Sky Racket

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 84 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • music
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Blast through the galaxy on a quest to defeat evil with the power of tennis in our Sky Racket review.
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"Sky Racket is a fantasy shooter game that combines Shoot'em up and Block Breaker genres, with cute enemies and challenging projectiles. The game features 5 vivid worlds, 14 handcrafted levels, epic bosses, and a captivating soundtrack. Play in local multi-player mode with up to 2 players in co-op or PvP, with smooth animations in stylish pixel art and exclusive arcade game mode."

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
gameplay16 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Sky Racket offers a unique and fun blend of brick breaker and shoot'em up mechanics, providing a fresh gameplay experience.
  • The game features charming visuals, a nostalgic soundtrack, and well-designed gameplay mechanics that enhance the overall enjoyment.
  • It includes a cooperative mode, making it a great option for playing with friends, and offers a variety of challenges that add to its replay value.
  • The game suffers from repetitive levels and some boss fights can feel overly challenging without a clear strategy to succeed.
  • Many players have reported issues with broken achievements and lost save data, indicating a lack of support from the developers.
  • The main campaign is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content after completing it.
  • gameplay50 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics that evolve in complexity, offering a blend of genres, particularly shmup and block-breaking elements. Players appreciate the fast-paced, addictive nature of the game, enhanced by vibrant pixel art and a variety of challenges, although some note a tendency towards repetitiveness. Overall, it provides a nostalgic yet fresh arcade experience, well-suited for both solo and co-op play.

    • “Plenty of challenges, and its unique gameplay keeps it feeling fresh.”
    • “The game thoroughly manages to stay diverse with the various mechanics it has and the way it blends different genres of gameplay.”
    • “I had a really good time playing Sky Racket, with its genre-mashing gameplay proving both fun and addictive throughout.”
    • “The mix of genres certainly adds to the mechanics, even if it feels a bit repetitive; the patterns of the enemy attacks and power-ups are enough to keep you interested.”
    • “A tad repetitive gameplay, but these kinds of games are supposed to be that way.”
    • “Pacing for block sections of the stages is sluggish; the racket mechanic is a bit basic.”
  • graphics29 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, polished aesthetic and retro-inspired design, reminiscent of classic titles. Players appreciate the cute visuals, clean user interface, and the overall artistic quality, which enhances the gameplay experience. The combination of impressive audio and charming graphics contributes to a fun and engaging atmosphere, making it a standout in the shoot 'em up genre.

    • “Beautiful aesthetic, great music, and the arcade-inspired levels are absolutely gorgeous!”
    • “So beautifully crafted, the graphics and audio are superb!”
    • “The graphics design, style, and ambiance are rather nice, even with its 8-bit-esque look.”
    • “From the aesthetics to the mechanics, everything feels like a great tribute to the old classics.”
    • “The clean UI and graphics really pop off the screen.”
  • music26 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic and adventurous qualities, enhancing the overall aesthetic and gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as both enjoyable and fitting for the game's themes, with many expressing a desire to listen to it outside of gameplay. Overall, the music is described as polished and integral to the game's charm, contributing to a formative gaming experience.

    • “Amazing, nostalgic soundtrack that I would blast even if I wasn't playing the game.”
    • “The music is great!”
    • “Music is pleasant to hear and fits the psychedelic sci-fi theme strangely well.”
  • humor10 mentions

    The game features a delightful blend of tongue-in-cheek humor, particularly during epic boss battles, where each boss is accompanied by amusing names and descriptions that elicit genuine laughter. Players, including younger audiences, find the humor to be corny yet charming, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience. The combination of beautiful art and fun mechanics further complements the comedic elements, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “Epic boss battle fights with tongue-in-cheek humor that is corny enough to have a good chuckle at.”
    • “Each boss is given their own freeze graphic, name, and funny description.”
    • “Amazing game with great art, fun mechanics, and incredibly funny characters.”
  • story7 mentions

    The story is engaging but may leave players wanting more, prompting them to explore additional content such as co-op features, extra missions, and special events. Players appreciate the nostalgic connection to the demo version and find the overall experience enjoyable, especially given the value for the price.

    • “Short story: I played the original demo on GameJolt, had a good time, and when I bought this game on Steam, I was pleasantly surprised to see my old demo save file on there.”
    • “There's also a co-op feature, additional missions, and special events (such as Halloween invasion), which is way more content than the price tag suggests.”
    • “If the main story leaves you wanting more, definitely try to finish the whole thing - even if you don't, it's a good time.”
    • “Short story: I played the original demo on Gamejolt, and had a good time, and when I bought this game on Steam, I was pleasantly surprised to see my old demo save file on there.”
    • “Blast through the galaxy on a quest to defeat evil with the power of tennis in our sky racket review.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, particularly for fans of retro art styles and shoot 'em ups, despite its relatively short main campaign. Players are encouraged to engage with optional challenges and multiplayer modes to enhance their experience and reach the final stage. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking a game with lasting appeal.

    • “Kind of a short game, however, the replay value is huge and mandatory to anyone trying to reach the final stage.”
    • “I actually don't have anything negative to say about it; it even has a lot of replay value to it. So if you like retro/Mega Drive art style and you're into shoot 'em ups, you have to at least try out this game. You won't regret it!”
    • “Kind of a short game; however, the replay value is huge and mandatory to anyone trying to reach the final stage.”
    • “The main campaign admittedly could have benefited from more stages, but optional challenges and multiplayer do add replay value.”
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