Lost in Random

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. TheXboxHub
    Oct 6, 2021
    70
    Lost in Random is a very unique game. It has great writing and some of the best art direction of the year. However, the combat system plays a risky gamble that I don't feel quite works out in the game's favour.
  2. Edge Magazine
    Oct 9, 2021
    60
    It's worth rolling on to the end, but you might find yourself wishing it had more of the concision of its cinematic inspirations, rather than the drag of a family game of monopoly. [Issue#364, p.123]
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Awards & Rankings

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#45 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2021
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#38 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2021

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 42 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 42
  3. Negative: 3 out of 42
  1. ScorpioKing
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. Story, voice acting, gameplay, level design, everything is top notch. good combat… Full Review »
  2. ehtaco
    Jul 20, 2023
    6
    I was very much into everything this game seemed to be. Loved the art style, loved the atmosphere, loved the vibes. But the gameplay lets itI was very much into everything this game seemed to be. Loved the art style, loved the atmosphere, loved the vibes. But the gameplay lets it down big time. It's clunky and just doesn't feel very intuitive. I honestly feel like this game would be better with less actual combat.… Full Review »
  3. CraigEchols
    Jul 4, 2023
    8
    While the aesthetic may be a turn off to most, Lost in Random boasts a simple, but enjoyable story with likeable characters and plenty ofWhile the aesthetic may be a turn off to most, Lost in Random boasts a simple, but enjoyable story with likeable characters and plenty of personality. The way the developers were able able to make so many nods to puns on numbers and numerical jargon is impressive. Combat is simple but kept interesting with the die system in having to acquire gems to roll to use a card to battle back. While clever, in longer battles (especially boss battles) this system can be cumbersome and make the of the battles feel that much longer. Puzzles can be hit and miss with some puzzles being quite clever with specific tasks requiring effort and others being simple fetch quests and the side content is much the same. Overall, I am enjoying story. The game plays like a Disney story wrapped in a Tim Burton art style with basic, but creative combat. The game isn't for everyone, but is a reminder that you don't need big budgets and overwhelming, cinematic display to make an enjoyable game.… Full Review »
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