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In "Aery - A Journey Beyond Time," become a flying, god-like creature observing the evolution of human life and various stages of earth's development. This story-driven game offers fluid flight controls, an interesting narrative, and 12 diverse landscapes to explore at your own pace, free from violence or threats. Collect crystals to unlock new areas as you journey through history.

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Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

graphics14 positive mentions

The game features cute graphics and a relaxing atmosphere, making it enjoyable for casual play.
The music is pleasant and complements the overall experience, enhancing the game's calming effect.
The game offers a unique concept of exploring history as a bird, providing a sense of freedom and beautiful scenery.

The controls are limited and frustrating, with no mouse support and an unforgiving hitbox that can lead to frequent restarts.
Achievements are broken and do not work, which is disappointing for players looking for completion.
The gameplay feels shallow and repetitive, primarily revolving around collecting feathers without much challenge or depth.

graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally described as pleasant and cute, with bright colors and smooth visuals that improve as players progress. While not groundbreaking, the visuals are appreciated for their effort and detail, particularly in the scenery, making for an enjoyable experience overall. Many players find the graphics to be a relaxing aspect of the game, complementing its gameplay.
- “The graphics are cute, and it looks like some effort was put into the scenery.”
- “Well, what can I say, I liked this game because here you can watch everything that happens in the world in flight; besides, the graphics are smooth, which I am very happy about.”
- “It has everything to relax and enjoy the passage, namely: diverse different levels, excellent convenient controls, and of course smooth and very pleasant graphics, which is what you need after a hard day.”
- “The graphics aren't mind-blowing in any way; they get better towards the end.”
- “In the beginning, the game graphics aren't very complex, but they evolve over time as you progress in the game.”
- “The graphics are cute, and it looks like some effort was put into the scenery (given that the scenery is all you seem to be able to admire, anyways).”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story, while interesting and centered on humanity's journey, is criticized for being basic and lacking depth, primarily conveyed through a mediocre narration. Players find the environmental storytelling more compelling, but the gameplay mechanics hinder the ability to fully appreciate these nuances. Overall, the short experience leaves some feeling that the narrative does not justify the game's shortcomings.
- “Interesting story about humanity, where we started, where we are, and where we're headed.”
- “I generally have a huge soft spot for these kinds of indie storytelling experiences, so all of that would have been forgivable... except for one critical flaw.”
- “The story is there... but it's pretty basic, in my opinion.”
- “But it's essentially just a couple of hours worth of frantically flapping around looking for glowy chunks to fly into, to have a narrator with an okay voice tell a lackluster story.”
- “You can't actually stop and appreciate the scenery, the nuances, the story being told by the environments themselves (which is where the bulk of the story actually is, since the narrated part is just meh).”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a calm exploration of the map, where players collect shiny orbs while listening to a narrator discuss the history of life on Earth, which some find shallow and unengaging. However, others appreciate the relaxing pace and find the experience visually appealing, suggesting it can evoke emotions for those seeking a more immersive experience. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising the graphics and gameplay while others criticize its depth and engagement.
- “Played this game for several hours, and to be honest, I was surprised by the graphics and gameplay.”
- “Fantastic gameplay will not let you get bored.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay feels shallow and boring to me.”
- “The gameplay is literally flying around the map and finding all the shiny orbs while a narrator naively talks about four billion years of life on Earth in half a paragraph, then spends the rest of the game focused on the evils of humans—seemingly specifically the modern Western variety of humans, and with no regard for actual history.”
- “In general, if you want a calm and unhurried gameplay, then this game is for you.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as beautiful and relaxing, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users noted issues with the volume balance, particularly in relation to the narrator, and criticized the repetitiveness of the soundtrack across the static levels. Despite these drawbacks, the music is appreciated for its quality and complements the game's vibrant graphics.
- “It's gorgeous, it has great music.”
- “Cute game, decent soundtrack.”
- “Relaxing music.”
- “The twelve levels are static, there's no movement, the music is repetitive, there's no challenge.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as relaxing and immersive, allowing players to enjoy their time without feeling rushed. Many reviewers appreciate the continuity of this calming ambiance from previous installments, drawing comparisons to the legendary "Journey" game. Overall, it creates a unique and engaging experience that encourages players to lose themselves in the game for extended periods.
- “An excellent game, the atmosphere reminded me of the already legendary Journey game.”
- “A very good and unique part of the Aery series, here you can while away a couple of days or even more without noticing it at all; I plunged into the atmosphere of this game very much!”
- “The author managed to keep the relaxing atmosphere from the previous parts.”
- “A very good and unique part of the series of these games, Aery. Here you can while away a couple of days or even more without noticing it at all; I plunged into the atmosphere of this game very much!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is considered relatively stable, with users reporting a few boundary-related bugs that do not significantly impact gameplay.
- “The game is relatively bug-free; there are some boundary bugs, but nothing game-breaking.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is reported to be perfectly optimized, with users experiencing no issues during gameplay.
- “The game is perfectly optimized, and I had no problems with it.”

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