Return to the Skyway

About

Traverse through a fantastical island and utilize the local fauna to destroy obstacles. In this 2D platform, the player controls a character that has crash landed on a tropical island. Complete puzzles utilizing the creatures' unique abilities in order to fix their ship and return to the Skyway!

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Play Modes

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

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

music3 positive mentions

The game is a cute and charming student project that showcases creativity and potential.
It's a free game that offers a short but enjoyable experience, making it accessible to a wide audience.
The graphics and art style are appealing, with beautiful environments and interesting mechanics.

The game suffers from technical issues, including glitches and awkward controls that hinder gameplay.
It's very short, leaving players wanting more content and feeling like it lacks polish.
The mechanics can feel stiff and unresponsive, making certain gameplay elements frustrating.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, featuring easy controls and a peaceful atmosphere that enhances the experience. Players enjoy the engaging mechanics, particularly the use of unique abilities to navigate the environment, while the charming art and animation contribute to the overall appeal. Despite its short length, the game offers a fun and enjoyable platforming experience.
- “Very cute game, simple gameplay, and it worked great on my Steam Deck!”
- “Pretty short and the mechanics are simple enough.”
- “Peaceful music, easy controls, and simple gameplay.”
- “A 'Pixar short'-sized bit of platformer gameplay from a student team at DigiPen that, nevertheless, delivers on some interesting mechanics and really beautiful art and animation.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the platformer are described as mediocre, though slightly better than some other indie titles, with some users noting that they are "really nice." Overall, the visual quality does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, which is considered lacking.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The visual design is breathtaking, with incredible attention to detail.”
- “The art style is unique and beautifully executed, making every scene a visual delight.”
- “This platformer is really not good; while it works, the graphics are mediocre at best, better than what 'professional' indie devs put out, of course.”
- “The graphics are lackluster and fail to impress, making the overall experience feel cheap.”
- “I expected more from the visuals; they are outdated and do not match the quality of modern games.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The current story content is seen as limited, resembling more of a demo than a fully developed narrative, leaving players eager for more exploration and depth.
- “I would love to play more and explore the story further; what is currently released feels more like a demo.”
- “The narrative is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
- “The character development is rich, making the story feel personal and immersive.”
- “I would love to play more and explore the story further, but what is currently released feels more like a demo.”
- “The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “Character development is weak, making it hard to care about their journeys or outcomes.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized as peaceful, complementing the easy controls and simple gameplay, creating a relaxing overall experience for players.
- “The peaceful music creates a calming atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The easy controls allow players to fully immerse themselves in the beautiful soundtrack.”
- “The combination of simple gameplay and soothing music makes for a relaxing gaming experience.”