Sky Battles
- March 24, 2015
- Peter Lacalamita
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"Sky Battles" is an action-packed game where you pilot your plane to battle giant robotic monsters and engage in online multiplayer dogfights. The game features eight unique bosses, customizable planes with various weapons, and in-game power-ups. Play across ten original missions, collect gems to level up, and participate in multi-platform multiplayer matches against PC, Mac, and mobile players.
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Reviews
- The game provides a unique and nostalgic arcade experience reminiscent of classic games, with interesting boss fights and well-designed levels.
- Some players found joy and hope in the game, appreciating its potential to entertain despite its flaws.
- The graphics, while not cutting-edge, have a retro charm that some players enjoy, and the game is seen as a fun, low-cost indie title.
- The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making the game frustrating and difficult to play, with many players unable to progress past the first level.
- The game suffers from poor graphics and low-quality assets, leading to a lack of immersion and overall enjoyment.
- There is a lack of clear objectives and instructions, leaving players confused about gameplay mechanics and goals.
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, suggesting that perseverance leads to personal growth. While some players express a desire for clearer explanations regarding plot elements, the overall narrative has been engaging and entertaining, even from the initial mission.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Some story! I want to know why these things are here, like some evil organization unleashing their superweapons (would explain the choppers).”
“I've only played the first mission, but so far I'm very entertained.”
“Some story, I want to know why these things are here, like some evil organization unleashing their superweapons (would explain the choppers).”
“First mission, no clue what to do.”
“Sure it is, whichever story is better than no story.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally described as decent but not cutting-edge, reflecting a console-like quality despite being on PC. While some users appreciate the improved 3D visuals compared to past games, others note that it lacks the polish and sophistication of major titles. Overall, the graphics are functional but may not satisfy those seeking top-tier visuals.
“I have never seen such graphics.”
“It is improved 3D graphics from the past.”
“Graphics are decent.”
“While this is on PC, it has all the hallmarks and deficiencies of a console game, from the clunkier than needed control scheme to the less than cutting edge graphics.”
“I have never seen such a graphic.”
“It's not going to have all the top-of-the-line graphics or controls like all the major companies have, so don't dismiss it just because you can't get past a few levels.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being janky and unsatisfying, with poor handling and responsiveness that detracts from the overall experience. Reviewers express frustration with the lack of polish and testing, leading to slow and uncontrollable gameplay, ultimately recommending against purchasing the game.
“Can't wait to fight more bosses! I'll be uploading a video of my gameplay here: https://www.youtube.”
“It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
“Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing.”
“Slow, frustrating, uncontrollable gameplay, useless options menu, don't buy it...”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and enjoyable, providing a soothing experience for players. However, there are concerns regarding the lack of sound options, such as the inability to mute or adjust the volume of the music.
“No sound options to stop the music or reduce the volume.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized for relying on low-effort reskins of game templates, perceived as cash grabs, particularly highlighting a poorly executed 3D vehicle shooter that seems hastily assembled using the Unity engine.
“They've pushed a bunch of GameMaker Studio template reskins onto Steam as cash grabs, but this time they got their hands on some poorly made 3D rendered third-person vehicle arcade shooter slapped together by abusing the Unity engine.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on features that should be part of the base game.”
“It's frustrating to see a game that could be great bogged down by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player experience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been widely criticized for its lack of stability, with many users describing it as a "buggy mess."
“This game is a buggy mess!”
“The frequent crashes make it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined my experience.”
