Lake Reviews

Lake is ranked in the 34th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Cubed3
Athanasios
Top Critic
5 / 10
Jun 5, 2022

An interesting idea marred by a subpar execution, [i]Lake[i] is more tedious than it is relaxing and immersive. The atmosphere is neat, and the whole process of taking it easy and just enjoying the simple act of delivering the mail is surprisingly cathartic, but it's not enough to keep you here for more than an hour. There is some talking to be done with a number of characters as well, but this is sadly the least exciting thing here. The townsfolk are so boring that driving the empty roads and simply delivering the mail is more preferable.

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50 / 100
May 6, 2022

Lake is exactly what it promises to be: A relaxing routine for you to step away from your fast life. Every single aspect of Lake is there to simplify the experience, to make it easier to get through. But it becomes boring so soon, and there is no replay value.

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6.5 / 10.0
Apr 19, 2022

Lake is not a bad videogame. On an artistic level it is a very enjoyable product and capable of moving you. However, the simplicity of its story and gameplay, as well as its message, should suit you.

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8 / 10.0
Apr 19, 2022

I loved my time in Lake and wished it lasted a bit longer. Though mail delivery doesn't sound so appealing, it was nice and relaxing to drive around a small town and take in the sights. Providence Oaks' town is full of people with big personalities that you can interact with however you want. It has some issues with pop-in issues and repetitive musical score, but it's easy to overlook these issues when the people of Providence Oaks are so delightful to talk to.

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6 / 10
Apr 14, 2022

Lake is the perfect pallet cleanser after a heavier title. It's refreshing to not have to worry about an end of the world prophecy, or an out of control god hell-bent on destruction. However, it's also that simplistic nature that holds it back from a first-class stamp.

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GameSpew
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Apr 11, 2022

Glitches aside, we enjoyed every moment of our time with Lake. This six-or-so hour adventure forces you to take things slowly; to stop and think. That’s something we all could do with more of in this hectic, stressful world. Meredith may be fictional, as may be the gorgeous Providence Oaks, but the life choices she ponders during the course of the game are something we can all relate to. If you’re anything like us, you’ll rue the credits finally rolling, wishing you could continue to deliver mail in that small, sleepy town forever.

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64 / 100
Jan 21, 2022

I decided to stay in Providence Oaks because it was a relaxing trip. Delivering the mail has been a nice job in this game. A lot of technical issues overshadow the potentially good experience, however. Lake could have needed a lot more time to be really good.

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7 / 10.0
Dec 26, 2021

Lake is a lovely, slow-paced indie game to play in your downtime. Rich in personality and character, well worth replaying.

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Generación Xbox
Alexis
Top Critic
6.8 / 10.0
Oct 27, 2021

‎Lake, despite its problems, is still a beautiful adventure which lends itself enough to disconnect for a long time, not only thanks to its beautiful views, but also to its beautiful soundtrack. So and everything I would recommend only to those who are lovers like me of the ‎‎walking ‎‎ ‎‎simulators ‎‎ ‎‎of more relaxing tone like ‎‎Abzu or Journey, since in my opinion at least, I feel that they are the only ones who will really know how to enjoy it.‎

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7 / 10.0
Oct 14, 2021

Lake allows us to spend a pleasant time driving along its quiet roads and meeting the neighbors of Providence Oaks. A story about the return to the past and the dichotomy between the quiet life of the countryside and the hustle and bustle of the big city. A return to the roots that, however, does not quite take off and is somewhat weak, along with a system of decisions whose endings are quite predictable. Lake enjoys a nice cartoon style that gives great beauty to its landscapes that, however, overshadowed by the poor technical workmanship.

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Oct 14, 2021

Delivering mail and driving around familiar streets helped set that relaxing tone. The unique interactions between Meredith and the other characters in Providence Oaks gave me the right motivation to play through and invest me in her tale. Lake isn't just a game about delivering mail; Lake is about reconnecting, and it was quite enjoyable to guide Meredith to a life she will enjoy.

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Oct 12, 2021

Moving into the country, away from the hustle and bustle of life in the big city, is a formula seen in many games. In the postal worker simulation game Lake, the small town of Providence Oaks needs a temporary postwoman and you’re just the right person for the job! Find out whether Providence Oaks is a dream destination or life in the slow lane in this Rapid Review.

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GameBlast
Camila Berka
8 / 10.0
Oct 10, 2021

Unconventional and even slower paced than most games we see out there, Lake is a great choice for those who feel anguished about the decisions they made for their own lives and who are looking for reflections that can somehow appease indecisions. It is also suitable for anyone who likes to enjoy a beautiful view along the road and casual conversations with different people.

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5.5 / 10.0
Oct 2, 2021

Lake sells itself well on its peaceful atmosphere, which makes it easy to pick up and play, although several design decisions prevent the game from shining.

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Unscored
Sep 27, 2021

Concept games like Lake are great for what they are and for how long they last you. You shouldn’t come to them expecting to be blown away, but for what they aim to present. Lake is especially good at delivering a satisfyingly light and encapsulated experience, but not much else.

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6 / 10.0
Sep 21, 2021

Lake offers a relaxing, slow-paced experience that is not for everybody, but if you need a break from all the fast-paced action packed routine of these days and not looking to spend more than 20 bucks, then Lake can be a good choice for you.

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Lee Mehr
Top Critic
5 / 10.0
Sep 17, 2021

Lake's placid design philosophy cuts both ways: no flaw too egregious and no positive too remarkable.

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6.5 / 10.0
Sep 16, 2021

While the concept of Lake is simple and sweet, the repetitive gameplay can take away from the story and its interesting characters, making the daily delivery tasks more of a chore than something more.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 16, 2021

Take a break and deliver mail in the beautiful town of Providence Oaks with Lake, an indie title from developer Gamious with a lot of cosy content—if you want there to be. Can Lake really satisfy that wholesome itch, or do technical flaws ruin the experience?

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7.5 / 10.0
Sep 15, 2021

A charming journey into the American countryside. It's not the most original gaming experience and there are a few bugs that still needs solving, but thanks to its rich atmosphere and interesting characters Lake still manages to provide half a dozen hours of good entertainment.

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