SkyTime

About

SkyTime is a 3D platformer game where you, a scientist seeking to rescue your family from a tragic accident, slow time to dodge bullets, destroy turrets, and overcome obstacles. After stealing a reactor core from the evil Mortech company to power your time machine, you must outrun them in a fast-paced chase. The game is inspired by Super Hot and Cluster Truck, combining elements of each.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

50%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game has a great concept and satisfying mechanics, especially for its low price.
It provides a fun and addictive experience, despite some minor bugs and glitches.
The achievements are well-balanced, making the game engaging for completionists.

The game suffers from poor execution, with frustrating controls and repetitive gameplay.
Graphics and voice acting are subpar, contributing to an overall cheap feel.
Many players experienced bugs and glitches that hindered their enjoyment and progress.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The gameplay is characterized by a unique time manipulation mechanic that adds an interesting twist to the platforming experience, though it suffers from slow controls and occasional clipping issues. While some players find the core mechanics enjoyable and challenging, others express frustration with the lack of polish and overall execution. Despite its flaws, many agree that the game offers good value for its price.
- “Really cool game with interesting time motion effects and platformer gameplay mechanics.”
- “Somewhat challenging and I really like the mechanics, but I like all mechanics in games that have to do with time travel, anyways.”
- “It wouldn't be so bad if the controls weren't as slow as the gameplay.”
- “The game mechanic is bad, then the rage quit happens.”
- “A small, simplistic indie game with one nifty mechanic.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and decent, while others describe it as forgettable to the point of being unnoticeable. Overall, it seems to lack a memorable impact, leaving players indifferent to its presence.
- “- Decent soundtrack”
- “The music is so forgettable that I am not even sure that there is any music, and I do not want to check because that means I have to keep playing this game for another minute, and the thought of doing so makes me gag.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “- decent soundtrack”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users appreciate the nice visuals, others find them to be subpar or even awful. Overall, the consensus suggests that the graphics are decent but not exceptional.
- “The aesthetics are stunning.”
- “The graphics are really nice.”
- “The visuals are impressive and immersive.”
- “I do not care about graphics unless they look awful... this game looks awful.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The game's story is criticized for being vague and lacking depth, with players feeling it offers little more than a flimsy excuse for gameplay. While some find a personal moral about perseverance, many express frustration over the disjointed narrative and incomplete mission structures.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The excuse for a story this game gives is literally, 'here have a wrench and a pocket watch, now go figure it out,' and half of the missions can't even be completed as you're supposed to.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, significantly impacting its stability and overall gameplay experience. Players have reported a variety of issues that detract from immersion and enjoyment.
- “It has many bugs and glitches.”
- “So to finish, here is a list of glitches and bugs I experienced while playing this.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is mixed; while the gameplay lacks comedic elements, the voice acting is noted for being unintentionally hilarious due to its poor quality.
- “The voice acting is hilariously bad.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the grinding in the game to be engaging rather than tedious, suggesting that it adds to the overall enjoyment without feeling like a chore.
- “The grinding in this game is surprisingly enjoyable, making it feel less like a chore and more like a rewarding journey.”
- “I appreciate how the grinding mechanics are balanced; they keep me engaged without feeling tedious.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a sense of progression that keeps me coming back for more.”