Hazel Sky

Short but sweet, Hazel Sky is an entertaining little adventure with eye-pleasing vistas and some toe-tapping tunes.

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"Hazel Sky" is a single-player, mystical role-playing game with a deep plot and stunning graphics. As a young engineer named Shane, players must pass the trials on a far-off island to become an Engineer or face banishment, while also forming an illicit friendship with a fellow trainee named Erin. Throughout the game, players will repair and build flying machines, navigate challenging terrain, and uncover the fates of those who faced the trials before them, all while exploring themes of love, ambition, and societal change.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

55%

Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

story10 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and an interesting world with potential for deeper lore.
Puzzles are engaging and not overly difficult, providing a satisfying challenge.
The game is relatively short, making it a quick and enjoyable experience for casual players.

The story feels rushed and lacks depth, leaving many plot points unresolved.
Voice acting is often poor and detracts from the overall experience.
Gameplay mechanics are clunky and can be frustrating, with awkward controls and item management.

story
45 mentions
22 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it short and underdeveloped, lacking the depth and character development expected from contemporary titles. While some appreciate the intriguing world and artistic elements, others criticize the incoherence and rushed pacing, suggesting that the narrative feels secondary to gameplay mechanics. Overall, the story is seen as a highlight for some, but many agree it could benefit from more fleshing out and a longer runtime.
- “This is a delightful game that provides some enjoyable puzzles and a captivating story.”
- “The art style is charming, the story is well written and directed, and the puzzles are engaging enough.”
- “The story and character development are well written, the game really delivers on atmosphere, music and puzzles.”
- “Honestly not worth the 25 bucks I paid... the story is short and it's honestly not much to it; every time I expected it to get deeper, it just didn't get there.”
- “It's just a shame that the characters aren't adequately developed and the game is too short to sufficiently suspend disbelief for the plot, implying that the story was written around the gameplay concept and not the other way around.”
- “The story is incoherent and the endings are both terrible.”
gameplay
16 mentions
19 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been described as confusing and clunky, with awkward item management and shallow mechanics that fail to meet the expectations set by contemporary AAA titles. While the game features a variety of mechanics and runs smoothly, it suffers from underdeveloped characters and a short playtime, leaving the story feeling rushed and lacking depth. Overall, despite its polish, the gameplay experience is hindered by its mechanical shortcomings and insufficient narrative development.
- “The game manages to include an impressive variety of mechanics, and the environmental design makes sure that most locations and extras are not difficult to find, merely tedious at times.”
- “Overall, for what little there is, the game is actually quite polished mechanically.”
- “Gameplay: controls are honestly a bit jank, but nothing you can't get around.”
- “Gameplay is confusing; item management, even just simply picking an item up, is awkward.”
- “The total gameplay was very short, the game mechanics felt clunky, and the storyline could’ve been interesting if it was panned out more.”
- “The gameplay is as shallow as the character development, and even the reviews saying it has a good soundtrack are a lie.”
graphics
13 mentions
46 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charm and smoothness, particularly for an indie title, with many users finding them aesthetically pleasing. However, some players noted limitations when pushing the resolution beyond 1080p, as the game struggles with 4K support and lacks extensive graphic adjustments. Overall, while the visuals are a highlight, they fall short of expectations at higher resolutions.
- “The art style is charming, the story is well written and directed, and the puzzles are engaging enough.”
- “The art style is very pretty and the graphics look smooth and good.”
- “Graphics are beautiful for an indie title, no bugs encountered so far, controls are pretty tight.”
- “The game at first glance seems aesthetically pleasing, but it falls short when you push the resolution higher than 1080.”
- “It really cannot handle 4K, although it gives you an option for it, and does not offer much in any graphic adjustments.”
- “The running is too slow and the graphics are just okay.”
music
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its atmospheric contribution and integration into gameplay, others find it scattered and out of place. Despite a few positive mentions of the soundtrack, overall sentiment suggests that it does not significantly enhance the experience.
- “Pretty game and story, with some puzzles, collectibles, and songs to play.”
- “I have spent about 6.5 hours trying to complete this game with every aspect in-game and reading mostly everything, playing every song on guitar.”
- “The story and character development are well written; the game really delivers on atmosphere, music, and puzzles.”
- “The music is scattered and out of place.”
character development
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while some reviews praise it as well-written and integral to the storyline, others criticize it as shallow and lacking depth. Overall, the quality of character development seems to vary significantly among players' experiences.
- “The story and character development are well written; the game really delivers on atmosphere, music, and puzzles.”
- “The storyline, character development, and plot are all well constructed.”
- “The gameplay is as shallow as the character development, and even the reviews saying it has a good soundtrack are a lie.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the story has touching moments, it often lacks a strong emotional connection to the characters, resulting in a somewhat bland and superficial experience. Many feel that the narrative could benefit from deeper engagement to enhance its emotional impact.
- “A touching story, but it could have been more involving and deeper.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with strong storytelling and character development contributing to an immersive experience. The music and puzzles further enhance the overall ambiance, making it a notable aspect of the game.
- “The story and character development are well written; the game really delivers on atmosphere, music, and puzzles.”
replayability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Many users express concerns about the game's replayability, noting its short length and limited content, which diminishes its value unless offered at a significant discount.
- “I would not recommend until heavily discounted due to how short it is and that there will be little or no replay value.”
- “The price feels high for the value; there is limited to no replayability, and the playthrough is relatively short.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find that while the game offers a diverse range of mechanics and accessible environmental design, the grinding aspect can become tedious, making the process of finding locations and extras feel more laborious than enjoyable.
- “The game manages to include an impressive variety of mechanics, and the environmental design makes sure that most locations and extras are not difficult to find, merely tedious at times.”