Lost in Random (NSP, XCI) ROM + v1.0.1 Update

Step into a gothic realm where your destiny hangs on the roll of a dice. Explore the world of Lost in Random, an action-adventure steeped in gothic fairytales, where the fate of every citizen is determined by the capricious roll of the dice. Controlled by a malevolent Queen, the kingdom of Random is divided into six enigmatic domains where existence is governed by a cursed black die.

In this narrative crafted by the acclaimed Swedish game studio Zoink and written by Eisner Award-winning author Ryan North, known for Adventure Time and Marvel Comics’ The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, you’ll accompany Even, an impoverished girl facing adversity, on a dark odyssey to rescue her cherished sister. Alongside her peculiar companion Dicey, a small living dead Even must learn to embrace Random’s chaos, unraveling an ancient story with a contemporary message.

Wander the enigmatic streets of Random, encounter its unpredictable inhabitants, and undertake valiant quests. Engage in intense battles, combining tactical combat, card collection, and dynamic dice-driven gameplay. It’s a test of adaptability, as you clash within colossal board game arenas that transform with each dice roll. Discover the art of tilting the odds in your favor and immerse yourself in a shadowy wonderland where only the courageous emerge victorious. Play the odds. Triumph in the game.

GAMEPLAY

Lost in Random is an action-adventure game played from a third-person perspective. Combat happens in arenas that look like a game board. Players must roll Dicey to progress and Even will only be safe when she reaches the final piece on the board. In combat, the player can use Even’s slingshot. While it does not damage enemies, opponents hit by her slingshot drop energy cubes which fuel Dicey.

Once Dicey is fully fueled, players can roll it and time will be temporarily stopped. During this period, players can select the card they want to use, which is the only way to deal damage to enemies. There are five different types of cards (Weapon, Damage, Defense, Hazard, and Cheat), offering different gameplay advantages and combat abilities.

For instance, one of the cards turns Dicey into an explosive cube, while another allows players to place traps. Cards can be earned by collecting coins. As players progress, new cards will be earned and they will recover Dicey’s lost pips, which would enable Even to roll higher numbers during combat.

The game also features light role-playing game elements. When Dicey and Even are exploring the Kingdom of Random, they will meet various non-playable characters. The game features a dialogue wheel that allows players to select dialogue options while conversing with NPCs.