Developer | MadGamesmith |
Publisher | Gaming Factory |
Release Date | May 6, 2024 |
Genre | Tower Defense |
Price | Free to Play |
Platforms | PC Xbox One Xbox Series X|S |
Where to Get It | Steam Xbox Marketplace |
Wishlist the Full Game | Lesson Learned – PC Lesson Learned – Xbox One/ Xbox Series X|S |
Although Lesson Learned: Cult of the Elizabeth is a Free to Play game, I must mention that it was provided to me by the thedailygamepad.net and was given to thedailygamepad.net for free by the developers/publishers of the game. I want to thank the developers/publishers on behalf of thedailygamepad.net for providing a free copy of the game to play for this video and review.
Lesson Learned: Cult of the Elizabeth is the prequel to the upcoming game Lesson Learned, which will be released this month. In Lesson Learned: Cult of Elizabeth, the player must assist Amelia in defeating Elizabeth Bathory’s henchmen in this exciting Tower Defense game. The player enters a weird dream realm that can be played in co-op or solo. The player will have to collect resources, construct defense structures, lead their peers to rise to the challenge, and defeat the approaching foes!
As someone who enjoys tower defense. I liked the idea of collecting resources in order to build towers to defend your base. I also found it interesting that the base was not stationary and moved over time. The game does a good job of transporting you on a fantasy journey through dreams, combining historical people such as Elizabeth Bathory with a unique tower defense gameplay. It’s a welcome break from the traditional medieval or sci-fi settings.
The game does include a co-op mode where you can play in split-screen mode, which adds an extra layer of enjoyment. Working with a friend to plan tower placement and resource management makes the waves of foes much more exciting. I liked the visual style, which is lively and colorful and contrasts well with the story’s slightly gloomy undercurrent. When I initially saw the game, it reminded me of Don’t Starve Together, but after playing it, I realized it could stand on its own. This free prologue allows you to test the game before committing to the full game of Lesson Learned, giving you a flavor of the gameplay and story.
While the main gameplay loop is enjoyable, experienced tower defense players may find the strategic options for towers and abilities to be limited. I understand that this is only a prologue to the game Lesson Learned; however, the enemy’s diversity may be expanded. Facing the same types of foes on several levels might become boring in the later stages. Also, bear in mind that Lesson Learned: Cult of the Elizabeth is a prologue, thus the campaign is only a few levels long, which is ideal for getting a feel for the game to come.
Overall, Lesson Learned: Cult of the Elizabeth is a cute and distinct tower defense game that emphasizes co-op gameplay. The free prologue is an excellent method to determine whether the unique dream world and historical mashup appeal to you. However, if you’re a die-hard tower defense fan looking for a rich strategic experience, it might feel a little light.