Skies Above

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A fast-paced, 2D action game, where your goal is to destroy the endless waves of flying orb bots and fly higher with every run, until the Leviathan is saved!FAST-PACED COMBATDash swiftly from enemy to enemy while chaining together special attacks, obtaining combos, and exploiting the power of your enemies! UPGRADESForge and upgrade runes in the camp to obtain special skills and make the Leviathan …

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Play Modes

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a stunning pixel art style and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is fast-paced, addictive, and offers a unique blend of mechanics that keep players engaged.
The developers have shown great responsiveness to player feedback, implementing quality of life improvements from the demo to the final release.

There are some bugs and issues, including an achievement that fails to unlock despite meeting the conditions.
The control scheme can be confusing, requiring time to adjust to the button layout.
The developer has been quiet post-launch, raising concerns about future support and updates for the game.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
32%
14%
The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced, hectic nature that remains enjoyable and stress-free, making it suitable for both casual and dedicated players. Players appreciate the consistent introduction of new mechanics, which keeps the experience engaging and addictive, complemented by charming visuals and a dynamic atmosphere. Overall, the game offers a meditative quality amidst its action, making it a recommended choice for fans of roguelites and precision gameplay.
- “It’s hard to describe the gameplay, the best thing to do is to try the demo knowing that the full game has far more meaningful mechanics to keep things interesting.”
- “The gameplay is hectic and fast-paced but never stressed me out.”
- “It has an addictive gameplay loop with stunning visuals and excellent sound design and banger music.”
- “The demo showed the game in a positive light, but I was still mainly worried about the gameplay being too boring and the achievements being too difficult or grindy.”
- “The gameplay is hectic and fast-paced, but it never stressed me out.”
- “The atmosphere created by the pixel art, small details, and music is heartwarming and dynamic during the gameplay.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cool art style and stunning visuals, which captivate players and enhance the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the combination of impressive aesthetics with addictive gameplay and excellent sound design, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “Love the visuals and the story of the game.”
- “The artwork immediately got my attention.”
- “Insane for the aesthetics alone, addictive gameplay, absolute banger.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The music in the game is described as incredibly strong and catchy, with a badass soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Despite featuring only a few songs, it effectively creates a heartwarming and dynamic atmosphere, complementing the stunning visuals and addictive gameplay loop. Overall, the sound design is praised as excellent, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The atmosphere created by the pixel art, with its small details and the music, is heartwarming and dynamic during gameplay.”
- “It has an addictive gameplay loop with stunning visuals, excellent sound design, and fantastic music.”
- “The music is incredibly strong and catchy, even with only a few songs available.”
- “The music is incredibly strong and catchy despite there being only 2+ songs.”
- “Badass soundtrack too.”
- “The atmosphere the pixel art with the small details and the music creates is heartwarming and dynamic during the gameplay.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some appreciate the inclusion of grinding for achievements and replayability, others express concerns that it may lead to boredom due to its difficulty and repetitiveness. Overall, grinding is present but not overwhelmingly emphasized, appealing mainly to those who enjoy such mechanics.
- “The demo showed the game in a positive light, but I was still mainly worried about the gameplay being too boring and the achievements being too difficult or grindy.”
- “I highly recommend the game for those who like flashy explosions, fast-paced combat, grinding (there is a little), achievement grinding, and replayability.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players generally appreciate the game's visuals and story, highlighting them as standout features despite some minor bugs and issues with quest tracking.
- “Love the visuals and the story of the game.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players find the game to have excellent replayability, particularly for fans of fast-paced combat and achievement grinding. The combination of engaging gameplay and flashy visuals contributes to its high replay value, making it a recommended choice for those seeking a fun and dynamic experience.
- “The game is insanely fun with great replay value.”
- “I highly recommend the game for those who like flashy explosions, fast-paced combat, grinding (there is a little), achievement grinding, and replayability.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a charming and heartwarming atmosphere, enhanced by detailed pixel art and dynamic music, making it ideal for relaxed gameplay sessions. Players appreciate the blend of intensity and tranquility, creating a perfect environment for a chill weekend experience.
- “The atmosphere created by the pixel art, with its small details and the music, is heartwarming and dynamic during gameplay.”
- “The game has a charming world and atmosphere, making it perfect for a chill weekend afternoon.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be significantly enhanced by its pixel art and attention to detail, combined with a dynamic and heartwarming musical score that enriches the overall gameplay experience.
- “The atmosphere created by the pixel art, with its small details and the music, is heartwarming and dynamic during gameplay.”