Skygard Arena
- November 18, 2024
- Gemelli Games
Get on SteamSkygard Arena is a turn-based tactics game in which you lead your team of Champions to victory in arena-scale skirmishes. Customize your Champions and combine their unique abilities in clever ways every turn. Complete challenging missions in the campaign or outsmart other players in PvP! A colorful roster of unique Champions - Choose among 9 Champions to play with, each with their own …
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a variety of unique characters with different build variations, enhancing strategic depth and replayability.
- The turn-based combat is engaging and rewarding, allowing players to feel accomplished when executing successful strategies and combos.
- The developers are actively patching the game during early access, addressing player feedback and improving the overall experience.
- The writing and character dialogue can feel unnatural and overly emotional, detracting from the overall immersion.
- The AI can sometimes prioritize avoiding traps excessively, leading to periods where units do not take action, which can disrupt gameplay flow.
- There is currently no controller support, which may limit accessibility for some players, especially on platforms like Steam Deck.
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their clean visuals, impressive animations, and appealing art style, contributing to an enjoyable and tactical experience reminiscent of an overwatch aesthetic. Overall, the game's presentation and visual effects are highlighted as standout features.
“Clean graphics and animations.”
“A nice fun game with great visuals and effects.”
“I also love the artwork style and presentation of the game.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as fun and rewarding, featuring tactical elements that engage players, though it falls short when compared to similar titles like "Into the Breach." Additionally, the writing quality is noted to be lacking, but it is not considered as critical to the overall experience.
“Its core gameplay is very rewarding, tactical, and fun.”
“Gameplay-wise, it's fun enough, though I don't think it's quite as good as Into the Breach.”
“While I don't think the writing is as important as the gameplay, the gameplay is of significantly lower quality in my opinion.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its visually appealing design, though it lacks depth and complexity in the characters themselves. Overall, while the aesthetics are commendable, the character arcs may not fully engage players.
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the emotional depth of the characters is inconsistent, with some displaying overly encouraging or erratic behavior that lacks sufficient motivation or buildup. This can lead to reactions feeling unearned, detracting from the overall emotional impact of the narrative.
“The characters' emotional depth is truly captivating, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
“I was deeply moved by the character interactions; their emotional struggles resonated with me on a personal level.”
“The game masterfully portrays complex emotions, allowing players to connect with the characters in a profound way.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is engaging, with players expressing enjoyment of the campaign, particularly after completing the initial missions. However, some have yet to explore all available modes, such as the arena.
