Deep Under the Sky

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Deep Under the Sky is a single player casual platformer game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Northway Games and was released on August 22, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A zen-paced arcade game dazzling with phosphorescent beauty, Deep Under the Sky lets you experience life as a strange jellyfish on a remarkable world. Learn to fly through the skies of the psychedelic dark side of Venus. Explore, uncover its secrets, and flourish.

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Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

The game features beautiful, psychedelic visuals that create a captivating atmosphere.
It's a fun and relaxing physics-based puzzle game that can be enjoyed in short bursts.
The simple one-button control scheme makes it accessible and easy to pick up for casual gameplay.

The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom over extended play sessions.
As a mobile port, the game feels limited on PC, with controls and mechanics that don't translate well to the platform.
The trial-and-error nature of the puzzles can be frustrating, as success often feels more like luck than skill.

gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and repetitiveness, drawing comparisons to titles like Angry Birds, but often failing to engage players for extended periods. While the visuals and music are praised, many reviewers find the mechanics limited and lacking depth, leading to a sense of monotony. Overall, the game may appeal to casual players looking for a brief distraction, but it struggles to maintain long-term interest due to its straightforward and trial-and-error nature.
- “The level design tends to be pretty good, the only really hard stuff to hit being the stars, but many of the targets involve an interesting use of the mechanics given.”
- “For gameplay: it's a solid physics-based game that shares most of its similarity with Angry Birds (except they're angry because someone filled their birdseed feeder with acid-soaked gummy bears). The challenge is present in the very first stage, once you get used to your new existence as a Metroid-esque jellyfish creature hellbent on loving them and then leaving them.”
- “Creative concept, beautiful layout, and unique gameplay.”
- “While I appreciated the presentation and music, I just can't get into the gameplay enough to recommend this to anyone, unless you really happen to like Angry Birds.”
- “All in all, the game is a nice distraction for a bit, but the same mechanics and simplicity of play, along with a lack of control, start to get old.”
- “In conclusion, this game is great in short bursts, but when you stay and play, you will get tired because of its repetitive and limited gameplay.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are widely praised for their vibrant, psychedelic art style that enhances the overall aesthetic and gameplay experience. While some reviewers note that the visuals can be busy, they appreciate the unique and calming design, which complements the casual gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to a relaxing and immersive atmosphere.
- “A solid mobile-style single-button physics puzzler with gorgeous, psychedelic visuals.”
- “In fact, the colorful, almost trippy, art style is quite different, and definitely what I would consider this game's strong suit.”
- “Its a very relaxing game with soothing music; the artwork is dazzling and feels alive. This is a really fun puzzle/action game.”
- “The graphics aren't much to write home about, but they do a good job, and even have that retro Ecco the Dolphin feel.”
- “Its simple, colorful graphics, but that's about it.”
- “Although the background music matches the psychedelic graphics, it gets quite annoying after a while.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its ambient and trippy qualities, effectively complementing the psychedelic visuals and enhancing the overall atmosphere. While some players find it soothing and immersive, others note that it can become repetitive and annoying over time. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong aspect that contributes to the game's relaxing and engaging experience.
- “And the music blends itself well into this trippy vibe that the game has going for itself.”
- “The graphics are busy as hell but sway in a calm, reserved way and the soundtrack is exactly the weird kind of low-key ambient you’re expecting.”
- “Similarly psychedelic to the visual style of the game is the soundtrack, with its equally as trippy and ambient qualities that build up and evolve with each successful move you make.”
- “Slow, boring, pointless, ugly art, utterly bad music, terrible support and performances.”
- “Although the background music matches the psychedelic graphics, it gets quite annoying after a while.”
- “While I appreciated the presentation and music, I just can't get into the gameplay enough to recommend this to anyone, unless you really happen to like Angry Birds.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a very brief narrative, with many users noting that it lacks a substantial or engaging story.
- “The game is pretty short, and there is no real story.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting slow performance, lackluster visuals, and poor audio quality, leading to an overall negative experience. Additionally, players have expressed frustration with inadequate support from the developers.
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to slow performance and frustrating gameplay.”
- “The art style is unappealing, and the overall experience is marred by poor optimization.”
- “I encountered constant lag and crashes, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its beauty and relaxed vibe, though some players find that frustrating elements can detract from this intended chill experience. Overall, it successfully creates a pleasant environment that encourages thoughtful gameplay.
- “It's really beautiful, with a pleasant atmosphere, and even if it uses only one button, you'll have to think to get all the stars.”
- “The game creates a captivating atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you engaged.”
- “The immersive atmosphere enhances the overall experience, making every moment feel significant.”
- “That can become very frustrating very quickly, which spoils the chilled-out atmosphere the developers are justifiably proud of.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be manageable, suggesting that it requires a second life to effectively engage with it. Overall, the grinding is perceived as a straightforward yet enjoyable element that avoids becoming overly tedious.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”