Lost in Random

Nintendo Life

Roland Ingram·Oct 1, 2021

Critic80/100

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If there's an idea no one's done before, it's probably because it's just a bad idea. But Zoink has managed to hit on something original that actually works with Lost in Random. Its audiovisual world-building is tremendous, ably lifting a servicable quest structure and story, and inventive combat plays to its strengths and is taken carefully up to the limits of its potential. However, the layers of interaction during battles make a promise of strategic complexity that isn't kept, and encounters last too long without the depth to sustain interest. Nevertheless, everything is packaged beautifully and Lost in Random doesn't outstay its welcome, either, leaving you craving one last roll of the dice.

Pure Xbox

Daniel Hollis·Sep 14, 2021

Critic80/100

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Despite these hurdles, we hold no doubt they'll be ironed out in the coming weeks. What will be left is an underrated gem that has unfortunately slipped under the radar. Coming out the same week as Tales of Arise, Life is Strange: True Colors and Sonic Colors: Ultimate, the game appears to have been lost in the noise. It's a shame, but we're confident an audience will be found of people such as us who will love and embrace this game - warts and all. Lost in Random may not strike a chord with everyone, but for those it does, they will absolutely love it.

GameSpot

David Wildgoose·Sep 14, 2021

Critic70/100

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Lost in Random tells a sweet tale with surprisingly deep combat to brighten an otherwise dreary world.

IGN

Gabriel Moss·Sep 14, 2021

Critic80/100

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Lost In Random is a delightful, sprawling action adventure set in a dark but fun Tim Burton-esque universe. Its combat doesn't always hold up but exploring its worlds absolutely does.

Rock Paper Shotgun

Ed Thorn·Sep 13, 2021

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Lost In Random is an adventure through Tim Burtonville that's got cool combat and a wonderful aesthetic, but doesn't surprise as much as one might expect.

Push Square

Jenny Jones·Sep 10, 2021

Critic80/100

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Lost in Random is set in a masterfully crafted world which tells a gothic fairy tale-like story that has plenty of warmth despite its dark hue. With beautiful writing and a touching story, it does a great job at making you really care about what happens to Even, as well as everyone she meets. It also has a truly unique battle system that offers loads of fun in your quest to create a perfect deck. This is a delight to play from beginning to end.

Game Informer

Jill Grodt·Sep 10, 2021

Critic83/100

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This shadowy adventure will get you in the mood for Halloween all year around with its atmospheric design, creative combat system, and well-crafted story.