Planet of Lana Gameplay Review
3GB
1.6.1
Android 10+
Description
let’s talk about a game that truly feels like a piece of art rather than just another title on your phone.
This is a game I’ve personally played earlier on PC, and I still remember how strongly it stayed with me even after finishing it. Back then, it was also available on Xbox Game Pass, and I genuinely recommended it to everyone on my YouTube channel. Not because it was trendy—but because I knew it matched the kind of games my audience enjoys and the kind of games I enjoy playing myself. If you like story-driven, adventure-based puzzle games with emotional depth, there’s a very high chance you’ll fall in love with this one.
Now that the game has officially launched on mobile, it opens the door for a much wider audience. That said, let’s be honest—the price is ₹499, which does feel a bit high for a mobile title. I was personally expecting something closer to the ₹200 range. If you already have a PC, playing it there is still a great option. Otherwise, waiting for a sale or hoping it lands on Play Pass in the future might be a smart move.
But price aside, let’s dive into what actually makes this game special.
A Poetic Sci-Fi Journey
You play as Lana, a young girl accompanied by her loyal animal companion Mui, on a rescue mission across a breathtaking alien planet. From the very beginning, the game sets a calm, emotional tone. It doesn’t rush you, it doesn’t overload you with text—it simply lets the world speak for itself.
This planet was once a place of harmony between humans, nature, and animals. Over time, that balance has slowly broken, and now a strange, faceless army of machines has taken over parts of the world. What’s refreshing is that this is not a story about war or revenge. Instead, it’s about preservation, understanding, and restoring lost balance.
The art style deserves special mention. Everything looks hand-painted, almost like a moving illustration. Each environment feels meaningful, and the combination of visuals, sound design, and music creates a peaceful yet slightly haunting atmosphere.
Storytelling Without Words
One of the strongest aspects of this game is how it tells its story. There’s very little dialogue, but you never feel confused. The narrative unfolds through animations, environment design, and subtle moments between Lana and Mui. Their bond feels natural and emotional, not forced.
Mui isn’t just a side character—you genuinely start caring about this small companion. The game uses that emotional connection smartly, especially during tense or dangerous moments.
Gameplay: Smart, Calm, and Rewarding
The gameplay focuses on puzzle-solving, stealth, and exploration. Combat is not the goal here. You survive by thinking, observing enemy patterns, and using the environment to your advantage.
Puzzles are well-balanced—challenging enough to make you stop and think, but never unfair. Mui plays a key role in solving many of these puzzles, and the companion AI feels responsive and reliable.
Stealth sections add tension in a good way. Machines are intimidating, and survival depends more on timing and decision-making than fast reflexes.
Optimized for Mobile
The mobile version has been carefully redesigned:
- Exclusive mobile UI with full touch controls
- Smooth performance and intuitive controls
- Google Play Games achievements
- Cloud Save to share progress across devices
- MFi controller support for a console-like experience
It’s clear real effort went into making sure this didn’t feel like a lazy port.
Final Verdict
This is not a game for everyone—and that’s a good thing. It’s for players who appreciate atmosphere, storytelling, and thoughtful design over action and chaos. Yes, the price on mobile is a bit steep, but the quality fully matches it.
If you love adventure-based puzzle games with emotional storytelling and beautiful visuals, this is absolutely worth experiencing—now or later.
Rating: 8.5/10
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