Lost Planet 3
Aug 30, 2013 13 years ago
The extreme and unpredictable conditions that characterized the Lost Planet series return, harsher than ever before. Lost Planet 3 reveals new truths about the foreboding planet and the colonial history of E.D.N. III. Lost Planet 3 introduces Jim Peyton, a rig pilot who leaves Earth to take on a hazardous but lucrative contract on E.D.N. III. Working for Neo-Venus Construction (NEVEC) who are preparing the planet for colonization, Jim joins his fellow pioneers at the Coronis base and begins surveying the uncharted terrain and obtaining samples of the planet’s energy supply – Thermal Energy. With NEVEC’s existing Thermal Energy reserve running low the fate of the Coronis mission depends on the natural source of the energy supply being located. Realizing that this is a great opportunity for a huge pay-off and early ticket home to his family, Jim braves the risk of the treacherous environment and threat of the indigenous Akrid. Acting as a home away from home and boasting an array of tools that can assist Jim on the field, the utility rig provides Jim’s safety and is essential not only for his contract work but also his protection against the ever-changing climate. Lost Planet 3 will deliver a diverse range of gameplay including on-foot battles and intense first person action. With a number of multiplayer modes and a compelling single player experience, Lost Planet 3 will delve deeper into the Lost Planet universe, uncovering hidden truths within the unique and dynamic environment of E.D.N. III.
What it’s like
Lost Planet 3 is a third-person shooter prequel that shifts focus from the franchise's signature mech combat to on-foot survival and exploration. You play as Jim Peyton, a rig pilot navigating the harsh, alien landscape of E.D.N. III for a colonial corporation. The experience is defined by its atmospheric tension; the environment feels genuinely hostile and cold, with weather conditions that actively obstruct vision and impact gameplay. While the narrative attempts to ground the sci-fi setting in personal stakes, the writing often struggles to match the ambition of the world-building. Combat relies on cover-based shooting and melee interactions against insectoid aliens, but it frequently devolves into repetitive encounters. The multiplayer component offers standard team-based modes with persistent progression, though it lacks distinct identity. Visually, the game presents a polished, high-definition alien wilderness that serves as the true highlight of the experience.
Strong in Atmosphere / Mood
Keep in mind The campaign suffers from significant repetition in both mission structure and combat encounters, which can make the pacing feel sluggish despite its cinematic presentation. The multiplayer is generic and fails to leverage the unique setting, making it less compelling than the atmospheric single-player world.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 26, 201313 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 27, 201313 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 27, 201313 years ago |
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Aug 30, 201313 years ago |
