There's a lot to like here, and there's a lot to dislike. The problem with Lake is not in it's set-up. It's a cozy game, so if the thought of driving around in a van, getting out and delivering packages is not for you then you'll be sorely disappointed. That's what it says on the tin - and that's what it is.

However, Lake incites you with characters that seem to have charming designs and personalities, but takes no time or has no time to go in depth with these. Frequently when I thought Meredith would experience a problem with a character or a struggle, she didn't. Her boss Steve, who bothers her multiple times while she's on holiday is seen in a sympathetic light. Most of the other characters like Lori or Angie have minor stories that show no real struggle or development besides Angie being your 'moving away' ending and Lori having a single scene where you form a relationship with her.

Aesthetically and on paper I think lake has a lot of things going for it. But in practice it's just not polished enough. There's nothing here to entice me and I was glad when the credits rolled for the third time after I obtained my platinum trophy.

Don't waste your time.