The Lost Son

About

Story Sean and Belle are on their way to visit their son for his birthday but suddenly they wake up in a mysterious world. Lost and confused, the couple ventures out into the unknown to find out where they are and where their son is. Gameplay In The Lost Son is a puzzle platformer where you play as two characters that you can switch between. Each character has a unique interaction with color. T…

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Play Modes

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

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game is free to play, demonstrating the developer's confidence in their work and providing a service to the gaming community.
It features a cute and simple design, making it enjoyable and refreshing for players looking for a light-hearted experience.
The game includes satisfying puzzles and a great atmosphere, with some players expressing excitement for future developments from the developer.

The game suffers from poor graphics and a lack of polish, making it awkward to play and off-putting for many gamers.
Despite being free, the game has received a dismal public reception, peaking at only 2 concurrent players on Steam.
The developer has been criticized for their controversial behavior and statements, which detracts from the game's overall appeal.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics of the game have been criticized for their lack of polish and outdated 2D visuals, which many players find offputting, especially given the prevalence of 3D graphics since the mid-1990s. Overall, the visual presentation is considered lackluster and awkward, detracting from the overall gameplay experience.
- “It lacks polish, it's awkward to play, and the phoned-in graphics are off-putting.”
- “The game features really lackluster 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users noting its engaging concept and enjoyable experience, complemented by satisfying puzzles that enhance the overall ambiance.
- “For the first game from this developer, it has a great atmosphere and concept behind it.”
- “It's a really enjoyable experience with some satisfying puzzles and a great atmosphere.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's monetization approach, noting that it avoids excessive ads and unnecessary complexity, allowing for a more enjoyable and straightforward gaming experience.