Lost Lands: Redemption > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

97 of 105 found this review helpful

WAIT FOR A SALE IF NEED BE BUT THE CE VERSION'S BLING IS WORTH EVERY PENNY!

PostedMarch 27, 2020

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Completed Game approximately 8.0 Hours
(including completion of all puzzles & Bonus Chapter
30 Scene Locations +12 CE Bonus Chapter
Difficulty Range: Intermediate-Expert (& a great way to cut your teeth for beginners)

Susan has been summoned to the Lost Lands once again, but this voyage stirs emotions of inner turmoil as she struggles to balance life in the Lost Lands as a Warmaiden, and ...Show more

Completed Game approximately 8.0 Hours
(including completion of all puzzles & Bonus Chapter
30 Scene Locations +12 CE Bonus Chapter
Difficulty Range: Intermediate-Expert (& a great way to cut your teeth for beginners)

Susan has been summoned to the Lost Lands once again, but this voyage stirs emotions of inner turmoil as she struggles to balance life in the Lost Lands as a Warmaiden, and life on Earth as a mother and wife. Neither life will matter, however, if Susan doesn't choose Maaron over Jimmy because Drak UL's heart has been uncovered on Earth and must be returned to the Lost Lands for safe-keeping. If the heart falls into the wrong hands, both worlds could be destroyed if Drak Ul the giants' heart and soul are reunited.

I know most of us don't think about what goes on behind the scenes, and I'm not even sure the developers realize that they are light-years ahead of all others. Pay attention to the details folks, look at the graphics, the characters movement animations (okay, disregard a few creepy eyelid movements or creepy sign-language flitter fingers) Think about the work that went into creating those incredible morphs & interactive collectibles (CE version only)...and think about the incredible price point for all that work! Pay attention to the surroundings, the realistic atmosphere, and the realistic interactive tasks. These devs have been to Mars and back folks, they have looped around other galaxies several times, while other devs can only manage to come up with the same 'ole, smoking out hundreds of beehives, placing a gazillion emblems, spirals & symbols, sticky note hints plastered everywhere/no grey matter required, and allowing players to click on a few neon-green lamps! (think about it) THIS is why this developer is my Number One all-time favorite developer, they know how to put the HOPE back into HOPA games! My only complaint is, why did you have to make Jimmy's character so winey & annoying? He isn't a very likable person in this game. Now that he's all grown up, shouldn't he act more mature?...just saying)

Morphing Objects/Collectibles (CE version only)
Whoa, hold on folks! Just when I thought these guys couldn't possibly make their collectibles any better, they made me start digging for gold, literally, they placed hidden Coins under rocks and other various nooks and crannies! There are 53 Collectibles total, 8 Coins-7 Giant's Mark-7 Susan's Photo Memories-8 Maps-11 Lost Lands Manuscripts and 12 Figurines (in the BC) Each scene also has a Morphing Object, 30 total. You can enable/disable the curser-hand change option when you encounter morphs & collectibles as well as show the scenes with missed collectibles & morphs on the map.

Hidden Object Scenes:
There are only 12 Hidden Object Scenes +3 in the CE Bonus Chapter, but don't let that deter you because these are some of the most interactive and lengthy, whole-room scene HO's you'll ever see, unless of course, you play other games by this developer. There are only 4 different variations, Interactive List, Interactive Silhouetted Shapes, Interactive Multiples, and Finding & Replacing. The interactions are multi-layered and do require a lot of thought processes because the interactions are not your typical cookie-cutter interactions. Did I mention how talented this team is? My only suggestion to them would be to offer an alternative game for players who may find these too frustrating, or perhaps a skip button feature?

Mini-Games:
Put on your thinking caps to solve 37 Mini-Games +16 in the CE Bonus Chapter. These aren't impossible puzzles, but they will require a little bit of thought and a little bit of patience. These aren't the kind of games that can be solved in one or two moves, and certainly not by luck of the draw. Did I mention how incredibly talented this team is? Even the Hidden Object Scenes are more like puzzles AND they have mini-games within them!

