Lake

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. XboxAddict
    Sep 22, 2021
    73
    Lake is a relaxing gaming experience that is quite unique, not just mechanically, but with its laid back game design. You can tell that Gamious made Lake with a lot of heart, as it’s a charming experience that can be enjoyed in any way you see fit. While the courier parts may become dull after a while, Lake is a great example of a charming and unique gaming experience unlike anything else if you’re looking for a comforting game to unwind with.
  2. Eurogamer Italy
    Nov 5, 2021
    70
    Lake is a good narrative adventure with monotonous gameplay but a fascinating artistic direction that is impossible to ignore.
  3. Generación Xbox
    Nov 4, 2021
    68
    Lake is a relaxing take on the daily experiences of a rural mailman. Interesting, though monotonous at times.
  5. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jan 12, 2022
    65
    Highly relaxing, sometimes too much perhaps, Lake offers an escape of a few hours that is not refused when one seeks a purely restful narrative experience. The interactive story shaped by Gamious also benefits from a great deal of authenticity and choice of dialogues that allow the player to feel truly engaged. Too bad the adventure is based on a pattern that does not evolve enough, a too languid pace and a scenario that fails to touch us fully.
  6. WellPlayed
    Sep 16, 2021
    65
    While the concept of Lake is simple and sweet, the repetitive gameplay can take away from the story and its interesting characters, making the daily delivery tasks more of a chore than something more.
  7. BaziCenter
    Sep 19, 2021
    60
    Lake offers a relaxing, slow-paced experience that is not for everybody, but if you need a break from all the fast-paced action packed routine of these days and not looking to spend more than 20 bucks, then Lake can be a good choice for you.
  8. Xbox Achievements
    Sep 7, 2021
    60
    Buried beneath Lake's innumerable mundane tasks are some really cool characters and stories. It’s just a shame you have to dig deep to really reach them.
  9. Guardian
    Sep 1, 2021
    60
    This peaceful circuit is perfect for the kind of person who tries to observe traffic laws when playing Grand Theft Auto.
  10. GameSkinny
    Aug 31, 2021
    60
    In full, Lake doesn't quite reach the highs I experienced when I played it in part earlier this year. The story gets in its own way with narrative threads that compete for time and ultimately leave none of them with a satisfying conclusion. While the game is beautiful and its central mail carrier gameplay is as strangely enticing as it seemed all along, it's the people of Providence Oaks I will not miss.
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  1. Eurogamer
    Sep 13, 2021
    A gentle adventure, imbued with a sense of place and purpose. [Eurogamer Recommended]

Awards & Rankings

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#60 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2021
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#47 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2021

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User Score
6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 29
  3. Negative: 4 out of 29
  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 writingI 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.… Full Review »
  2. TagschererJr
    Sep 5, 2021
    10
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  3. filipedbranco
    May 27, 2022
    8
    You should not play this video game expecting AAA values, because it is an indie game and this review is based on that. Lake is a very calmingYou should not play this video game expecting AAA values, because it is an indie game and this review is based on that. Lake is a very calming and relaxed experience, with very beautiful scenery and perfect music for the atmosphere the game tries to create. It's also not a game with a big mystery or plot twists. It is a game about a small town by the lake and its very characteristic characters. The weak points for me were the driving, sometimes a bit awkward, and the music selection being not very varied (funny, because in one of the lines of dialogue, the main character criticizes this too, ahah, that was bit meta). But within what it sets out to do, it was a fun and at times exciting and touching experience, and as I said, very, very relaxing. Perfect game to escape the frenzy of other big games with big boss fights, etc. I will want to play more games from this studio.… Full Review »
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