Tawa : Lost in Time

Tawa : Lost in Time

DrexTheDrake · July 28, 2025 · Action, Adventure, Simulation, Action-Adventure, Action Roguelike

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About Tawa : Lost in Time

About the Game – Tawa: Lost in Time


You are small. The world is ancient. And dinosaurs are not legends — they are the law.
In Tawa: Lost in Time, you play as Tawa, a tiny mouse torn away from her family by a violent cataclysm. You wake up in a prehistoric wilderness where every sound can betray you and every shadow can be a hunter. Dinosaurs roam their territories, patrol routes, and react to movement, noise, and proximity — turning the entire world into a living threat.
Travel across distinct biomes: bright coastal shores, dense forests with towering roots, misty swamps where visibility collapses, ruins reclaimed by nature, and unstable volcanic lands where the ground itself feels unsafe. Each zone has its own atmosphere, its own rhythm, and its own predators. Learning these rhythms is how you survive.
A discreet HUD tracks health, stamina, and fatigue. Sprinting might save your life, but exhaustion can be just as deadly. You’ll need to rest, eat, and choose the right moments to move. Survival is a flow: observe, breathe, wait, then act.
You are not alone. Phiso, a watchful crow, occasionally guides you from above, hinting at safer routes or points of interest. And Luma, a fragile dragonfly, reacts instinctively to nearby danger — warning you through movement and light when predators are close.
There are no weapons to “win” against dinosaurs. Your tools are stealth, timing, and knowledge. Hide in tall grass, slip under roots, freeze when heavy footsteps pass, and learn how predators behave. The more you understand, the farther you go.

What You’ll Do

  • Survive among dinosaurs – Listen for roars, watch patrols, and use cover to stay unseen.
  • Manage your condition – Health, stamina, fatigue, and recovery shape every decision.
  • Explore at animal scale – A puddle becomes a lake, grass becomes a wall, and distance feels immense.
  • Follow subtle guidance – Phiso hints the direction; Luma warns of danger without breaking immersion.
Tawa: Lost in Time is built to make you feel the scale of a prehistoric world — not as a conqueror, but as something fragile trying to make it home.

A Living Ecosystem of Dinosaurs


Dinosaurs are not set dressing. They inhabit spaces, keep routes, and respond to disturbances. A sudden burst of speed can echo through open ground, while a careful pause can prevent a predator from investigating. You learn to read the land: what hides you, what exposes you, and what carries sound.
Some threats intimidate by scale, others by speed. The safest path is rarely the shortest. Progress comes from attention: spotting movement at the edge of vision, recognizing patterns, and choosing the right moment to cross.

Guidance Without Hand-Holding


Phiso and Luma support your instincts rather than replacing them. Their presence helps you interpret danger and direction, but survival still depends on your choices: when to rest, when to move, and when to disappear.

Tawa : Lost in Time — game info

Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux / SteamOS
Player modes
Single-player
PC Game Pass
Not included
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What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Jul 28, 2026
It's always exciting to see games that let you experience the world from such a unique perspective. One of my favorite details was the living ecosystem. I loved seeing the predator and prey behaviors in the surrounding wildlife. That said, the base gameplay could still use some improvements. I occasionally ran into textures becoming transparent, and I often wasn't sure where I was supposed to go next. However, the good things far outweigh the bad. The game has a fantastic concept, a lot of attention to detail, and plenty of potential. I'm genuinely excited to see how it grows and improves over time. Definitely recommend it!
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Recommended Oct 18, 2026
Tawa: Lost in Time is a charming and imaginative indie action-adventure that explores the fascinating contrast between vulnerability and courage in a prehistoric world dominated by dinosaurs. Developed and published by DrexTheDrake, this free-to-play Early Access experience combines exploration, platforming, stealth, and light combat with an unusual dual-character concept. Rather than relying entirely on traditional action mechanics, the game emphasizes survival, environmental awareness, and the different ways creatures experience danger depending on their physical size. Its colorful presentation and ambitious setting establish an intriguing foundation, although the relatively limited content currently available makes it more appealing as an experimental adventure than a fully developed experience. The story follows Naya, an adventurous anthropomorphic fox seeking independence, and Tawa, a tiny mouse separated from her family following a mysterious catastrophe. Their unexpected encounter begins a journey across an archipelago where fractured time has brought prehistoric creatures and forgotten environments together. The narrative revolves around survival, companionship, and uncove…
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Recommended Aug 7, 2026
This game is a fun little action-adventure that already has a lot of charm, especially considering it's free. I liked exploring the different areas, completing quests, and the world has a nice relaxed vibe. The extra mode with just Tawa was surprisingly enjoyable and a nice change of pace from the main story. The game still has a few rough edges, mostly some bugs and combat that could use a bit more polish, but nothing that can't be improved over time. Overall, if you're looking for a free indie adventure with exploration, quests, and a developer that's actively working on the game, it's definitely worth checking out!
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Recommended Sep 8, 2026
Tawa: Lost in Time is a surprisingly ambitious adventure, and I liked how it combines exploration, platforming and survival ideas around two very different characters. I play mainly as Naya, a young fox travelling through dinosaur filled islands with Tawa, a tiny mouse who has her own unique abilities. I enjoyed how the relationship between the two characters is built directly into the gameplay. The strongest mechanic for me is switching to Tawa when Naya cannot continue. Because Tawa is much smaller, she can squeeze through narrow passages, enter caves and reach places that Naya cannot. I liked that this is not just a character swap for the sake of variety. Their physical differences actually change how I approach the environment, which gives exploration a nice puzzle element. The main journey mixes movement, exploration and encounters with dinosaurs. Naya can run around the islands, explore ruins and deal with certain creatures, while Tawa's sections are more focused on slipping through dangerous spaces and finding routes forward. I enjoyed the contrast because the two characters create different types of gameplay without making the adventure feel disconnected. The setting is …
Recommended Sep 4, 2026
this game , its a really enjoyable adventure. I loved how clear and easy to learn the gameplay is, while still offering a good mix of exploration, combat, and sneaking. The simple graphics fit the game’s style perfectly, making it a fun experience from start to finish. it's a highly recommended experience.
Recommended Aug 9, 2026
A different type of game finally. Yes it has some problems but it is genuinely a fun game to play. A vast world which made me just want to keep exploring rather than focusing on objectives. The objectives were easy enough to follow esp because of the really convenient compass and waypoint markers. I especially liked that it has a proper ecosystem wherein some creatures will just graze about peacefully, and then there's the predators that attack them and you. A little polish here and there and it could really turn out an amazing game. Highly recommend it and look forward to what its future brings us to.

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