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Lila’s Sky Ark

A top-down fantasy adventure where you throw things at a limited range of monsters in a stiff world.
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65%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding
89% User Score Based on 28 reviews
Critic Score 62%Based on 7 reviews

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Lila’s Sky Ark is a single player role playing game with fantasy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Graffiti_Games and was released on April 21, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Lila’s Sky Ark" is an atmospheric exploration game where players help Lila, a young explorer, rebuild her celestial home, Sky Ark. Collect resources, solve puzzles, and uncover the mysteries of floating islands while avoiding menacing creatures. The game features a calming art style and an emotional narrative, making it a serene yet engaging experience.

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story12 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and enjoyable combat mechanic centered around throwing items, which adds depth to the gameplay.
  • The art style and soundtrack are beautifully crafted, creating an immersive and charming atmosphere.
  • Exploration is a key feature, with a vibrant world full of secrets and interesting characters to discover.
  • The combat can feel clunky and frustrating at times, especially during boss fights where item management becomes chaotic.
  • The story lacks cohesion and can be difficult to follow, leaving players wanting more clarity and depth.
  • Navigation can be confusing due to the unclear map layout and the tendency for players to get stuck in certain areas.
  • story
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of Lila's Sky Ark is described as intriguing yet somewhat incoherent, with players noting that it requires piecing together lore and environmental clues to fully appreciate its depth. While some found the narrative slow to start and lacking cohesion, others appreciated the heart-wrenching and beautiful elements revealed towards the end, suggesting a rewarding experience for those willing to invest in understanding it. Overall, the aesthetics and lore are praised, but the story may not satisfy those seeking a more straightforward narrative.

    • “The world and story feel lovingly crafted, and I really enjoyed being able to explore it and meet all the different characters.”
    • “I appreciate the lore tidbits hidden around the game, and these certainly paint a compelling story that one can try and reconstruct as they play.”
    • “The story itself is heart-wrenching and beautiful.”
    • “The story... I didn't understand much of it.”
    • “In general, I think there's a sort of cohesion missing in the story of the game, and I kind of wish there were more cohesion between the main gameplay, the final cutscene-ish sequence, and the lore tidbits/flavor text.”
    • “Personally, I was not very invested in the story for the first half of the game; I think some of the most compelling interactions happen near the end of the game, just like in their previous game.”
  • gameplay
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a unique side-scrolling platformer mechanic that relies on throwing objects to defeat enemies and solve puzzles, which can be initially challenging but becomes enjoyable with practice. While the combat mechanics are innovative, they can feel clunky and may require consulting guides for full understanding. Overall, the gameplay is engaging, particularly during boss battles, but some players may find the lack of cohesion in the story and mechanics a drawback.

    • “The gameplay is quite unique in that you don't have a means of directly attacking enemies and instead rely on objects you pick up and store from around the environment.”
    • “Each boss has interesting and unique mechanics that keep the player on their toes, and I consistently fell in love with the bosses' personality, soundtrack, arena design, and fight design.”
    • “There's an interesting game mechanic where the color of your hair gives you a unique bonus, which I think is interesting, and I enjoyed getting the secret collectibles, doing side-quests, and uncovering the late-game content.”
    • “The main mechanic in the game is using consumables to attack, such as throwing boxes and other creative items - I think it was a cool idea on paper, but the execution was a bit clunky in the end.”
    • “It doesn't fail, I just found the main combat 'pick up and throw things' mechanic to be as clunky and annoying as you would expect it to be.”
    • “Just generally uncertain about how to progress or if gameplay will get sharpened, which is a shame since the presentation is so lovely.”
  • music
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting the standout boss soundtracks and the atmospheric sound design that complements the visuals. The soundtrack is described as a favorite among players, featuring a mix of styles that range from creepy to upbeat, and is noted for its polished execution. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and keeps players engaged throughout their adventure.

    • “Something I absolutely enjoyed: the art and music for this game.”
    • “Music is fabulous and really sets the tone whether it's creepy and scary or upbeat and lively; it is a pleasure to listen to.”
    • “The soundtrack has quickly become one of my favorite game soundtracks ever, and the sound design was very polished - while simple, the sounds of the game really added to the atmosphere and gelled with the stellar visuals impeccably.”
    • “On a smaller detail, it's also unclear why these invaders are musical, and what harmony is, exactly.”
    • “And don't make me start on the soundtrack.”
    • “I mean I don't like it as much as Resolution's soundtrack overall, and it's not really your fault because I think the world of Sky Ark has some mixed themes; it's hard to say what music is appropriate for it.”
  • graphics
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their charming pixel art style, which combines whimsical elements with a vibrant color palette, enhancing the overall aesthetic and atmosphere. Players appreciate the unique art direction, including the use of different styles for cutscenes, and find that the visuals complement the engaging worldbuilding and sound design. While the graphics resonate well with fans of retro aesthetics, those prioritizing story coherence may find it less satisfying.

    • “The art style of the main game is retro yet still unique, merging a whimsical pixelated look full of expression with a palette of bright and varied colors.”
    • “This game was a very fun experience with a beautiful aesthetic and great worldbuilding.”
    • “The in-game art also has a nice aesthetic to it, with how relatively simplistic it is.”
    • “The aesthetics and the lore (backstory hints) are good, but the graphics leave much to be desired.”
    • “For those who care more about story than aesthetics, this game might not be quite what you're looking for.”
    • “The art style of the main game is retro yet still unique, but it lacks the polish that modern graphics offer.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a mix of satisfaction from solving clues and a deeply moving, heart-wrenching narrative that resonates with players. Overall, it evokes a sense of achievement and emotional connection through its storytelling.

    • “The story itself is heart-wrenching and beautiful.”
    • “Some of the clues to secrets were a little goofy, but it generally just made me feel like a champ when I figured it out.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, often involving repetitive back-and-forth tasks to collect necessary items, which can lead to frustration and a depletion of resources. The combat, while visually appealing, adds to the overall monotony of the grinding experience.

    • “Looks nice, but combat is tedious.”
    • “This, mixed with certain areas requiring specific items to enter, meant I was often stuck going back and forth between two places, collecting an item, and then realizing I needed a different one. I repeated this cycle until I ran out of money, which was also quite tedious to grind for.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with a standout soundtrack and polished sound design that enhance the visuals and overall experience. The unique character "voices" contribute to a distinct ambiance, making the atmosphere feel both immersive and memorable. Reviewers note the game's ability to create a diverse and engaging atmosphere that sets it apart from others.

    • “The soundtrack has quickly become one of my favorite game soundtracks ever, and the sound design was very polished. While simple, the sounds of the game really added to the atmosphere and gelled with the stellar visuals impeccably. My personal favorite part of the sound design is the Hollow Knight-esque 'voices' each character is given.”
    • “These games are just so different in terms of atmosphere; for a long time, I thought it was a joke.”
    • “Besides, these games are just so different in terms of atmosphere; for a long time, I thought it was a joke.”
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Lila’s Sky Ark is a role playing game with fantasy and science fiction themes.

Lila’s Sky Ark is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Steam Deck and others.

Lila’s Sky Ark was released on April 21, 2022.

Lila’s Sky Ark was developed by Graffiti_Games.

Lila’s Sky Ark has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Lila’s Sky Ark is a single player game.

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