
With near-perfect execution, Lost in Play is a must-play for any adventure fan.
95
Verdict
98%
Steam
90
IGDB
Verdict score based on confidence-adjusted Steam reviews?
Overwhelmingly Positive on Steam (98% positive from 8K reviews)
Critically acclaimed (90/100 critic average)
Compelling narrative and story
Standout indie gem
No significant drawbacks reported
Lost in Play is a 2022 point-and-click adventure game developed by Happy Juice Games and published by Joystick Ventures. The game, which conveys its story through cartoon-style visuals and gameplay rather than comprehensible dialogue or narration, follows two children, Gal and Toto, as they engage in a session of imaginative make-believe around their house and a fantastical representation of their neighborhood. The player moves the siblings through a series of loosely connected scenes, solving puzzles and minigames using clues and collected items.

Runs well on modern hardware.
Last updated 18d ago
Great game, love the gameplay, the music and the design BUT the fact that some puzzles do not have a skip or some kind of help is a big no no. I am near the end and I stuck at cards game. I don't know how to play poker.
At first, I thought this game was made mainly for kids because of its colorful art style and charming characters. However, once I started playing, I quickly realized there was much more depth and challenge than I expected. The game offers a great balance between fun and difficulty, requiring strategic thinking, problem-solving, and skill to progress through certain sections. One of the things I enjoyed most was the level design. Each stage felt unique and kept introducing new mechanics that prevented the gameplay from becoming repetitive. The soundtrack and sound effects also added a lot to the overall atmosphere, making the experience even more immersive. What truly surprised me, though, was the visual quality. The graphics, lighting, and attention to detail were absolutely stunning. There were moments when I genuinely forgot I was playing a game because everything looked so cinematic. Some scenes felt like they were taken straight out of a animated movie rather than a video game. The game completely changed my first impression. I expected a simple children's game, but instead I found an engaging adventure filled with challenge, creativity, and breathtaking visuals. It's a game that can be enjoyed by players of all ages, and it's definitely one that exceeded my expectations. A game that enriches a child’s imagination and opens up wide horizons for creativity, learning, and exploration. The game offers a truly unique experience, as the characters rely on an unintelligible language or symbolic sounds instead of clear dialogue. At first, the player may feel confused, but over time this approach becomes part of the game’s charm, as it forces you to understand the story through actions and visual cues rather than words. This style gives the game an artistic and mysterious tone, making the experience deeper and more interactive.
As a parent, I picked this up hoping to eventually play it with my kids. They're still a bit too young for it, but I ended up having a great time myself. Lost in Play is bursting with charm, creativity, and genuinely funny moments. It feels like stepping into a child's imagination, where every new area introduces something unexpected. The art style is wonderful, and the whole adventure has a warm, playful energy. Some of the puzzles might be a bit challenging for younger children, but that's where parents can jump in and help. Honestly, that makes it a great game to experience together. A wholesome, creative adventure that proves games don't need combat, loot, or battle passes to be memorable.
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