The following gameplay footage of “Lesson Learned: Cult of Elizabeth” is a prologue to the game “Lesson Learned.”. Therefore, it is important to know that the footage you see may or may not be featured in the final version of the game and that there may be some noticeable bugs.
DeveloperMadGamesmith
PublisherGaming Factory
Release DateMay 6, 2024
GenreTower Defense
PriceFree to Play
PlatformsPC
Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
Where to Get ItSteam
Xbox Marketplace
Wishlist the Full GameLesson 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.

By Ready Sets Gaming

Ready Sets Gaming is a variety streamer on Twitch with a love and passion for indie games. She has been gaming for 30+ years; and feels that a lot of indie games go back to the games that she grew up with and aren't afraid to think outside of the box to make a game. It is because of this thought process that she prefers to play a majority of indie titles, but still likes to play Triple-A titles and Retro games too. She enjoys searching through itch.io platform and looking for games that are stream friendly, and then playing them on stream to get them the exposure they may not be getting. Some of her favorite game genres include Platformers, Puzzlers, Role-Playing and she's recently developed a loved for Shmups.

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