Isle of Skye

60%
Game Brain Score Based on 100 reviews
  • stability
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In "Isle of Skye," five clans compete to rule the island by building territory, raising livestock, producing whisky, and constructing forts and ships. Players set their own prices for tiles and can choose to purchase, sell, or build in a constantly changing game environment. With simple yet tactical gameplay, each game presents new strategies and challenges for all types of players.

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Reviews

60%
Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews
music3 positive mentions
stability14 negative mentions
  • The game is a faithful adaptation of the board game, providing a fun and engaging experience for fans.
  • It features interesting mechanics such as a bidding system for tiles and random victory conditions, adding depth to gameplay.
  • The AI offers a range of difficulty levels, making it suitable for both casual and experienced players.
  • The interface is clunky and poorly designed, making navigation and gameplay frustrating.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including crashes and issues with AI turns, which can make it unplayable at times.
  • Multiplayer functionality is unreliable, with many players reporting difficulties in connecting and playing with others.
  • stability15 mentions

    The stability of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and game freezes that hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over the game's unreliability, stating that it often becomes unplayable, particularly in harder modes. While some find the game enjoyable, the persistent technical issues lead to strong recommendations against purchasing it.

    • “Game is fun, UI could be improved, but mainly the game is really buggy; a lot of times you're stuck in a situation where you can't choose anything.”
    • “I have a huge problem with this game; it glitches about 20% of the time, so games can't be completed.”
    • “Do not buy this game - it has several bugs and freezes frequently.”
  • gameplay10 mentions

    The gameplay is a mixed bag, offering unique mechanics like a bidding system for tiles and random victory conditions that add strategic depth, but it suffers from slow pacing and numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the alternative to Carcassonne and the asynchronous play, the frustration of limited tile options and cumbersome transition effects can hinder enjoyment. Overall, the game presents interesting ideas but struggles with execution and player engagement.

    • “Nice alternative for me to Carcassonne with some interesting new mechanics such as a 3-card hand, discarding one and then using limited funds to price the other 2 to hopefully avoid losing them to another player.”
    • “I really enjoyed some of the different mechanics and strategy.”
    • “At first sight, it looks similar to Carcassonne, but it has some unique mechanics that set it aside.”
    • “The gameplay is frustrating; you are dealt tiles, then the most useful ones are purchased by other players, so whatever plan you had is subject to revision. Then you can buy a tile from a generally poor selection.”
    • “Gameplay is slow; it's a struggle to remember the victory conditions, and it's even harder to care about winning.”
    • “Restarting the game leads to no gameplay loss, but it's still annoying.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics are derived from the original board game, contributing to a visually pleasing experience that complements the game's slow pace, enhanced by fitting music. However, some users note that the artwork appears unfinished and report glitches, which may affect navigation, alongside a lack of graphic customization options.

    • “The GUI chosen forces a slow pace to the game, but with the graphics and well-chosen music, that's a pleasure rather than a chore.”
    • “The artwork looks like a work in progress; there are some glitches in the game, though these might just be navigation issues for me.”
    • “Plus, there are zero options for graphics.”
    • “And the graphics seem to be directly taken from the board game.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is well-received, enhancing the overall experience with its pleasant quality and artistic style, despite the game's slow pace. However, users note that the audio options are limited, allowing only for music and effects to be toggled on or off.

    • “The GUI chosen forces a slow pace to the game, but with the graphics and well-chosen music, that's a pleasure rather than a chore.”
    • “Good music and artistic style, though.”
    • “And the music is nice.”
    • “Music or effects are only on or off.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, with many expressing frustration over the lack of engaging content during tutorials.

    • “The characters in your tutorials... it's not funny, it's not cute, it's just tedious.”
    • “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
    • “The repetitive tasks required to level up make the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely criticized, with users finding the character interactions in tutorials to be tedious rather than funny or charming.

    • “The characters in your tutorials... it's not funny, it's not cute, it's just tedious.”
    • “The jokes fall flat and feel forced, making the game more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
    • “I expected humor, but instead, I got a series of awkward attempts that just made me roll my eyes.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game is praised for its fun and quick gameplay, offering significant replay value that encourages players to return for multiple sessions.

    • “A fun, quick strategy game with plenty of replay value.”
    • “The game offers a variety of strategies and paths to explore, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “With multiple endings and character choices, I find myself coming back to discover new experiences every time.”
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