Lake

 PlayStation 5
User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 23 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 23
  3. Negative: 4 out of 23

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  1. Acd1984
    Apr 11, 2022
    7
    Whilst this game offers beautiful scenery in a nice visual art style and has a lot going for it in regards of story and gameplay for me, I'm constantly distracted by things that don't look right or work well, like why does the screen need to go black to exit/enter the truck? Driving mechanics and camera need to be worked on. Pop in is an issue especially with oncoming traffic. The town isWhilst this game offers beautiful scenery in a nice visual art style and has a lot going for it in regards of story and gameplay for me, I'm constantly distracted by things that don't look right or work well, like why does the screen need to go black to exit/enter the truck? Driving mechanics and camera need to be worked on. Pop in is an issue especially with oncoming traffic. The town is deserted and lifeless. The game just feels lazy at points which is a shame because it really is a pleasure to play if these things are ignored… Expand
  2. Darkpunta
    Sep 22, 2022
    5
    Poor graphics, plastic faces, nice but very quiet music and sounds. Game doesn’t take your breath, you don’t believe this story and characters. Couldn’t finish, stopped at 20% progress, waste of time, although it was very promising with posters and trailers.
  3. SuperDuck23
    Jun 28, 2023
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lake has all the potential for something very special in the slice-of-life genre. Sadly it falls short on most fronts which stops the game really soaring high. The biggest issue is how unpolished Lake is - with numerous pop-ins, sound issues and ropey controls coming in droves. The gameplay is a bit too unrewarding and most characters feel slightly undercooked. It's so nearly there, but it just misses out on being charming.

    I will say, however, the surprise appearance of a certain UK celebrity playing one of his own characters was delightful. If only the game had more of those endearing moments.    … Expand

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. PLAY
    Jun 22, 2022
    80
    This is a pleasant small-town fantasy for a cosy weekend, buoyed by some delightful writing. [Issue#15, p.87]
  2. PlayStation Universe
    Apr 20, 2022
    80
    I loved my time in Lake and wished it lasted a bit longer. Though mail delivery doesn't sound so appealing, it was nice and relaxing to drive around a small town and take in the sights. Providence Oaks' town is full of people with big personalities that you can interact with however you want. It has some issues with pop-in issues and repetitive musical score, but it's easy to overlook these issues when the people of Providence Oaks are so delightful to talk to.
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  3. Finger Guns
    Apr 20, 2022
    80
    Lake is a casual, explorative and chilled narrative driven game where you get to immerse yourself in the quaint charms of Providence Oaks. The game features simple controls, wonderful performances and likely the most relaxing game play you’ll experience all year.
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