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Welcome to the world of Random, a dark kingdom where every citizen’s future is determined by the roll of a dice. Will you be defeated by your fate or embrace chaos and learn to make it work in your favor? Embark on a journey with Even and her sidekick Dicey to play the odds and break the curse of Random.
Game analysis
Monster Scorecard
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Story and Narrative
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84
Lost in Random dazzles with its whimsical, Tim Burton-esque world-building and bold themes of rebellion against fate, but its narrative falters under predictable pacing and verbose dialogue, though its creative vision and emotional depth keep it compelling despite flaws.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
84
Positive Reviews (80-100)
89%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
11%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Lost in Random dazzles with its whimsical, Tim Burton-esque world-building and bold themes of rebellion against fate, but its narrative falters under predictable pacing and verbose dialogue, though its creative vision and emotional depth keep it compelling despite flaws.
Gameplay Mechanics
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73
Lost in Random is a bold, inventive mix of action and strategy, praised for its creative dice-driven combat and hybrid gameplay, but undermined by repetitive battles, clunky controls, and undercooked mechanics that leave it feeling uneven and frustrating over time.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
73
Positive Reviews (80-100)
31%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
67%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Lost in Random is a bold, inventive mix of action and strategy, praised for its creative dice-driven combat and hybrid gameplay, but undermined by repetitive battles, clunky controls, and undercooked mechanics that leave it feeling uneven and frustrating over time.
Graphics and Visual Design
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87
Critics raved about Lost in Random's Tim Burton-inspired visuals, calling its whimsical, gothic art style "stunning" and "enchanting," with claymation-like charm and distinct environments. Yet technical flaws—blurry graphics, repetitive design, and hardware limitations—detracted from the experience, though most agreed the creative vision overshadowed these issues.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
87
Positive Reviews (80-100)
85%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
13%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics raved about Lost in Random's Tim Burton-inspired visuals, calling its whimsical, gothic art style "stunning" and "enchanting," with claymation-like charm and distinct environments. Yet technical flaws—blurry graphics, repetitive design, and hardware limitations—detracted from the experience, though most agreed the creative vision overshadowed these issues.
Music and Sound Design
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82
Critics rave about Lost in Random's immersive, whimsical sound design and hauntingly beautiful score, which elevate its eerie atmosphere and storytelling—though minor hiccups in animation-sync and voice acting tone slightly temper the acclaim.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
82
Positive Reviews (80-100)
84%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
16%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics rave about Lost in Random's immersive, whimsical sound design and hauntingly beautiful score, which elevate its eerie atmosphere and storytelling—though minor hiccups in animation-sync and voice acting tone slightly temper the acclaim.
Voice Acting
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74
Praised for its creative, immersive voice acting that elevates storytelling and character depth, Lost in Random faces criticism over technical flaws like poor lip-sync and incomplete voicework, yet remains a standout element despite imperfections.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
74
Positive Reviews (80-100)
50%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
50%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Praised for its creative, immersive voice acting that elevates storytelling and character depth, Lost in Random faces criticism over technical flaws like poor lip-sync and incomplete voicework, yet remains a standout element despite imperfections.
Technical Performance
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64
Lost in Random shines on next-gen consoles and high-end PCs with smooth performance and optimization, but struggles with glitches, graphical flaws, and control issues on older systems like PS4, Switch, and some PC builds—highlighting a mixed technical experience despite its core charm.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
64
Positive Reviews (80-100)
11%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
86%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
4%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Lost in Random shines on next-gen consoles and high-end PCs with smooth performance and optimization, but struggles with glitches, graphical flaws, and control issues on older systems like PS4, Switch, and some PC builds—highlighting a mixed technical experience despite its core charm.
Replay Value
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64
Mixed reviews: Lost in Random offers engaging collectibles, deck-building, and exploration but falters with repetitive combat, limited variety, and structural flaws, making its replayability feel more like a casual revisit than a deep dive.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
64
Positive Reviews (80-100)
4%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
91%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
4%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Mixed reviews: Lost in Random offers engaging collectibles, deck-building, and exploration but falters with repetitive combat, limited variety, and structural flaws, making its replayability feel more like a casual revisit than a deep dive.
Overall Verdict
76
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
76
Positive Reviews (80-100)
61%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
39%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Praised for its Tim Burton-esque whimsy, stellar storytelling, and inventive gameplay, Lost in Random captivates with unique art and atmospheric depth, but repetitive mechanics, clunky combat, and pacing issues undermine its 15-hour runtime, leaving a mixed yet ultimately worthwhile experience.
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MONSTER
Reviews
104 reviews found86
Impulsegamer
Oct 12, 2021
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Lost in Random is a refined and lovingly crafted adventure that will appeal to even those who are generally turned off by 'card battle' games. Recommended.
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85
Areajugones
Sep 21, 2021
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Lost in Random is praised as a successful indie game from EA Originals, with an interesting story, innovative gameplay, and overall being highly enjoyable and worth considering.
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85
LevelUp
Sep 10, 2021
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Lost in Random is a must-play for fans of fantasy, featuring a captivating story, unique gameplay, and impressive art direction. It offers great value for its price.
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85
WellPlayed
Sep 10, 2021
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Lost in Random is worth playing, with its weird and grim world, stellar writing, and addictive combat hook. It may not be the studio's strongest effort in every area, but it's their biggest and most ambitious title yet.
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85
SomosXbox
Sep 28, 2021
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Fun experience with humor, solid visuals, and sound design, worth considering for players interested in unique features.
85
Noisy Pixel
Sep 20, 2021
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The game is praised as a great experience with engaging gameplay and a well-crafted story, despite some technical issues that may be fixed over time.
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85
Everyeye.it
Sep 10, 2021
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Lost in Random is a captivating dark fairy tale that successfully combines engaging gameplay, stunning visuals, and a rich narrative, making it a recommended title for fans of the genre.
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85
PlayStation Universe
Sep 15, 2021
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Lost in Random is praised for its uniqueness, engaging gameplay mechanics, beautiful art style, and thematic elements. Despite minor rough edges, the game's world and combat system elevate it to an enjoyable experience that is worth taking a chance on.
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83
Game Informer
Sep 10, 2021
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Lost in Random offers a unique and engaging experience with its well-crafted story, evocative art style, and clever combat system. It is highly recommended, especially for the Halloween season.
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80
Push Square
Sep 10, 2021
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Lost in Random is a delight to play from beginning to end, with a masterfully crafted world and a unique battle system.
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