Reviewing (v2021.07.07), a 2D survival-action platformer by Altari Games. This version represents the game in its early post-launch state, where its unique blend of "anime-style" aesthetics and brutal survival mechanics is most prominent. The Gameplay: Survival Over Speed
The game features high-quality pixel art with impressive lighting effects that reflect off surfaces and illuminate dark halls.
Despite looking like a standard Metroidvania, is more of a survival horror game in 2D clothing.
The game heavily features over-sexualized anime characters, including bosses with "jiggle physics," which some reviewers find distracting or off-putting. Technical Pros & Cons Lost Ruins Review - Xbox Tavern
You must use the world to your advantage—for instance, casting electricity while standing in water can be fatal to both you and your enemies.
Attacks and dodge rolls are slow and weighty, requiring precise timing rather than button mashing.


Reviewing (v2021.07.07), a 2D survival-action platformer by Altari Games. This version represents the game in its early post-launch state, where its unique blend of "anime-style" aesthetics and brutal survival mechanics is most prominent. The Gameplay: Survival Over Speed
The game features high-quality pixel art with impressive lighting effects that reflect off surfaces and illuminate dark halls.
Despite looking like a standard Metroidvania, is more of a survival horror game in 2D clothing.
The game heavily features over-sexualized anime characters, including bosses with "jiggle physics," which some reviewers find distracting or off-putting. Technical Pros & Cons Lost Ruins Review - Xbox Tavern
You must use the world to your advantage—for instance, casting electricity while standing in water can be fatal to both you and your enemies.
Attacks and dodge rolls are slow and weighty, requiring precise timing rather than button mashing.