Lost in Play Reviews

I’ve *now* gone back to read reviews and it turns out a lot of other people are irritated by the developers shady advertising tactics where they go “oh yes, it is free to DOWNLOAD, but it clearly says it has in-app purchases.”

Dear Dev team, you know dang well that “in app purchase” setting is for ADDITIONAL purchases - it is not to be used to a game that is NOT free to play. Period. Stop being dishonest jerks and list the actual price to play the game. Players who want to pay to play will still do so, and YOU will save yourself continued negative reviews like this one.

Take it from someone who’s worked in marketing for nearly 2 decades. Honesty is ALWAYS the best policy and right now you are 100% not being honest about the cost of this game and you know it because people have repeatedly told you.

This game is so fun, the animation is incredible and honestly, I loved every thing about it. I used to play Poptropica and it gave me the same sense of play. However, I paid 5.99 for the full game, and while it was fun and I know I’m paying for the animation, I finished the whole game in 3 days. And I don’t play the whole day, just when I had free time. I hope there’s more updates to come with more games to play so my 5.99 feels more worth it. I know it may not seem like a lot but I NEVER buy games.

The art is professional, the characters are endearing, the story is fun, the puzzles are fair with hidden hints to find, and even a “cheat” hint system to fall back on if you get stuck. All very nice. But there are WAY too many “find the right path” puzzles, where you’re moving stuff around (tiles, characters, whatever) to get things aligned just so. So many that it felt like lazy design to me. I almost rage quit in a stretch where you have to outmaneuver a monster chasing you on a segmented track. It was fine the first time, but when you beat him, it puts you on a more complicated track to do it again. And then that happens again. And then it happens AGAIN! The second time was unwelcome but tolerable; after that, it was just not fun. And that just one of MANY puzzles with a similar mechanic. It’s a shame, because many of the other puzzles were genuinely creative and satisfying. With that said, this is a promising early effort by a newer studio, and a game just like this but longer and with more puzzle ingenuity would deserve 5 stars. I hope they keep making these and refining the content. I bet their next one will be just right.

Is it super fun, creative and beautiful? Yes? Is it worth $6? No it’s not. The game is so short, I completed it in 3 hours. I would love to see more levels added but I’ve played free games longer than this. If there won’t be more levels added I would say $2.99 would be a better price. I understand that you have an entire team to pay and the graphics are very high quality, but as a player, I wish I would’ve kept my $6 and spent it on something a little more fulfilling.

When it works, it’s great! But recently it hasn’t been working. I got to the underwater level and when the fish gave me the yellow light the next episode would not load and it took me back to the very beginning where they fell into the boat again. I tried to play the chapter again but every time i got to the end it would crash. Disappointing because I really wanted to play the game today but I don’t want to play the same part over and over

Like a few others in the reviews I normally don’t leave any but this game was so cute and fun! After playing what I knew was just a free play of the first few chapters I was in love, the graphics and gameplay was adorable and the checkers was pretty hard for me it took me a minute and I talked myself into buying the full game. I took away a star I wish I could do a half star because I don’t think it was really worth how much it costs but I get there’s reasons why it costs what it does. However, I’m still very happy I bought it. The storyline is super cute. Like another comment I read I hope the creators make more levels possibly with some of the art already made like where did the beetle come from? There’s 2 “awards” in the Game Center that I haven’t unlocked while playing so I may have to play it until I figure it out it says only .9% and 1% have unlocked them so I love the challenge. I had no problems with audio or glitches. I read some of the 1star reviews and I think those people should replay/rewrite/delete their reviews because it’s not the games fault or they’re just complaining you have to buy it. Much love to the creators and artists you guys did such a good job!

The story and characters are great, the art amazing, the time spent in this world… not enough. You can finish this game in an evening but it’s time we’ll spent. Imagine you’re renting a funny interesting cartoon. There’s a lot of play for the short time you have it. It’s just not a game that is days of play. I loved my time here, I wish it could have been more. The montage to get to the frog towers could have turned into some side quests. Some of them looked fun! And the melding could have been some crazy puzzle to fix yourselves. It just ended too quick. But like I said, it’s short but worth the ride!

I don’t because I have to pay money. I can’t pay money so I can only play four little puzzles. it is not worth downloading unless you like paying for games I like games that don’t have to be paid for. I always try to find games that don’t require money and you can adventure if you’re like me and want that. This is not the game for you, but it didn’t need money, I would love it in the four that I played were amazing it was very challenging. If you guys could please just not make me pay. I would love the game and it would be amazing. It would be my top game cause I have to pay, I deleted LostinPlay and I am no longer playing LostinPlay . I really wish it didn’t require money. I really like searching for games that don’t have to be paid for and you can adventure around and do exactly what you can do in this game but not being paid for. Thank you.

