Sky Shepherd

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Sky Shepherd is a single player action game. It was developed by Boxcastle Games and was released on May 6, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Sky Shepherd is an atmospheric adventure game where you play as the lone survivor of a skyfaring tribe. Use your flute to round up a herd of mysterious creatures and explore the sky with them.

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Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

music3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Sky Shepherd features beautiful graphics and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a charming experience.
The game offers a unique concept of herding cloud sheep in a serene environment, complemented by calming music.
As a free game, it provides a short yet enjoyable experience for those looking for a casual and meditative adventure.

The game is very short and lacks substantial content, feeling more like a tech demo than a complete game.
Gameplay can be confusing due to unclear objectives and limited camera controls, which detracts from the exploration experience.
Despite its visual appeal, many players found it uninteresting and lacking depth, leading to a dismal public reception.

graphics
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The graphics of the game are characterized by low-quality, low-poly 3D visuals that may disappoint many gamers, despite some users acknowledging that they appear too polished for an amateur title. This visual quality detracts from the overall gaming experience, leading some players to adjust settings to reduce blurriness. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant drawback.
- “The graphics look too good for this to be an amateur game, and yet they're also not flipped.”
- “In terms of visuals, this features fairly low quality low poly 3D graphics which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
- “I turned the graphics down so that the game looked less blurry.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the audio as one of the game's strongest aspects, contributing significantly to the enjoyment of the short adventure. The combination of relaxing music and fitting sound effects creates a beautiful and engaging environment.
- “This game's strongest aspect is its audio - the music, sound effects, and atmosphere are all very well done.”
- “The game is really short, but the music and environments pull you in for a really enjoyable experience.”
- “This game is very unique and I love the music for this small adventure game.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of '[i]sky shepherd[/i]' is characterized as smooth and relaxing, making it suitable for players seeking a casual experience without complex mechanics or a deep narrative. However, this simplicity may lead to boredom for those looking for more engaging gameplay, potentially making it feel monotonous over time. Overall, it offers a calming experience, though it may not appeal to everyone.
- “This game is very beautiful with smooth gameplay and relaxing music.”
- “The gameplay is very casual and relaxing, which may turn off players who want something more engaging, but for a short and calming experience, '[i]Sky Shepherd[/i]' isn't bad.”
- “The gameplay is very casual and relaxing, which may turn off players who want something more engaging.”
- “'[i]Sky Shepherd[/i]' is a game for people who just want a relaxing experience without the need for an in-depth story or innovative gameplay.”
- “That being said, it can also put players to sleep, especially those who already find the gameplay boring.”
story
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The story of '[i]sky shepherd[/i]' revolves around the last survivor of a skyfaring tribe navigating an unexplained world, offering a minimalistic plot that prioritizes a relaxing experience over depth or innovation. Players seeking a rich narrative may find the lack of clarity and development unsatisfying.
- “The plot revolves around you, the last survivor of a skyfaring tribe, navigating a world with an objective that remains mostly unexplained, creating an air of mystery.”
- “'Sky Shepherd' is a game for those who seek a relaxing experience, offering a simple narrative that complements its tranquil gameplay.”
- “The plot (if you can call it that) consists of you, the last survivor of a skyfaring tribe (whatever that could have been), flying around a world with an objective that's left mostly unexplained.”
- “'Sky Shepherd' is a game for people who just want a relaxing experience without the need for an in-depth story or innovative gameplay.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised, particularly for its exceptional audio design, which includes impressive music and sound effects that enhance the overall experience.
- “This game's strongest aspect is its audio - the music, sound effects, and atmosphere are all very well done.”
stability
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The game's second part is reported to be unfinished and plagued by bugs, yet players can still complete it.
- “The second part of the game is unfinished and quite buggy, but it is possible to beat.”