Lost in Random: The Eternal Die Review (PS5)

It’s not every day that a video game franchise completely reinvents itself between installments. Most sequels are content to refine, expand, or simply continue the gameplay and narrative of their predecessors. But Lost in Random: The Eternal Die takes a strikingly different route, swapping genres, perspectives, and even protagonists. What could have been a risky gamble turns out to be a mostly rewarding reinvention — a vibrant and challenging roguelite action game that retains the spirit of the original, even while rolling the dice in a totally new direction. To understand this transformation, it helps to remember where the series began. The first Lost in Random was a quirky, dark fairytale of a game — a platforming action-adventure with a heavy emphasis on story, whimsical design, and a unique, card-based combat system. It was beloved not only for its imaginative world and storytelling but also for its blend of tactical combat and atmospheric exploration. Released...