I’m not a big gamer so this suited me. I like puzzle games and I don’t do great with fast reaction games now that I’m getting very old. I love the charm of the game, the pace is just about right. Having said that, I was done in maybe 6-7 hours of actual game play. I bought it on Saturday and it was done by Monday and I only played it for a couple of hours in the evening each day.

Would obviously prefer a longer game

I’ll start with, I loved the game. Great graphics, challenging, and kept my attention. But… I feel like it wasn’t worth the $5.99 to purchase. I finished the game in two days. I only played a couple hours each time. I think if the game was longer, had different “episodes” or even different “games” the brother and sister play, would for sure make it worth it. But I’m kinda left feeling jipped. That’s why I couldn’t give a full 5 stars. I couldn’t give it 3 stars because I did enjoy the game. So, if you’re looking for something to play for an extended amount of time, you’ll be disappointed.

While I did enjoy what I played, 2/3 of the scenes in the trailer are either not in the game at all, or in a cut scene montage near the end, such as the very first shot in LostinPlay description of riding the giant bug.

In the story you are shown a map to follow, but once you get half way, the rest is fast forwarded to the final level. For this reason and the trailer, I was expecting a lot more content.

All this is to say - I wanted more! Wish I didn’t finish it in less than 2 hours. This game would be perfect for a new game plus mode.

I love this game when I first played it I was hooked but then when I reached the point where you have to pay to go on I was so sad because some people can’t pay and I absolutely loved this game I really wish that you didn’t have to pay to go on but otherwise this game is totally amazing so if you are the kind of person who can pay to play this game is perfect but if you are someone who doesn’t want to pay then this is not the game for you.

This game is beautiful. The art, the story, the music, the sound design. All beautifully conceived and executed. The gameplay is intuitive and the puzzles were great fun. My only criticism is that is was almost disappointingly short. I understand it takes a lot of resources to make games, but near the beginning of the game you get a map which shows all of the encounters you would expect to see in your adventure to the end. Unfortunately, after three short encounters, the game goes into a video montage (which is fun and beautiful and well animated) showing the main characters completing the rest of the encounters that we previously on the map before diving into the final chapter. I can’t tell you how disappointing it was to realize that all of the adventures I expected to have in this lovely game were just being gleaned over in a short cut scene. This might not be the case, but certainly seemed as though perhaps the devs ran out of funding to fully bring each chapter to life? I’d have much preferred they had edited the map to remove some things as opposed to making a cut scene. Perhaps I’d have been happier not knowing what I was missing. In any case, the game is still worth the money and a great play. You should buy it so that maybe next time the devs will have all the funds necessary to fully flesh out their vision! Hope they make another one!

I loved everything about this game. The animation is fantastic, I love how so many items are interactive and the puzzles are fun yet challenging. My only complaint is the game was too short and I paid for it 😞🥺 I beat it in 3 days and now there’s nothing left to play on I t. Disappointed with how quick the game was to beat, but it was really fun while it lasted! Wish there were more games available like this one!

… LostinPlay Store rated it "Game of the Year." I started playing the free to play part and found it refreshing. A bit different than most of the point and click adventures. The cat under the bed made me giggle once the flashlight was shined on it. So far, the puzzles take thought, but aren’t impossible. I was also taken with the fact that the author's kids were his inspiration. I liked that it was straightforward in letting me know that it was a trial and didn’t advertise as free-to-play only to find that a significant part right in the middle of the adventure was cut out leaving me to wonder why I can’t find the key for a certain door or a part for a puzzle. Until I find out at the abrupt end that you have to pay for the full "free-to-play”. Now that I’ve bought the rest of this game, I’m off to do more puzzling!

10/10! This game was beautiful both in animation and in story, it was challenging enough to be fun and rewarding without being maddening, and it was full of creative ideas and puzzles that I haven’t seen in other games of this genre. While I would love if these games never ended, it was a good length, definitely made me feel like I got my moneys worth. I will definitely play this again in the future, it was that good! Definitely recommend you download this right now, you won’t regret it!

This game is absolutely amazing!!! I never leave reviews or purchase apps literally ever. But after playing the free portion, the price wasn’t bad and the game REALLY had me captivated. Worst thing about the game is that it had to end. The puzzles, the style, wow. It was difficult in the best way!! Some things actually took a good bit of thought but were not impossible. It is really really impressive and addicting. Worth the little price it costs 100%. I hope they make more!!! Like a lot more!!! I love point and click games, this is more than that though, seriously give it a try if you like games like that!

