Laya's Horizon
- May 2, 2023
- Snowman
"Laya's Horizon" is an open-world wingsuit adventure game with masterful gameplay and stunning graphics. Players can explore a vast island, mastering the art of flying by diving off mountains, weaving through forests, and gliding over rivers. The game features enchanted capes that grant special abilities, as well as challenges and obstacle courses that will test the limits of your flight skills.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a charming art style, creating an immersive experience.
- Gameplay is fun and relaxing, allowing players to explore a vast open world without the pressure of combat.
- The controls, while initially challenging, can be mastered and provide a satisfying flying experience once learned.
- The game suffers from significant performance issues, including low frame rates and lag, making it difficult to enjoy.
- Players are required to have a Netflix subscription to access the game, which is frustrating for those without an account.
- The controls can be overly sensitive and complicated, leading to a frustrating experience for many users.
- optimization25 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players experiencing poor performance, lag, and stuttering on various devices, including high-end models like the Galaxy S23 Ultra and Pixel 6. While some users noted improvements after updates, the consensus is that further optimization is essential to enhance gameplay and stability, particularly for those using newer smartphones. Many players expressed a desire for graphics settings to help alleviate performance issues.
“Edit: there was an update that greatly improved performance.”
“Amazing game, I loved everything about it, but you guys need to optimize it better. It jitters a lot, and the menu is very laggy. I'm on an S22 Ultra with the latest Android update, but I'm still facing all these issues. Not sure which device this was tested on, but it should have been able to run smoothly on a fairly high-end device.”
“Outside of what is possibly several optimizations needed, a simple render distance setting might help quite a lot here.”
“Very cool game, but man the performance is horrible on my Galaxy S23 Ultra.”
“The game is super fun and charming, but it plays horrendously on my Pixel 6. In my opinion, optimization should be a top priority right now because playing at 15 fps is downright unplayable. Even a stable 30 fps would be alright; just please make it run better because I really want to love this game.”
“The game is terribly optimized and lags like crazy, and the controls are extremely sensitive.”
- graphics22 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and artistic style, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, many users report performance issues, including lag and low resolution, which detract from the overall enjoyment. While the visuals are stunning, there is a strong desire for better graphics options and optimization to enhance gameplay.
“The graphics are beautiful, and the gameplay keeps you engaged.”
“With great visuals and beautiful scenery, this game has earned my heart.”
“Absolutely stunning artwork.”
“The most cumbersome part are performances; I play this game and it has no graphics option.”
“It just needs a graphics quality setting since I'm experiencing a lot of stuttering when playing.”
“I'm on an S23 Ultra and this game runs horribly (laggy/low frame rate) no matter the graphics setting.”
- story17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely considered a weak point, with players noting a lack of depth and engagement, as it primarily revolves around exploration and completing repetitive missions rather than a compelling narrative. While the world is beautifully designed and offers enjoyable flying mechanics, the absence of a strong storyline and character development detracts from the overall experience. Players suggest that the game would benefit from more structured story objectives and clearer mission guidance.
“The story is casual and the interactions are sweet.”
“While the controls can be a bit finicky for precise missions due to boost not activating correctly, the game offers hours of immersive gameplay, striking the perfect balance between relaxation and entertainment.”
“It's a stunning game, the art is gorgeous, and it's really fun to just explore the island and keep discovering without worrying too much about the missions or challenges.”
“The story is not the highlight.”
“It suffers from a lack of any kind of deep story and some seriously slippery controls, but I can tell that a lot of thought went into the fantastic world and great flying mechanics.”
“Doesn't have an actual story and the progression is mainly doing tricks.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and immersive, featuring beautiful graphics and satisfying mechanics, particularly in flying. However, it suffers from issues like slippery controls, lag, and low resolution, which can detract from the experience. While some players appreciate the balance between relaxation and challenge, others find the optimization lacking and recommend alternative games for better flying mechanics and story.
“The graphics are beautiful, and the gameplay keeps you engaged.”
“Awesome game mechanics, interesting characters, spectacular scenery, and I love the music.”
“Laya's Horizon is a captivating mobile game that provides a tranquil flying experience with smooth gameplay and stunning environments.”
“Gameplay is a little laggy and graphics have a low resolution so that my phone can cope, but if you're willing to put up with that, this is a gorgeous game I would absolutely recommend!”
“My biggest complaints are optimization (or lack thereof) and that there's no option for gyro controls, which feels odd given the gameplay.”
“The gameplay is.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its impressive quality and soothing nature, enhancing the overall experience with a chill atmosphere that complements the gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing positively to the game's mechanics and setting.
“The music was top notch.”
“Love the chill setting, music that accompanies your movements, no forceful tasks.”
“The music is soothing as always.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and loading screen freezes that can disrupt gameplay. While some players still enjoy the game despite these problems, the overall consensus indicates that stability is a major concern.
“Quite buggy, I have to regularly quit the app and restart it to make it recognize that I've passed the level prior; otherwise, it freezes with all three previous objectives ticked but new ones not showing.”
“It's a very good game, but it's buggy and it often gets stuck on the loading screen for so long.”
“Do not get this game; it's so buggy and a copy of Sky: Children of the Light. You should get that one instead; Sky's graphics, plot, players, etc. are amazing!”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a cozy, indie vibe, reflecting the developers' dedication to creating an inviting and immersive environment.
“The developers definitely put effort into the overall atmosphere, creating a cozy indie game experience.”
“The game's atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into its beautifully crafted world.”
“Every detail contributes to a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged and wanting to explore more.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization model of this premium game restricts its availability to Android players, limiting access due to its pricing structure.
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel exploitative, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend.”
“I appreciate that the game offers a variety of ways to earn in-game currency, making it accessible for everyone.”
“The optional purchases enhance the experience without being necessary to progress, which is a refreshing approach.”
“Another premium game unavailable to Android players because of its monetization model.”
