Skyland: Heart of the Mountain

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 135 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • music
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Skyland: Heart of the Mountain is a game set in a world built on the shoulders of sleeping giants, where the surface has withered and died. The citizens live in the sky, relying on the giants' energy to flourish. When people start disappearing and your father's tragic death seems connected, you and your sister set off on a journey to uncover the truth and unravel the mystery of an ancient civilization. The game offers a free trial before unlocking the full adventure.

  • iPad
  • iPhone
  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Android
  • Linux
  • Mobile Platform
  • Play​Station
  • Tablet
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Reviews

78%
Audience ScoreBased on 135 reviews
story23 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful graphics and a well-executed steampunk aesthetic.
  • The hidden object puzzles are enjoyable and reignite interest in the genre.
  • The game includes a bonus chapter and collectibles, adding extra content for players.
  • The storyline is short and lacks depth, making it feel generic.
  • Some hidden object scenes and mini-games are frustratingly easy or poorly designed.
  • Achievements can be buggy, leading to a frustrating experience for completionists.
  • story74 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its interesting concepts and unique settings, particularly in steampunk and ancient civilization themes. However, many reviewers found the narrative to be short, vague, and at times confusing, with a lack of depth and resolution, leaving them wanting more context and development. Overall, while the art and gameplay mechanics received praise, the story often felt bland or underdeveloped, leading to a less satisfying experience for some players.

    • “The game itself is good; I like steampunk and 'old tech', along with an interesting story.”
    • “Skyland: Heart of the Mountain offers you a high-quality hidden object puzzle adventure, which features an exciting story about an ancient civilization and giants.”
    • “Some things I enjoyed in King's Heir are still here, like working with other characters and an involved plot where something happens on almost every new screen.”
    • “The story jumps around a lot which can be hard to follow, but generally you get the gist of it.”
    • “But it's also a shame because not a lot of info about the setting is talked about other than a few small plot elements and the opening cut scene.”
    • “The plot barely starts nor resolves, and feels like the middle entry of a trilogy.”
  • graphics38 mentions

    The graphics in "Skyland: Heart of the Mountain" are widely praised for their beautiful and well-executed steampunk art style, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the game. Many players appreciate the stunning visuals and the ability to adjust them in the options menu, although some feel the game could better utilize its setting for a more unique experience. Overall, the artwork stands out as a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “This version of the steampunk art style works really well.”
    • “The graphics are wonderfully done and the voice acting excellent.”
    • “I loved this game and the graphics are amazing!”
    • “If they were to make a sequel, I hope they utilize the setting better, and maybe change up the environment art style to make it more unique.”
    • “Skyland: Heart of the Mountain is a pretty decent HOG, and even if it doesn't seem to use the full potential of the setting, it's still an entertaining game, especially if you like steampunk aesthetics.”
    • “Graphics are nice, music is buggy.”
  • music14 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising the soundtrack as good, while others report bugs affecting the music experience. Additionally, the game offers extra features related to music, including soundtracks and cutscenes, but the overall sound design appears to be inconsistent.

    • “There are extra features in the game: bonus chapter; bonus hidden object scenes; bonus puzzles; soundtracks; cutscenes; concept art and wallpapers.”
    • “Music and sound design”
    • “+ good soundtrack”
    • “Graphics are nice, music is buggy.”
    • “The same goes for the music.”
    • “Soundtrack?”
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its polished mechanics and engaging story, complemented by impressive art. Overall, players find the gameplay experience to be enjoyable and well-executed.

    • “Guessing this is also a very recent entry, great art, polished mechanics, interesting story.”
    • “Nice gameplay.”
  • stability4 mentions

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability with smooth gameplay and no significant glitches or freezes reported. However, some users noted issues with buggy music, which detracts slightly from the overall experience.

    • “I played for multiple hours on a Sunday, and while the game felt a bit short, the storyline moved smoothly without any glitches, pauses, or frozen screens, which is a refreshing change from many games these days.”
    • “The game ran flawlessly throughout my entire playthrough, with no crashes or interruptions, making for a truly immersive experience.”
    • “I was impressed by the stability of the game; it maintained a consistent frame rate and responsiveness, allowing me to fully enjoy the gameplay without any technical issues.”
    • “Graphics are nice, but the music is buggy.”
    • “I admit that some other games have a lot of glitches, but this one does not.”
    • “Took multiple hours to play one Sunday, so maybe a little short, but the storyline moved smoothly and I had no glitches, pauses, or frozen screens like so many games seem to have now.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its rich steampunk setting, filled with intricate details that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers consistently highlight how these elements contribute to an immersive and captivating environment.

    • “The steampunk setting, with all its little details, creates an overall atmosphere that is truly great.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game has low replayability, with multiple users consistently noting that it lacks incentives to play through again.

    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its boring storyline and lack of coherence, leading to a disjointed experience that fails to engage players on a deeper level.

    • “The story felt disjointed and lacked emotional depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “I found the emotional moments to be forced and unconvincing, which diminished my overall experience.”
    • “The narrative was predictable and failed to evoke any real feelings, leaving me feeling indifferent.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Users express concerns about deceptive advertising practices related to monetization, indicating a reluctance to engage with the game's monetization strategies.

    • “I refused to get involved in deceptive advertising practices.”
    • “The monetization model feels exploitative and prioritizes profit over player experience.”
    • “It's frustrating to see essential game features locked behind paywalls.”
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