Lost in Random™ (2021)

Developer: Zoink, Thunderful
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 5,235 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 14 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A darkly whimsical action-adventure where dice-roll combat and light strategic deckbuilding meet a storybook gothic world with a quirky tone.

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What players say

Players praise the Tim Burton-inspired art style and the unique combat that blends dice rolling with deck-building. Many note the game is very linear with no jumping, and some say gameplay feels stiff or unfinished. The story about a girl rescuing her sister from a queen is straightforward, and players are split on whether combat is fun or disappointing.

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