Lake

 Xbox One
User Score
6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 15
  3. Negative: 3 out of 15

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  1. jj350
    Jan 4, 2022
    2
    I simply found this to be a boring game designed around a character that I could not relate to in any way. In fact the characters and writing in general just seemed to be too far removed from reality to really get into, which is a bad thing as the game seems to be entirely centered around it's story and character development in what is supposed to be a humble and realistic setting. In factI simply found this to be a boring game designed around a character that I could not relate to in any way. In fact the characters and writing in general just seemed to be too far removed from reality to really get into, which is a bad thing as the game seems to be entirely centered around it's story and character development in what is supposed to be a humble and realistic setting. In fact I think the lack of any real genuine humble mountain town feel is what works against it the most. It's just kind of a ridiculous story with ridiculous characters, but in the most boring way possible.… Expand
  2. GamerGuysNGals
    Sep 6, 2021
    9
    When I first even just seen screenshots of Lake I was just sure it was going to be something special. Then I saw the trailer and was even more excited. After playing it it still went far beyond how much I had hyped it up for myself. Even if my first day with it was buggy, and full of issues I couldnt stop playing it. I just had to finish it. I was caught by surprise the next day thoughWhen I first even just seen screenshots of Lake I was just sure it was going to be something special. Then I saw the trailer and was even more excited. After playing it it still went far beyond how much I had hyped it up for myself. Even if my first day with it was buggy, and full of issues I couldnt stop playing it. I just had to finish it. I was caught by surprise the next day though that they patched it to perfection the very next day. I just love the story, characters, music, and vibe that is delivered in this one. Even delivering mail is fun, and feels like something I love doing. Everything about Lake feels like home to me, and I just hate that it had to end. Good thing it has multiple endings that are all as rewarding as the next based on my own decisions. Lake is special. Lake is beautiful. It's one of those games you just shouldn't miss if you love games like Life is Strange or the TellTale series. Why I give Lake a 9 out of 10...… Expand
  3. Awanka
    Feb 1, 2022
    2
    A relaxing game where you deliver mail and experience some mild drama of the after-school special variety.

    It reminded me of a more boring Life is Strange, and even that game often put me to sleep. I fully accept that I'm just not the target audience for this, as I feel like the developers created exactly the game they intended to. I do appreciate the original concept, and that it    A relaxing game where you deliver mail and experience some mild drama of the after-school special variety.

    It reminded me of a more boring Life is Strange, and even that game often put me to sleep. I fully accept that I'm just not the target audience for this, as I feel like the developers created exactly the game they intended to. I do appreciate the original concept, and that it does something different, but the banality of the dialogue and encounters in this game negate all that. It's like 5 hours of Mr. Rogers delivering mail in his neighborhood.

    This game does have a horrible save system, with save files that take up an absurd amount of space and cannot be deleted.    … Expand
  4. ehtaco
    Jun 17, 2022
    6
    It's an enjoyable game, but there's a ton of tedium here. It looks nice, but it's so janky to play sometimes. I wish there was more to the story than... what's there, which isn't much. The dialogue choices were pretty meaningless as well. It's a nice and pretty relaxing playthrough if you can turn your brain off, though. Not a bad game, but the game being as one-note as it is makes all theIt's an enjoyable game, but there's a ton of tedium here. It looks nice, but it's so janky to play sometimes. I wish there was more to the story than... what's there, which isn't much. The dialogue choices were pretty meaningless as well. It's a nice and pretty relaxing playthrough if you can turn your brain off, though. Not a bad game, but the game being as one-note as it is makes all the flaws stick out more than they normally might.… Expand
  5. AngelTecashi
    Sep 3, 2021
    9
    Está bueno, tal vez sea un juego mundo abierto algo simple, pero pues es creado por un estudio indie, a mí me está encantado este juego
  6. GamingCouchSpud
    Nov 7, 2021
    8
    Lake is what I would call a pallet cleanser game. It is a story driven game, whereby you play as Meredith Weiss, a graduate from MIT who has come back to her hometown of Providence Oaks, Oregon in 1986 to help out her father while he is on vacation. And how do you help out? well, you take over his job for a few weeks as postman (Mailman/Mailwoman) to the town that surrounds the lake.Lake is what I would call a pallet cleanser game. It is a story driven game, whereby you play as Meredith Weiss, a graduate from MIT who has come back to her hometown of Providence Oaks, Oregon in 1986 to help out her father while he is on vacation. And how do you help out? well, you take over his job for a few weeks as postman (Mailman/Mailwoman) to the town that surrounds the lake.

