling it falls flat and fails to elicit any genuine laughter.