- Publisher: Thunderful
- Release Date: May 23, 2023
- Also On: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
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Nov 21, 2023Planet of Lana does not surprise.
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Jun 14, 2023Planet of Lana was a game that promised a lot because of its visuals, but I couldn't get what I wanted in terms of gameplay and story.
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Jun 1, 2023Planet of Lana does many things right, and there are certainly parts you’ll remember, it just doesn’t do too much different. It needed something more to subvert your expectations, but when the inspiration already did this, it’s harder to take it further. Still if you haven’t played these three games, you’ll definitely enjoy your time, or even be wowed by what you find.
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Jun 1, 2023Planet of Lana is a beautiful game with simple mechanics and great characters, including bobcat. But repetitive gameplay, easy puzzles and bad controls in sections with drones and electric labyrinths destroyed our hopes of getting a true gem.
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May 30, 2023Planet of Lana has a great visual style that should help it stand out in a universe full of 2D puzzle platformers, even as its gameplay and story are easily forgotten.
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May 23, 2023On one hand it has an excellent appearance and overall ambience, but then lacks narrative development and compelling gameplay.
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May 22, 2023Far from the scale of odyssey its tagline implies, what it lacks in some emotional gut-punch or satisfying narrative depth, Planet of Lana eventually wins over through the raw power of artistic direction. A direction that if nothing else, ensures such a brief trek across an alien world, remains an eye-catching one.
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Jun 1, 2023Planet of Lana is downright gorgeous but worrisomely shallow. When it comes to play, the game’s puzzles and basic stealth can feel a bit antiquated and probably won’t challenge your cognitive skills. That said, younger players might appreciate the Ghibli-esque visuals.
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May 23, 2023There's a lot to like about this pretty, wordless puzzle platformer, but you'll complete many of its repetition-prone puzzles on autopilot. It's heartfelt, but nowhere near as impactful as Limbo or Inside.
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May 22, 2023While its evocative graphics will attract players on this beautiful journey, the simple traversal puzzles and lack of emotional weight mean Planet of Lana is just not very memorable.
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May 22, 2023There's still plenty to like and admire about Planet Of Lana. It may not deviate much from the puzzle-platforming playbook, but its cinematic action sequences and environments are worth your six hours. It doesn’t quite reach the highs of Ori And The Blind Forest and Limbo and the like, but it’s a solid sci-fi tale and a wonderful debut from Wishfully. I'm excited to see what those folks do next.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 72 out of 96
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Mixed: 14 out of 96
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Negative: 10 out of 96
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May 24, 2023Can't change keyboard binds. this is unacceptable in this time and age. There is no excuse for the lack of complete key rebinding otpion.
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May 25, 2023A wonderful little game with great art direction and storytelling. Compelling characters and fun puzzles.
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May 24, 2023