    From working in the big city at a software company, to a sleepy town, driving a mail truck, and talking to the locals. That is the game.

    And this is why I call the game a pallet cleanser. This game is not so much about delivering mail, or even driving a mail truck, it is about talking to people, old friends you knew growing up, as well as new people. Helping people out, doing favours for people, you can even start a romantic relationship. As you meet people you are given choices of how to answer, no right or wrong answers. But since the whole point of the game is the story, if you just avoid conversations, meetings, or helping people, then the game will be very short and very boring. And at the end of the game, you have to make a decision, to return to the city, or stay in the sleepy town you grew up in.

    Driving the truck is nice and easy, you can't kill anyone, or be killed, you can't even drive into the lake. (I tried) You can even put the auto pilot on and just sit back and enjoy the view.

    This really is a game that is you, just taking part in the life of someone over a two week period.

    In many ways the game is boring, and it is supposed to be boring, but the word boring does have a lot of negative connotations to it. Sometimes just driving around a beautiful lake, with stunning views, is just fun to do. From playing games where you constantly feel either frustrated, stressed or exhilarated, here is a game you can just sit back and relax playing.

    It is the ultimate pallet cleansing game. Whether you sit and complete it in one go, or just play it for a few minutes here and there, it doesn't really matter.

    The Good
    The graphics are stunning, such a beautiful game to play. Easy to play, great soundtrack.

    The Bad
    I imagine people wanting more of an "gameplay" experience will be disappointed.

    Overall
    This is a tough one to score. If you know and understand what the game is about, what it is trying to give you, and that is something you want, then it is really quite a relaxing and enjoyable game. But if you just play it expecting it to be more of a "game" than a story, then you will be disappointed.

    Personally I enjoyed it, I liked the change in pace, and sometimes I don't need to shoot zombies, or drive off a cliff to have fun while gaming.

    I score Lake a solid 8/10    … Expand
  7. Wolfplaygames
    Dec 29, 2021
    3
    Almost an complete game

    With an all around good visual, above average storyline, linear choice making and a terrible programmed gameplay, this indie game screams low budget all over, an light-hearted story awaits those who can endure the dull and repetitive gameplay.
  8. wrbdbe
    Dec 26, 2021
    9
    Nah, fam, this game whipped sack. Chill from start to finish. It reminded me of the slower parts of Shenmue in a good way.

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Finger Guns
    Sep 5, 2021
    80
    Lake is a narrative-driven postal simulator quite unlike any other. With a rich story, wonderful characters a beautiful town to explore, if you’re looking for something to ease your mind, you can’t go wrong.
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  2. Video Chums
    Sep 4, 2021
    70
    Lake is a short and enjoyable story-driven game with interesting mail delivery gameplay that drives you to get to know the townsfolk. The story and interactions provide much lighthearted fun so if you can get past the graphical issues and bugs, there's plenty to make you play Lake over and over so you can see how your decisions influence the people of Providence Oaks.
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  3. TrueAchievements
    Aug 31, 2021
    70
    Overall, Lake is a lovely addition to the narrative adventure genre — even if it doesn’t go so far as to push the boundaries of that genre — and offers a relaxed adventure which could serve as a welcome counterpoint to some of the chaos going on in today’s world. You can almost feel the stresses of Meredith’s city life melting away, although Lake does a good job of not pushing you towards one decision or another. It’s entirely up to you, after exploring Providence Oaks and working your way back into the lives of its people, to decide what Meredith should do next. I had fun in my time as Providence Oaks' mail carrier, and even though that job can feel a little stale at times, Lake's charming inhabitants and its gentle story make it more than worth a visit.
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