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Lost Planet: Extreme Condition vs Lost Planet 3

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Lost Planet: Extreme Condition
Lost Planet: Extreme ConditionBattle giant alien Akrid and rogue NEVEC forces in a brutal ice age.
Lost Planet 3
Lost Planet 3Uncover the dark colonial history of E.D.N. III in this harsh sci-fi shooter.
Overview
Description

Lost Planet: Extreme Condition is a thrilling third-person shooter set on the hostile, ice-covered planet E.D.N. III. Players follow Wayne Holden, an amnesiac soldier fighting for human survival against the territorial insectoid Akrid and the corrupt megacorporation NEVEC using powerful mechanized Vital Suits and thermal energy management. Featuring an intense 11-level campaign with epic boss battles, players must constantly collect thermal energy from defeated enemies and data posts to combat the planet's freezing temperatures and power heavy weaponry. The game blends fast-paced action, grappling hook traversal, and vehicular combat across single-player and multiplayer modes.

Lost Planet 3 returns to the extreme and unpredictable conditions of the series, revealing new truths about the foreboding planet E.D.N. III. Players step into the boots of Jim Peyton, a rig pilot who leaves Earth for a hazardous contract with Neo-Venus Construction (NEVEC) to survey the terrain and secure vital Thermal Energy reserves. Blending intense third-person shooter combat with first-person rig piloting gameplay, the title delivers a compelling single-player campaign alongside diverse multiplayer modes. Brave treacherous environments, battle indigenous Akrid, and survive the ever-changing climate while fighting for an early ticket home to family.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Third-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Sci-fi action gamers and mech enthusiasts
Sci-fi shooter fans and single-player gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$39.99โˆ’33%
release date
2006-12-21
2013-08-26
Specifications
developer
K2 LLC, Capcom
Spark Unlimited
publisher
Capcom
Capcom
age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB T
PEGI 16, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
74/100+28%
58/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Thrilling mech combat and customization
  • Engaging sci-fi story with memorable boss fights
  • Unique thermal energy survival mechanic
  • Action-packed multiplayer modes
  • Compelling narrative exploring the planet's colonial past
  • Immersive first-person rig piloting mechanics
  • Atmospheric and dynamic frozen environment
  • Diverse selection of multiplayer modes
Cons
  • Constant thermal drain can create pressure
  • Dated graphics by modern standards
  • Difficulty spikes on later bosses
  • Linear level design limits exploration
  • Pacing can feel slow during narrative transitions
  • Technical performance struggles at launch
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Lost Planet: Extreme Condition offers higher critical acclaim, more boss variety, and richer mech combat at a higher price, while Lost Planet 3 provides a deeper narrative and modern rigโ€‘piloting mechanics at a lower cost but with weaker reviews.

Key differences

  • โ€ขCritical reception: 74/100 (B) vs 58/100 (A).
  • โ€ขPrice: $59.99 (B) vs $39.99 (A).
  • โ€ขRelease era: 2006 (B) older graphics vs 2013 (A) newer engine.
  • โ€ขGameplay focus: B emphasizes mech combat and boss fights; A adds utilityโ€‘rig exploration and firstโ€‘person rig operations.
  • โ€ขMultiplayer scope: A lists a "variety of online multiplayer modes" while B mentions "actionโ€‘packed multiplayer modes" without detail.
DimensionWinner

Gameplay & fun factor

B delivers diverse mech combat, 11 levels, and memorable boss fights; Aโ€™s linear design limits exploration.

Lost Planet: Extreme Condition

Platform availability

Both are listed as paid, singleโ€‘purchase titles with no platform differences specified.

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Price & value

$39.99 for A vs $59.99 for B; A is cheaper despite lower critic score.

Lost Planet 3

Multiplayer / coโ€‘op

A mentions a "variety of online multiplayer modes" expanding beyond the campaign; B only notes "actionโ€‘packed multiplayer modes".

Lost Planet 3

Content & replayability

B offers 11 distinct levels with boss battles; Aโ€™s linear levels and slower pacing reduce replay hooks.

Lost Planet: Extreme Condition

Difficulty & accessibility

Aโ€™s slower pacing may be easier for newcomers; B has noted difficulty spikes on later bosses.

Lost Planet 3

Graphics & performance

A is newer (2013) but had launch performance issues; Bโ€™s graphics are dated but no performance issues noted.

Lost Planet 3

Choose Lost Planet: Extreme Condition ifโ€ฆ

Buyers who prioritize mech combat, boss battles, and higher critical scores.

Choose Lost Planet 3 ifโ€ฆ

Buyers who want a cheaper game with a stronger story and more multiplayer variety.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Lost Planet 3 costs $39.99; Lost Planet: Extreme Condition costs $59.99.

Which title received better reviews?

Lost Planet: Extreme Condition has a critic score of 74/100, compared to Lost Planet 3's 58/100.

Do both games support multiplayer?

Yes, both list singleโ€‘player and multiplayer modes, though Lost Planet 3 emphasizes a wider variety of online modes.