Puffin Planes

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A casual airline manager. ■ Fly from Tokyo to LA, the short way. Build your dream airline network on a custom-made globe of the Earth as you listen along to the game's original music. Or if you want, you can even play on terraformed Mars! ■ New planes are always around the corner. Planes have a mix of speed, range, fuel consumption and capacity which means there is no one-size-fits-all solution …

Play Modes

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

Reviews

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 128 reviews

music7 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable, offering a relaxing yet challenging experience with solid gameplay mechanics.
The developer is highly engaged with the community, actively seeking feedback and promising future updates.
It captures the essence of classic airline management games while providing a casual and accessible gameplay experience.

The game lacks depth and complexity, making it feel simplistic and repetitive over time.
There are issues with inflation and economic balance, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The absence of AI competitors and limited variety in planes and routes detracts from the overall management simulation experience.

gameplay
15 mentions
20 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is solid and straightforward, featuring simple mechanics that are easy to learn yet challenging to master, making it accessible for new players while still engaging for veterans. With a focus on management and strategic challenges, the game offers a satisfying progression experience, though some players find certain mechanics less intuitive. Overall, it provides a tight gameplay loop that is both addictive and suitable for quick sessions.
- “The gameplay is solid, with a bunch of features, and there’s more on the way since it’s still in development.”
- “The progression is fun, the gameplay is very satisfying, and I really highly recommend fans of management games try this one out.”
- “This game is addictive, the mechanics are easy to learn, harder to master, and you can even play on Mars!”
- “I just find the expansion mechanics to not make much sense.”
- “With a gameplay experience that can be completed in just a couple of hours, it’s perfect for those seeking a quick, strategic challenge.”
- “The core gameplay is the same as Fly Corp; cities spawn, you connect them.”
music
12 mentions
58 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and peaceful qualities, featuring a strong emphasis on woodwinds that resonates with players, particularly those with a musical background. Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack enhances the overall gaming experience, making it enjoyable and cozy. Overall, the music is considered a standout aspect that complements the game's theme effectively.
- “A fantastic plane management simulator with a lovely & peaceful soundtrack.”
- “The music instantly caught me -- I am a woodwind player (all of them - professional theater pit orchestra nerd), and the music is heavy on woodwinds.”
- “The music is very nice as well, fits the game and theme.”
- “They had me two songs in!”
- “The music instantly caught me -- I am a woodwind player (all of them - professional theater pit orchestra nerd), and the music is heavy on woodwinds. What's that you say?”
- “Let's make this game popular, because I want to play covers (and hear other people play covers) of this music on Twitch.”
graphics
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and modern art style, which complements the sound and UI design effectively. While some users noted minor glitches, the visuals are considered pleasant and functional, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. The 3D globe maps and improved graphical options set it apart from similar titles, making it visually appealing without being overly flashy.
- “Very cool airline manager game, similar to others but has better graphics, more options and features; the 3D globe maps are very well done.”
- “The art style perfectly pairs with the sound and UI design.”
- “No UI to expand network past the graphics limit (number of connections).”
- “The visuals may not be flashy, but they serve the purpose of keeping the player focused on gameplay.”
- “The art style is simple but modern—not 8-bit, but clean and straightforward.”
story
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of coherence and depth, with many players noting that the mission progression feels nonsensical and disconnected. There is a strong desire for a more defined storyline and clearer objectives to enhance the overall experience.
- “The progression of missions in the main part of this game is just nonsensical a lot of the time.”
- “A storyline or more explicitly defined overarching objectives/win conditions would make it one for the ages.”
- “No story.”
replayability
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
Players highlight significant replayability due to the variety of routes, planes, and starting conditions, which encourage multiple playthroughs. The quick game completion time, combined with a rewarding challenge in managing routes and fleets, further enhances the incentive to revisit the game.
- “Can already see a bunch of replayability based on the type of routes, planes, where you start, where the hubs are, etc.”
- “There is also lots of room for replayability.”
- “Though each game can be finished relatively quickly, the reward system and the challenge of managing routes and fleets provide enough replayability for multiple sessions.”
- “I can already see a bunch of replayability based on the type of routes, planes, where you start, and where the hubs are.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find that grinding in Puffin planes can be time-consuming and repetitive, often leading to boredom during extended play sessions. However, the game is enjoyable in shorter bursts, making it a suitable sandbox strategy experience for casual gaming.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Puffin Planes overall is a fun game to play, yet sometimes it becomes repetitive and can get boring and tedious if played for a long time. However, it's a good sandbox strategy game to enjoy in short bursts.”
stability
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with users praising its performance and graphics. However, some players have reported occasional glitches that detract from the experience.
- “A+ amazing game, runs great, love it!”
- “The game is incredibly stable; I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs.”
- “Smooth performance throughout my playtime, which really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The game offers some nice graphics, although there are some ugly glitches here and there, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating; I often find myself getting kicked out of matches unexpectedly.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is described as straightforward yet enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall gaming experience.
- “Simple as it comes, but fun with a good atmosphere.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, optimization is generally well-received, with minimal bugs reported; however, players with lower-end machines may experience performance issues during extreme late-game scenarios.
- “Bugs appear to be negligible, though extreme late-game performance may be a bit of an issue for lesser machines.”