SKY THE SCRAPER

About

SKY THE SCRAPER is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Ryo Kobuchi and was released on July 29, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

BUZZ"This building-cleaning action game will change the way you interpret reality" - IGN Japan "A game that depicts the struggles of young people during their pursuit of their dreams" - Game*Spark About the GameDream-Chasing Window Cleaner x Action-Adventure Experience a thrilling action-packed adventure as a window cleaner navigating the towering skyscrapers of the city.…

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

story4 positive mentions

The game combines fun gameplay with engaging storytelling and a unique premise, making it addictive and enjoyable.
It features a strong replay value with multiple scenarios, different classes, and a variety of activities to explore.
The soundtrack and art design are praised, contributing to the overall immersive experience of the game.

The difficulty can ramp up quickly and feels heavily reliant on RNG, which may frustrate some players.
There are occasional issues with text fitting on the screen, particularly when playing on the Steam Deck.
Some players feel that the game is only worth a casual play and may not have enough depth for longer sessions.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
The game's story is praised for its impressive depth and cohesion, featuring intelligent relationship building and multiple engaging storylines that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of simple gameplay with meaningful narrative elements, highlighting themes of independence and character development. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout aspect, particularly for an indie arcade title.
- “Game is really great, simple concept but with great storytelling.”
- “I really enjoyed the different storylines in each scenario.”
- “The tight gameplay, fun skill tree, and artistic vision bring along a story about independence, character development, and managing your health and those that care about you.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc.”
- “Character motivations are often unclear, making it hard to connect with them.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, including relationship-building and hobby acquisition, alongside a variety of scenarios and a strong music selection. Players appreciate the fun and challenging gameplay loop, complemented by a well-designed skill tree and a focus on character development and health management. Overall, the gameplay is described as tight and enjoyable, contributing to a rich narrative experience.
- “There's 5 scenarios which I didn't even know going in with different stories, a ton of music that is so good, and the gameplay loop itself is great.”
- “The gameplay was fun, and not overly easy.”
- “The tight gameplay, fun skill tree, and artistic vision bring along a story about independence, character development, and managing your health and those that care about you.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a diverse and enjoyable soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the variety of musical themes across different scenarios, contributing to an engaging gameplay loop.
- “There's 5 scenarios which I didn't even know going in with different stories, a ton of music that is soooo good and the gameplay loop itself is great.”
- “The soundtrack is great as well.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game boasts high replayability, with users rating it 5/5 due to the availability of different classes that allow for fully fleshed-out runs, enhancing the overall fun and variety in gameplay.
- “Replayability 5/5 (different classes to start fully fleshed-out runs with.)”
- “Great and fun game, lots of replay value.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted as a key element of the game, intertwining themes of independence and personal growth with engaging gameplay mechanics, such as a fun skill tree. Players appreciate how the narrative emphasizes managing health and relationships, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The tight gameplay, fun skill tree, and artistic vision bring along a story about independence, character development, and managing your health and those that care about you.”