Always The Same Blue Sky...

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Always The Same Blue Sky... is a single player casual simulation game with romance and anime themes. It was developed by NeoNight and was released on May 21, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A gripping seaside adventure following the connection of two young souls, each unknowingly helping the other make sense of a world that seems senseless. Complemented by breathtaking artwork and an addictive soundtrack, this charming tale will definitely suck you in and leave a lasting impression!

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story40 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Beautiful and distinctive watercolor-like art with rich, vibrant backgrounds and well-designed character sprites that create a serene seaside atmosphere.
Relaxing and catchy soundtrack that complements the mood and setting, enhancing the immersive experience.
Short, sweet, and charming story with a romantic and philosophical vibe, offering easy achievements and replayability through two different endings.

Story feels rushed, disjointed, and underdeveloped with abrupt scene transitions, lacking sufficient character development and narrative cohesion.
The writing suffers from overly flowery, purple prose and occasional grammatical errors, which can be distracting and hard to read; text boxes and UI elements are sometimes poorly sized or colored.
Very short gameplay length with minimal impact from choices, only two main endings, and some plot twists feeling confusing or out of place, making the overall experience feel more like a brief vignette than a full visual novel.

story
167 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
74%
2%
The story in "Always the Same Blue Sky" is short, somewhat charming, and visually supported by beautiful artwork and music, but it suffers from rushed pacing, uneven transitions, and underdeveloped characters. While it offers multiple endings and intriguing plot elements, many find it disjointed and lacking cohesion, leaving key themes and revelations feeling abrupt or unexplained. Overall, it’s best approached as a brief, reflective vignette rather than a fully fleshed-out narrative.
- “Deep and gripping story that is well worth reading/playing several times to unravel some of the hidden intricacies in the game - it is a lot more complex than it appears at first glance, and a lot of work and love has clearly gone into it.”
- “Always the same blue sky is a short game, but this is not a mark against it; it tells its story in a succinct and satisfying way that certainly doesn't drag on.”
- “The story was interesting enough I wanted to know all the endings, and the length wasn't too daunting to make replaying a chore.”
- “The story doesn't feel whole because the script jumps ahead too far.”
- “The story was a mess and there is no other attractive aspect of it.”
- “Huge chunks of plot are missing.”
music
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
41%
4%
The game's music is widely praised for its relaxing, chill, and tropical island vibe that complements the visual novel's atmosphere and artwork exceptionally well. The soundtrack is considered charming, soothing, and memorable with around 15 tracks, enhancing the overall experience despite the short game length. While some find the music average or forgettable, most reviewers highlight it as a strong, enjoyable element that adds significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The music definitely helps with the atmosphere, giving it a much needed tropical island feel, far from home.”
- “Plus, here we have outstanding graphics in my view, and an awesome soundtrack which can be bought as a 1€/$ DLC. Even if the game is short (two to three hours if you want to read through it all), you'll hear almost 15 different songs and the DLC also contains unpublished tracks and mixes.”
- “The soundtrack is amazing plus the art is lovely!”
- “The music in the game is average; there is nothing too fancy going on, it's just average at best.”
- “The art is excellent for the asking price with a plethora of backgrounds and CGs, and the game does a few neat things with Ren'Py you don't see often (blinking characters, walking animations, etc.), but the music was forgettable, though not particularly bothersome.”
- “Selling the soundtrack without including it in the game seems like a rip-off since you can extract data from games based on Ren'Py.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
31%
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The graphics are consistently praised for their rich, vibrant, and charming art style, often described as beautiful, pastel-like, and reminiscent of classic anime with a watercolor aesthetic. The visuals feature detailed character designs and stunning environments that greatly enhance the immersive and soothing atmosphere of the game. Overall, the artwork is considered a major highlight, even if the story pacing is sometimes criticized.
- “Artworks and CGs are plain marvelous, with a rich, vibrant color palette, displaying both beautiful character design and breathtaking environment art.”
- “I'm amazed by how all the art styles work together so well.”
- “Although the story itself is rather short (less than an hour for both endings), and the fact that it is essentially a dating sim, the gorgeous pastel-like artwork really is something to behold.”
- “- Art style of the character designs vary from scene to scene in quality”
- “Always the same blue sky, too, features a really well-made personal user interface, for what concerns dialogues and choices, but also the text position in the bottom part of the screen - it's clear from the first sight that much work has been put into this novel (which had been approved firstly on Steam before being published) and you can see this from the menus, the graphics and every small aspect that many other visual novels use to standardize (like the auto, skip, pause etc. buttons that look all the same in dozens of games).”
- “Don't get me wrong, the story is okay (although honestly I was more interested by the "hidden" side-story) and the artwork and soundtrack are also okay, but that's it.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game delivers a brief but emotionally impactful experience, often moving players to tears despite its short length and limited character development. While it may not offer a deep or unique story compared to other visual novels, its touching moments and atmosphere make it a worthwhile short, emotional journey for those seeking a concise heartfelt narrative.
- “Even the 'good' ending made me cry.”
- “This is a short story illustrating a small portion of the main characters' emotional journey together.”
- “You don't really get to know Kira (the only character besides you) very much during the short 30-45 minute story, and the ending, while it seemed rather rushed, was quite emotional for me.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally seen as brief and not particularly innovative, offering around 10 to 15 minutes of playtime depending on the chosen ending. While it may not justify a full-price purchase, it provides a decent experience, especially as a visual novel with accessible achievements. The game's art and story are considered the main highlights that enhance the overall appeal.
- “Loved this visual novel, gave me a good hour or so of gameplay, and easy achievements.”
- “Probably worth picking up if it was on sale, but not worth $3 for half an hour to an hour of gameplay.”
- “Even though the gameplay isn't anything new, the art and story is what saves the game.”
- “About 10 minutes of gameplay, 15 if you want to get both endings.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is generally viewed as weak and underdeveloped, with some criticism highlighting it as a short visual novel lacking depth. However, character designs and artwork receive praise for their vibrant colors and beautiful, varied presentation.
- “Artworks and CGs are plain marvelous, with a rich, vibrant color palette, displaying both beautiful character design and breathtaking environment art.”
- “The character art style varies in quality from scene to scene, which disrupts the overall consistency.”
- “Character development is very weak, making the story feel like a short visual novel with repetitive settings.”
- “Character design lacks depth and does not contribute meaningfully to the story.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game offers moderate replayability with multiple endings, providing some incentive for replay despite its short playtime and limited number of conclusions. Overall, it delivers a decent experience for players seeking to explore different outcomes.
- “There are lots of visual novels, like this one, with few endings (yes, just two!) and with a short playtime, but with a nice replayability value and many positive aspects - outstanding, too!”
- “Several different endings, has replayability.”
- “Replay value is just average, rated 6 out of 10.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is richly crafted with vibrant, breathtaking art that evokes a serene coastal setting, complemented by music that enhances the tropical, island vibe.
- “The breathtaking art is rich, vibrant, and marvelous, creating a serene coastal atmosphere that is easy to admire.”
- “The music definitely helps with the atmosphere, giving it a much-needed tropical, island feel, far from home.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor is light and situational, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere through everyday, relatable moments.

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Always The Same Blue Sky... is a casual simulation game with romance and anime themes.

Always The Same Blue Sky... is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Always The Same Blue Sky... was released on May 21, 2015.

Always The Same Blue Sky... was developed by NeoNight.

Always The Same Blue Sky... has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Always The Same Blue Sky... is a single player game.

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