Underplayed Gems

LakeSide (2024)

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Developer
Massive Galaxy Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Strategy
Rating
3.4 of 5, 198 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow-paced, calming city builder where you design a peaceful lakeside settlement with pixel-art charm and open-ended expansion.

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What players say

Players praise the beautiful pixel art and relaxing vibe, but many find the gameplay shallow and short, with runs lasting only a few hours. The randomized building unlocks can create softlocks, and the poor tutorial system frustrates newcomers. In total, players strongly disagree on value, with most saying it is not worth the full price.

Screenshots

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