The Mystery of a Lost Planet
- December 17, 2015
- AlikArt Studio
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamIn "The Mystery of a Lost Planet," you play as a space detective exploring an abandoned planet in search of a missing scientist. Discover hidden secrets and solve puzzles to unravel the truth behind the scientist's disappearance and the planet's strange phenomena. With its unique sci-fi setting and immersive storyline, this game offers a captivating adventure for mystery and puzzle fans alike.
Reviews
- Beautifully rendered landscapes and atmospheric music create an engaging sci-fi environment.
- The game offers a variety of hidden object puzzles, with some unique mechanics that differentiate it from typical HOGs.
- The hint system and skip button provide helpful assistance, making it easier to navigate through challenging puzzles.
- The storyline is underdeveloped and often confusing, with poor translations and numerous typos detracting from the experience.
- Many puzzles lack clear instructions, leading to frustration and requiring excessive use of the hint system.
- The game suffers from sluggish controls, clunky mechanics, and a short playtime, leaving players wanting more depth and content.
- story22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered underdeveloped and simplistic, with many reviewers noting significant plot holes and a lack of clarity that detracts from the overall experience. While the sci-fi theme and setting are appreciated, the narrative fails to engage players, often leaving them confused and uninterested. Despite some beautiful visuals and a unique premise involving a space mission, the storytelling is described as forgettable and lacking depth.
“While most games never have characters or the player is the character, this has a small group of explorers as part of a space mission, which makes it that much more interesting than traditional hidden object game formulas.”
“The theme is well done: I like the artwork, the atmosphere, and even the plot is kind of nice.”
“I thought the plot and premise were quite good.”
“I failed to take in what story was being told; it's as if something was lost in translation to this English version.”
“The story is more or less one giant plot hole.”
“Near non-existent storytelling leaves you wondering what the mystery even is.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful artwork and atmospheric visuals, particularly in alien world scenes. However, others criticize the animations and overall quality as mediocre, noting issues like lag and freezing. While the aesthetics are appreciated by some, they are not enough to elevate the gameplay experience for many users.
“Not much to the plot, you're on a planet looking around basically, the game is more about the visuals and audio, which were nicely done.”
“The theme is well done: I like the artwork, the atmosphere, and even the plot is kind of nice.”
“Loved the graphics for the alien world scenes.”
“The graphics are mediocre.”
“This game regularly lagged, graphics froze, etc. For a hidden object game, this was challenging enough, but the storyline and gameplay are not fluid whatsoever.”
“The graphics are pretty meh, at least in my opinion, in comparison to some of the beautiful hidden object games I've played from Artifex Mundi or Madhead Games.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in "The Mystery of a Lost Planet" is widely praised for its atmospheric quality, with many reviewers highlighting it as the standout feature of the game. Described as reminiscent of Vangelis, the soundtrack enhances the exotic setting and contributes to a comfortable gaming experience, despite some criticisms of the game's overall execution. While opinions on the sound effects vary, the general consensus is that the music significantly elevates the game's ambiance.
“The soundtrack is the real star of this game; I've never heard anything like it, and I wish I could buy/download it separately so I could listen to it on its own!”
“Probably the most comfy menu screen in gaming, with the whole game having atmospheric music that fits the feeling of an alien world.”
“The music was also quite atmospheric, which is always nice in a HOG.”
“The only sci-fi based hidden object game and then it's bad: clunky and buggy UI, annoying music & sound effects and feels very very dated compared to other hidden object games of the same age.”
“Music is a Vangelis wannabe, bearable.”
“And the music was alright.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as average, featuring a mix of challenging puzzles that can be frustratingly difficult and mechanical tasks reliant on trial and error. While the game offers beautiful scenes and a coherent logic to its challenges, it suffers from technical issues like lag and freezing, and its linear progression limits exploration. Overall, the gameplay is engaging but not particularly memorable, with a focus on item collection throughout the adventure.
“First, the mechanics were a bit different than typical hidden object games.”
“Overall the game is a challenge but not needlessly so, and the overall gameplay logic makes sense.”
“Some of the puzzles are irritatingly difficult to solve correctly. Some are purely mechanical, like clicking a number of glowing mushrooms in the correct order, which can only be solved by trial and error.”
“Gameplay runs in a linear fashion, and once an area is completed, it is closed off and cannot be returned to.”
“However, the gameplay is focused on a list of items, as you have many of them throughout the adventure.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive sci-fi setting, complemented by a cozy menu screen and fitting atmospheric music that enhances the alien world experience. The artwork and overall theme contribute to a well-crafted ambiance, making it a standout feature of the game.
“Probably the most comfy menu screen in gaming, with the whole game having atmospheric music that fits the feeling of an alien world.”
“The theme is well done: I like the artwork, the atmosphere, and even the plot is kind of nice.”
“The music was also quite atmospheric, which is always nice in a hidden object game.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
While the game is noted for its bug-free performance and decent running, users criticize its clunky and outdated user interface, as well as its annoying audio elements. Overall, it appears stable but lacks the polish and modernity found in other hidden object games of its era.
“I'm basically giving it a recommendation because, in hindsight, it does seem bug-free and runs decently.”
“The only sci-fi based hidden object game, and it's disappointing: clunky and buggy UI, annoying music and sound effects, and it feels very dated compared to other hidden object games of the same age.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience, which really detracted from the overall enjoyment.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious rather than engaging, often feeling that it lacks challenge or excitement.
“Not puzzling, just tedious.”
“The grinding feels endless and monotonous.”
“It becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