Bonus Chapter: (CE version only)
The journey continues right where you left off as Susan, Jimmy and Maaron retrace there steps to search for Maaron's Impaler that was dropped during the main game. There are 3 incredible Hidden Object Scenes and 16 Mini-Games across 12 familiar scenes. There are no Morphs in this chapter but you will search for the final 12 Collectible Figurines (of the last new character in the 3rd chapter!)

Collector's Edition Extra's:
10 amazing Wallpapers, 10 Concept Art Pictures, 8 Music Soundtracks, 17 Video Cutscenes, 12 Replayable Mini-Games, 20 Puzzles +5 Bonus Puzzles (you must complete collections to unlock) 53 Collectibles (8 Coins-7 Giant's Mark-7 Susan's Memories-8 Maps-11 Lost Lands Manuscripts-12 Figurines) 30 Morphing Objects, 3 very long Chapters +Bonus Chapter and a Built-In Strategy Guide.

LOST LANDS SERIES LIST
Title***Standard Edition Release Date***Average Rating

1-Dark Overlord (March 23-2014) 4.3
2-The Four Horsemen (February 13-2015) 4.7
3-The Golden Curse (December 4-2015) 4.5
4-The Wanderer (November 23-2016) 4.3
5-Ice Spell (October 11-2017) 4.6
6-Mistakes of the Past (August 26-2018) 3.9
7-Redemption (March 27-2020) n/a

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I recommend this game!

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IT’S BEEN A LONG WAIT FOR A NEW LOST LANDS GAME BUT REDEMPTION IS FINALLY HERE

PostedMarch 27, 2020

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

At the end of another successful foray into the Lost Lands, Susan is met by Maron who has another mission for her, this one somewhere on Earth where an ancient artifact has been found. This artifact is the beating heart of Drak UL, who was entombed in the Lost Lands while his heart was sent elsewhere to ensure he never regained his destructive power. Susan must now find the heart and make sure it ...Show more

At the end of another successful foray into the Lost Lands, Susan is met by Maron who has another mission for her, this one somewhere on Earth where an ancient artifact has been found. This artifact is the beating heart of Drak UL, who was entombed in the Lost Lands while his heart was sent elsewhere to ensure he never regained his destructive power. Susan must now find the heart and make sure it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands or it could spell disaster for all worlds. Working on Earth will ensure Susan is around her family again, but that might not be everything she hoped.

I love this developer who is one of the few who has not fallen under the cookie-cutter spell. When I see a game from them, I know it will be content-rich and comparable to those games of yesteryear that many of us long to see once again. They do not release a game every month and, if we are lucky, we might get a game from them twice a year.

Lost Lands Redemption is a long game with a well-developed storyline, and one that is packed with extra goodies, time-consuming HOS, and great puzzles. When I play a HOS from this developer it usually takes me a good bit of time to complete as we must find objects to use that will open other objects before we finally reach our goal. At least for me, it is not always easy to find that one elusive item that will get me started to find what I finally need to complete the scene. I am generally not a fan of puzzles or mini-games but I really, really enjoy the puzzles in games from this team. I enjoy puzzles that make me think and take time to solve and those are the type that you will find in Redemption.

Lost Lands Redemption will probably be one of the best games I play this year and I know that it will be replayed again in the months and years to come. When I see a game from this development team it is ALWAYS an instant buy for me. No questions asked nor need to play the demo because I know it will be a game that is exactly what I want for the way I love to play. That being said, I always recommend that you try the demo because what I like in a game might be different from what you are looking for so please do try the demo before you buy. If you are new to playing HOPA games, I highly recommend any game from this developer. Happy gaming! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Excellent!

