I don’t usually play “adult” games, but I was curious about Lust From Beyond due to its Lovecraftian themes and the fact it wasn’t just about the sex. I mean, it had a lot of sexual content—including several graphic scenes that definitely tried to be shocking—but it also had a story to tell and actual gameplay. I liked the environments quite a lot, from a cult’s mansion to the realm of Lusst'ghaa that took inspiration from the works of H.R. Giger.

That said, both the combat and stealth were awkward and not entirely enjoyable due to hitboxes being off. And while I liked some of the puzzles, there were also those that bored me to tears. One segment in particular forced me to walk at a snail's pace with a wobbly camera; I outright hated it. The aesthetics may have been good, but I had to question some of the decisions made for the rest.

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2023


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