Planet of Lana
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| Developer(s) | Wishfully Studios |
| Publisher(s) | Thunderful Publishing |
| Engine | Unity  |
| Platform(s) | Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X/S Nintendo Switch PlayStation 4 PlayStation 5 |
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| Genre(s) | Puzzle-platformer |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Planet of Lana is a puzzle video game. It was published by Thunderful Publishing and was developed by Wishfully Studios.[1]
It was released on May 23, 2023 for Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and on April 16, 2024 for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.[2][3]
In the game, the player controls a young girl named Lana along with her partner, a cat named Mui. The player has to try and make it through an alien machine infested planet and save Lana's kidnapped sister.[4]
The developers said that they took inspiration for the art style from Studio Ghibli movies.[5]
Reception[change | change source]
The game recieved good reviews by game critics. Critics said that they liked the story, puzzle variety, presentation, and art style. However, some critics said that the middle half of the story was a bit boring, the puzzle challenges were not creative enough and it was short.[6][7]
Planet of Lana would be nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition at the D.I.C.E. Awards but lost to Marvel's Spider-Man 2.[8]
References[change | change source]
- ↑ "Planet of Lana". IGN. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Planet of Lana Gets a Release Date and Beautiful New Trailer". IGN. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ↑ "PlayStation and Switch owners: Prepare for a stunning cinematic puzzle adventure when Planet of Lana arrives in April". VG247. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Planet Of Lana review: a gorgeous sci-fi tale that shoots for the stars". Rock Paper Shotgun. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away has been a "guiding star" for gorgeous platformer Planet Of Lana". Rock Paper Shotgun. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Planet of Lana review: "A beautiful adventure full of mystery, suspense, and charm"". GamesRadar+. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Planet of Lana Review - Chasing Potential". Game Informer. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
- ↑ "DICE Awards 2024 Winners: The Full List". IGN. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
