About this game
Lost in Random is an Action-adventure game with light deck-building aspects developed by Zoink, and Thunderfull the same team behind the critically acclaimed “it takes two”. Once upon a time, in the magical kingdom of random, there lived a queen who possesses the only die left in the kingdom the “black die”. By the Queen’s decree every citizen in the kingdom when they turn 12 rolls a 6-sided die, this will determine their social status and where they will live. You play as a girl named Even living on Onecroft but when your sister Odd turned 12, she managed to roll a 6 although a good thing you can’t help but feel uneasy, a year has passed, and Even has every reason to believe that Odd is in danger. After finding another magical dice, you begin your journey to finding your sister no matter the cost.
- Lost in Randoms’ story is written by award-winning writer Ryan North, he penned a unique world with its own regime, explore 6 twisted realms of the kingdom random with each realm having its own unique set of rules.
- The game’s combat consists of two phases collecting energy from enemies by hitting specific points once you have enough energy, you roll a dice to determine how many cards you can play Weapon, Damage, Defense, Hazard, and Cheat are the 5 main cards types.
- While deckbuilding is not a central mechanic you still need to have a good understanding of how your deck will work practically while in combat, you can only put 15 cards in your main deck the rest will be in your inventory.
- As the game’s title suggests Randomness is a huge mechanic in the game, playing with the hand you dealt with is an important aspect of the game, defy your cursed fate against all odds.
Reviews
Lost in Random is all about randomness, and while that idea doesn’t go far enough in some cases, the game is still a great coming-of-age tale with tons of laughs and tension. It’s also a game where the writing sticks with you long after you’re done. It’s a typical hero’s journey, coming-of-age tale, but it ensures you’re along for the ride where it matters, and no matter your roll, you’ll make it to the end.
Windows Central
Lost in Random is certainly a unique and interesting game, in spite of its flaws and aside from its inspirations. The art style may give the impression of journeying through a Tim Burton-inspired, imaginative landscape, but Lost in Random has its own identity that makes it worth exploring. Despite its faults, the combat’s close similarities to 3D version of the Megaman Battle Network and Starforce series in all of the best ways makes it highly entertaining.
Screen Rant
Interesting combat aside, what resonates and exhilarates about Lost in Random is its story first and foremost. The adventure that Even embarks on is one to savour and one that lives up to the wonderful art direction and visual design. The characters, the dialogue, the discoveries, the animation, the voice acting, the music, the presentation — it all comes together wonderfully.
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