I love adventure puzzle games and have played every one I can find. This one really ranks near the top for utilizing a touch screen in a way which feels natural and groundbreaking. I’d put it next to other favorites like Lumino City, Device 6, The Room, and the Rusty Lake series which did the same. The coolest design feature is that it doesn’t feel like a game with cut scenes, it feels like an interactive animated film. It was just joyful to play. And I know we’re all used to free or cheap games which go on forever now, but the quality here is incredible so think of the price as voting for them to make more games like this. ASAP hopefully.

This is a very good game. The main characters made me laugh. I admire the imagination used to create it, and I like how some puzzles can make you think while others are somewhat easy and can give you a break. It is pay to play however so keep that in mind, I look forward to getting the full game. My one problem so far is that when you are pulling the sword out of the stone you have to really hard, my finger was in pain when I finished. Definitely in my favorite game shelf.

I’ve never said this before about any app, but I feel this is quite literally a flawless game. A reasonable price (no subscriptions!); incredibly imaginative; thoughtful puzzles that are challenging but not so much so they bog the storyline; perfect mechanics. I can’t say enough good things about the pacing of this game; animations and cut/intro scenes are altered if you’re, for example, repeating a challenging section, so the gameplay never really feels repetitive or mired. I’ve been taking my time through it and playing with my kids and am going to be bummed when we finish it. Great work and really a standard iPhone games should be held to.

I’m always on the look out for fun adventure mobile games, but all the ones I find are so typical and there’s too many adds and other features that you have to pay to buy. This game has none of that, the first chapter of the game is free, but the rest of the game costs $5 I think. I payed the money to play the rest of the game and it was totally worth it. There are also no ads at all (unless you want to watch one to skip a puzzle). Everything about the game is so unique: the animation style, the storyline, the puzzles, the characters and so much more. And I’m pretty sure the two playable characters were designed after the creator’s son and daughter, and I think that’s really sweet. If you want to exercise your brain and your imagination then I definitely recommend you play the whole game. This is by far one of my favorite mobile games I’ve ever played, 10/10 😊

I’m not huge on puzzle games, but this might be the best puzzle game I have ever played. The animations are great. Honestly, I don’t even like paying for games because I think it’s a waste but even passing the first level I knew like paying for this was the greatest thing I’ve ever done honestly an amazing game. You should definitely buy if you love these kind of games even if you don’t, it’s good! There should definitely be some sort of sequel to the game that’s my only hope that there is.

This game has easily become a cherished favorite. The art style and animation is so pleasing to the eye- the puzzles were challenging yet enjoyable- the voice acting being grumbles and emotive sounds was brilliant and funny…. And don’t even get me started on the goblins, I absolutely adored them and desperately need more goblin villages and shenanigans…I could go on and on
But I’ll finish by saying thank you for making this game, you’ve won a fan who is desperate for more<3

the game is so much fun in a tale of two siblings trying to get home after a magical world crashes into their own. the art style was so simple yet they took the game to new and exciting heights with characters that are so endearing and a storyline you can’t help but be invested in. HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

the creators and the team behind them seem so genuine as in the credits, it seems like a small group of individuals really got together to make such an experience possible. i can’t wait to see if they’ll release another game and how they stretch the boundaries of storytelling and gaming!

As soon as I opened this game, I knew at first sight it was nothing ordinary. It had an adorable cartoony and childish artstyle, there were extremely smooth animations, and everything was so well kept and organized! When I started playing, the only change was me just liking it even more! I highly recommend this game to anyone longing for something to do; it’s a real amazing boredom buster!

I love it! Five stars.

I really enjoyed the free portion of the game and was considering buying the full game, but seeing that I’d already done 1/3 of the game in about half an hour, it seems like a steep price for such a brief game.. If there was a way to go further with ads instead of paying $6 I’d absolutely do that, but it’s just a little too much for what could only be another hour of play. That said, the free part is VERY cute and I enjoyed it!

I read a few reviews that thought it was too short of game play and there shouldn’t be a $charge for it. I’m an advanced player, and have played a lot of different genres. I tried this one for a change of pace and and it was from Snap Break. It was delightful, challenging enough, and actually gave me several hours of game play as I did one or two episodes a day. Definitely worth the $ just for the quality and the personality behind it. I would absolutely recommend!

It’s just one of those casual games for all ages that is actually well designed and palatable. I would keep paying for games like this, that only come few and far between. Thank you for setting the standard for well designed IOS games. I’m glad this wasn’t on Apple Arcade and is available to all.

