Lovely Planet 2: April Skies

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Lovely Planet 2: April Skies is a single player shooter game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by quicktequila and was released on June 18, 2019. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Lovely Planet 2: April Skies" is a charming first-person shooter, where players shoot enemies, dodge bullets, and navigate through trap-filled levels. The game features over 100 levels across five distinct worlds, with a new game mode for replayability and hidden secrets to discover. Its original soundtrack adds to the overall experience.

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89%

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gameplay24 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Lovely Planet 2 features improved UI and level design, making it more accessible and enjoyable than its predecessor.
The game has a charming aesthetic with a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The addition of new mechanics and modes, such as the Abyss and harder difficulty options, provides replay value for players seeking a challenge.

The game is significantly easier and shorter than the original, leading to disappointment for players seeking a similar level of challenge.
Some levels feel repetitive and lack the memorable design of the first game, making the overall experience feel less engaging.
The removal of leaderboards and certain mechanics from the original game detracts from the competitive aspect that many players enjoyed.

gameplay
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
6%
The gameplay in "Lovely Planet 2" is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, intuitive controls, and engaging level design, which encourages speedrunning and exploration. Players appreciate the introduction of new mechanics and the overall polish compared to its predecessor, although some feel that the challenge has been diminished in certain areas. While the game offers a fun and fast-paced experience with a charming aesthetic and soundtrack, opinions vary on the effectiveness of the new elements and the level of difficulty.
- “This game effectively nails down the mechanics of the original, allowing it to feel super smooth and fun.”
- “The gameplay is much better than Lovely Planet 1 on almost every front. The level design this time around is much more fair, plus the fluidity of the game is much better, so it does a lot to avoid frustration.”
- “The gameplay is really fast-paced, the level design is pretty superb, and you'd really need to hone your aim and twitch reflexes to get 3 stars for all levels.”
- “The gameplay is horrible.”
- “Most of the same mechanics, all of the same level themes, similar music, etc. but it's lacking the level of challenge and elegant design the first game had, and almost entirely lacking in puzzle levels like the endgame of the first had - only one or two clever ones I can recall off the top of my head.”
- “The level design is pretty boring and simplified, meaning difficulty and gameplay have been drastically gutted.”
music
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
35%
7%
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many players praising its catchy and upbeat nature, which complements the game's visuals and mechanics effectively. While some fans appreciate the remixes from the first game, others feel that the new soundtrack lacks the memorable melodies and energy of its predecessor. Overall, the soundtrack is described as charming and fitting, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack will stick in your head for all the right reasons and match your vibe just right in ways you might not expect.”
- “Sound-wise, this game ironed out the issues with the first game, with no audio peaking this time, well-leveled sound effects, and a more distinct soundtrack that features a lovely blend of upbeat and chiptune. It found its way into my Spotify playlists, that's for sure!”
- “I'm a fan of Calum Bowen, who did the music for all Lovely Planet games. He is very good at making extremely quirky, happy, and cute songs that really have that Japanese/weird/Nintendo vibe to them.”
- “I also don't like the new music as much, though it's a minor complaint - it's mostly mishmashes of the original level themes with the main theme of the first game, and usually the tracks sound a bit too busy without having the strong driving melody that made the original soundtrack so effective, plus there's very little in the way of new sounds either.”
- “Every level felt the same, every world the enemies are the same but have new hats, the music felt less energetic than the original.”
- “Music is all new and sounds okay, but the first's was better.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant, charming aesthetic and improved animation quality, creating a warm and inviting environment. Players appreciate the distinct visual differentiation between enemies and allies, as well as helpful features like hazard indicators that enhance gameplay understanding. Overall, the minimalistic low-poly design and cute visuals contribute to an enjoyable experience, although some note a lack of new graphic assets compared to previous titles.
- “The graphics are so much better, enemies are still distinct from buddies, and there's a crucial feature that adds so much: the red border when there's a hazard, be it a bomb or a smoocher enemy. It lets you know why you're dying, which enhances your understanding of a level. The animation work is better, the effects are clean, and everything has that charming, warm, cozy environment look to it. It delivers on all graphical fronts.”
- “Lovely Planet 2 features colorful minimalistic low-poly graphics, five distinctively different worlds with over 100 levels of challenging gameplay, and an even more challenging game mode to replay each of the levels.”
- “The intoxicating lovable aesthetic of simple but cute visuals blended with an amazing soundtrack is back once again to delight.”
- “However, don't let the visuals deceive you.”
- “Very few new graphic assets, no new environments, fewer visual details overall level-to-level.”
- “I was impressed with the general quality, as it felt like a major upgrade from even cleaner artwork to cute SFX.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game offers significant replayability through features like a New Game Plus mode, added difficulty, and updates that introduce new content such as arcade modes. Players can expect upwards of 8 hours of gameplay, with infinite replayability for speedrunning and personal best challenges, making it a highly enjoyable and engaging experience. Overall, it is regarded as a very replayable indie title.
- “There's a lot more content, and every bit of it is infinitely replayable, both to set records and beat your personal best, but also because it's just so much fun!”
- “There's a New Game Plus mode which also provides extra difficulty and replay value.”
- “It has more replay value with added features from updates, such as arcade mode.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction due to its brevity. While some players suggest there may be a message to uncover, many feel that the game does not require a narrative to be enjoyable.
- “The game is extremely short, and there is little to no satisfaction because there is no story.”
- “Maybe you can get some sort of message out of it, I don't know, but frankly this game doesn't need a story.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a fun and wholesome atmosphere that engages players through dynamic challenges and exhilarating gameplay. Players report feeling a strong connection to the game's themes, even leading to unexpected feelings, such as a strong aversion to eating apples.
- “Also, it made me feel very strongly against eating apples for a long time.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that the grinding involved in uncovering secrets is often more tedious than enjoyable, leading to a sense of frustration rather than satisfaction.
- “The grinding feels more tedious than rewarding.”
- “The amount of time spent grinding outweighs the enjoyment.”
- “Grinding becomes a chore rather than a fun part of the game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the humor in the game, often highlighting it through entertaining gameplay and commentary that adds a comedic touch to the experience.
- “Check out my gameplay video featuring funny commentary about this game!”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious and keeps me laughing throughout!”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and funny situations that make every moment enjoyable!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has significantly improved from its original version, making movement smoother and more intuitive. Players find it easier to navigate obstacles, enhancing the overall gameplay experience compared to the first installment.
- “Sure, it's a simple game with a simple premise, but nevertheless, it's noticeably optimized from its original.”
- “Compared to Lovely Planet 1, it's a lot easier to jump over things and climb hills, whereas in the original, a lot of my optimizations came from jumping around obstacles.”

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85%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

Lovely Planet 2: April Skies Review
Quick to learn yet hard to master, Lovely Planet 2: April Skies is a charming and fast-paced sequel that improves on the original formula while maintaining it's charming aesthetic.
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Lovely Planet 2: April Skies is a shooter game with fantasy theme.

Lovely Planet 2: April Skies is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Lovely Planet 2: April Skies.

Lovely Planet 2: April Skies was released on June 18, 2019.

Lovely Planet 2: April Skies was developed by quicktequila.

Lovely Planet 2: April Skies has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Lovely Planet 2: April Skies is a single player game.

Similar games include Lovely Planet, Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien, Super Cloudbuilt, DeadCore, Cyber Hook and others.

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