PostedMay 11, 2020

bulletproof_gran

Skill Level:Beginner

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Wow! This game is out of this world. The graphic, the sound effects, the way the games flows over you... Some of the puzzles were the best I have ever played. Like the one at the beginning when you are climbing out... Amazing! And the first video was stunning. Maybe there's a little bit of too much dialog in this one... But, when the big picture is revealed it can be said that this game is an ...Show more

Wow! This game is out of this world. The graphic, the sound effects, the way the games flows over you... Some of the puzzles were the best I have ever played. Like the one at the beginning when you are climbing out... Amazing! And the first video was stunning. Maybe there's a little bit of too much dialog in this one... But, when the big picture is revealed it can be said that this game is an overwhelming experience for all the mystery fantasy lovers out there. Definitely try this one. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

7 of 7 found this review helpful

Grow up Jimmy

PostedJanuary 11, 2021

imcjm

fromPittsburgh PA

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I really like the whole series. I'm half done with this one but had to stop and write a review. I'm enjoying it but am soooo sick of Jimmy. You would never guess he is an adult working as a journalist. He acts like a spoiled 10 yr old. It was annoying to start with but now I wish he would leave like he keeps threatening to. Other than that the game is great like all of the Lost Lands.

I recommend this game!

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susan son is a little wyner booohoohoo!!!!!

PostedApril 4, 2020

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fromlakewood,co.

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

i like this series i hope they come out with more i do like susan and her son turned out to be okay

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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a good HO game

PostedJuly 13, 2020

denniann2

fromharrisonburg, virginia

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

this is a story about the lost lands. it is another installment in the series. it is kind of confusing but that is probably my fault. i can't remember the earlier ones. some of it is familiar but some of the back story i don't remember. i played on th4e custom level. good hint system. i had to skip a good many of the mini games.

I recommend this game!

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Imaginative play, unusual puzzles and a real adventure!

PostedJune 9, 2020

xxPheonixx

fromToronto, Ontario, Canada

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Large File, Mahjong, Match 3, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

SE version: Great game and fairly long. Lots to do mixed with adventure; like reading a book - you really don't know what's going to happen next.
I loved the graphics and the soundtrack. (As usual), I turned off the music and was in awe of the sounds, especially of nature and the loons!
A lot of care went into the creation of this game and I so appreciate the developers efforts. I was ...Show more

SE version: Great game and fairly long. Lots to do mixed with adventure; like reading a book - you really don't know what's going to happen next.
I loved the graphics and the soundtrack. (As usual), I turned off the music and was in awe of the sounds, especially of nature and the loons!
A lot of care went into the creation of this game and I so appreciate the developers efforts. I was emotionally drawn into the emotions of the game, as I'm sure was intended... they got me!
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I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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love the mobile version but.....

PostedMay 18, 2021

AlassePrince

fromthe netherlands

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Dark Parables: Curse of the Briar Rose

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

i love the mobile version but the walkthrough is actually a must most times for any of the big fish seek and find mobile games but.... the walkthrough for this game is broken.... not one of the pictures loads forcing you to use the youtube lets plays which won't show the fastest way to solve the hard puzzles

i love the game but i personally don't want to be stuck on a single puzzle for weeks ...Show more

i love the mobile version but the walkthrough is actually a must most times for any of the big fish seek and find mobile games but.... the walkthrough for this game is broken.... not one of the pictures loads forcing you to use the youtube lets plays which won't show the fastest way to solve the hard puzzles

i love the game but i personally don't want to be stuck on a single puzzle for weeks and want to use a walkthrough when i find it to hard which isn't possible now Show less

I recommend this game!

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3 / 5

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No walkthrough

PostedMarch 6, 2021

LilReb28

fromReno, NV

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

2 / 5

Level of Challenge

2 / 5

There is a walkthrough, but not with screenshots. Without screenshots the walkthrough is useless.

I don't recommend this game.

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Lost Lands

PostedApril 3, 2020

deddu

fromCalifornia USA

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Puzzle

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

This is more of an adventure game than hidden objects. There are some unique features as climbing up a cliff, but I found the story line rather boring and not my cup of tea. I didn't like the graphics -- too much like a comic book. Always try for yourself.

I don't recommend this game.

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