Skycadia
- December 7, 2020
- Studio Nisse LLC
Get on SteamThe world of Skycadia is overrun with sky pirates -- and there's profit to be made! Take to the skies and collect bounties by shooting down the scoundrels in this light-hearted flying adventure.
PC
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox
Reviews
- Fun and addictive gameplay with simple controls, making it easy to pick up and play.
- Vibrant retro graphics and a nostalgic aesthetic that appeals to fans of classic games.
- Engaging highscore leaderboard system that encourages repeat play and competition.
- Short campaign and limited content, leaving players wanting more after a brief playtime.
- Framerate issues during intense moments and a lack of depth in gameplay mechanics.
- Repetitive music and UI design that detracts from the overall experience.
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a vibrant and stylized retro aesthetic that enhances the overall gameplay experience, evoking the feel of classic arcade cabinets. However, some players find that the rendering style can make enemies and their projectiles difficult to see. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the fun and engaging atmosphere of the game.
“It has a cool aesthetic, and honestly, the aesthetic is what you're mostly playing this game for.”
“The graphics are vibrant, sharp, and give a retro-styled feel.”
“Fun gameplay, cool retro visuals, and it'll make you feel like you're playing in an actual arcade cabinet.”
“Enemies and their shots are hard to see with these graphics/rendering style.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features stylized graphics and a retro arcade feel, making it easy to pick up and play due to its simple mechanics. However, some players found the simplicity led to boredom and a lack of content, leaving them questioning the game's value. Overall, while the arcade-style score-based gameplay has potential, it currently lacks depth and variety.
“Fun gameplay, cool retro visuals, and it'll make you feel like you're playing in an actual arcade cabinet.”
“+ stylized gameplay graphics”
“The gameplay is easy to pick up and play, as the mechanics are extremely simple, maybe too much for its own good... so I got bored fast and thought, 'Is this it?'”
“In conclusion, I'd like to see more of this game, and I sincerely think there is potential for something special here, but sadly there's just not enough content and gameplay to justify the admission price at the moment.”
“The gameplay is very arcade, score-based, with leaderboards.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The chiptune music effectively complements the game's stages, transitioning from light melodies to more intense arrangements during boss encounters. However, some players find the music repetitive and suggest that more variety could enhance the overall experience.
“First a light tune as the first wave of enemy ships spawn in, then a faster arrangement as the flying centipedes swoop around, and finally the boss music kicks in, and you know by then, things are gonna go down.”
“The sound design is good in general, but I think the music could use some more work, as it is not very engaging and becomes repetitive after a few minutes.”
“The chiptune music sets the scene for the three stages the game throws at you.”
“First, a light tune plays as the first wave of enemy ships spawns in, then a faster arrangement as the flying centipedes swoop around, and finally the boss music kicks in, signaling that things are about to get intense.”
“The music lacks variety and quickly becomes repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story mode is perceived as lacking depth and content, though it is considered a minor issue compared to the enjoyment found in the main survival mode.
“The story mode could use a bit more depth, I guess, but that's a minor quibble when the main survival mode is really fun.”
“Lacks content and story.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere, feel, and aesthetics are generally well-received, with players appreciating the design of the characters. However, there is some confusion regarding the inconsistency in characters' eye colors compared to their icons.
“I love the atmosphere, feel, and aesthetics of the game and characters.”