Super fun! Love the puzzles. Love the storyline. Big thanks for the ending. It felt almost meta, which I thoroughly enjoyed. I can’t wait for more games like these to come out. It was simple, clean, and elegant!

Loved this game so much. Kept my interest and the puzzles and graphics were fantastic and creative. Even my husband enjoyed helping me
Play this game when I was overthinking the puzzles. I was so sad when it ended and I looked for additional stories. I hope they add more fun episodes and realize they have so much wiggle room to take this brother and sister on more adventures! Please think of extending this game with bonus levels or additional adventures. We want more!!

Lost in Play is an absolute gem of an iOS game that deserves every one of its five stars! From the captivating storyline to the stunning graphics and immersive gameplay, LostinPlay kept me hooked for hours on end. The clever puzzles and challenging levels provided just the right amount of difficulty, making each victory all the more rewarding. The developers have clearly poured their hearts into creating this masterpiece, and it shows in every aspect of the game. Highly recommended!

I’m not one to spend money on games but after I played the free trial - I was hooked. This game is childish and perfectly challenging in the best way, thinking about a child’s imagination and how it has the ability to come to life. The price was incredibly fair seeing how much there was to do within the game. It was easy but just challenging enough to make and fun and the animation was beautiful. I definitely recommend this game and paying past the free trial!!!!!!!

I loved this game. Sure I got stuck on a few puzzles but with the help of the internet I always got past. I especially love that you can get hints for free, and you don’t have to buy coins or watch an ad. That was a really great aspect. Yes, it was a free download and then you had to buy the full game, but I actually really liked that. It let me see the game and see if it was something I would want to spend money on. Very worth my time.

I’ve been playing point and click games for over a decade and this game is really good! From the animation style to the actual puzzles! The puzzles are very straightforward for the most part and though some of the games take longer it doesn’t take away from the game! The concept of it is also cool! I recommend and honestly wish I could find games similar to this one!

A world of weird creatures, a journal on which the hidden notes are revealed by blue light, young siblings, the sister trapped in the end of the story and they having to be together to finally go back to reality? Am I the only one who is thinking of Gravity Falls? Even the man in the very beginning reminds me of the Shmebulock guy(??) Also some scenes in LostinPlay store video are not in the game. Despite this (critically) it's still a very good game though. Maybe some DLC or even a LIP 2 is possible! Hope you will do better!

This is a non-verbal adventure that brings you back to childhood. Remember when a tree was a skyscraper or the fallen log was a fierce dragon to fight? Lost In Play takes you back to those feelings. The puzzles are difficult enough to keep your internet but not something you have to rage quit for a couple. The story and twist are so well thought through with a whimsical-Fey like world of wonder.

I love puzzle games, and this one is not just beautiful, but exquisitely challenging (but not impossible to solve)! There's a lot of trial and error, variety of puzzles, and fun mixed in this game. To move forward in the game, you don't need a lot of direction, but solving the puzzles are a perfect balance of challenge and intrigue! I don't use the hints very often, but even they don't give explicit answers.

But it was great! Puzzles were just challenging enough to be difficult without being frustrating.
Music and animation were top notch. I felt the game was a good length for the price. It kept me going for a good 3 days. A little over that, actually. Parts of it were kind of gross, (like the lady feeding her earwax to birds!) but I guess that’s what you get when you delve into a kid’s imagination!

I’ve always loved playing puzzle-type games on Xbox, ps4, and Nintendo. I never found a game on my phone I felt so connected to. The characters are incredibly lovable and charming. The settings and thematic elements are thoughtfully organized and whimsical. I hope they make a sequel to this game eventually , I would definitely play it.

Nothing else like it. The creativity is amazing, the storytelling beautiful and hilarious. The characters are great, the language is clever and expressive. The music is catchy and never tiresome. And the puzzles themselves are a perfect level of challenging and innovative.

I can’t rate this highly enough, and can’t wait to see the next offering from this team.

I was not too sure if I would like it so I went for the free trial and just wow, I was having so much fun I purchased the full game right then and there, and having beaten it I can say a few things, 1 if you want a really long game than this is not for you, this game only took me and my friends about 5 hours to beat but nonetheless those were some of the best hours I have spent gaming and I have played ton of video games, and also if you want great and not frustrating puzzles then this is the right game.

I downloaded the free version first and didn't buy the full game until many weeks later. After finishing the game, I can say the purchase was 100% worth it. This game has so much personality with a great variety of puzzles throughout. The art and music are underrated and add so much to the world these characters are in. The difficulty is, in my opinion, perfect. It provides some challenge without causing frustration and seamlessly pulls you through the story. I was surprised by the comedy as well. 10/10, and I really hope this developer keeps releasing masterpieces like this.