Skyworld

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Skyworld is an award-winning RTS/TBS game for VR, where you command an army in magical Skyworlds filled with cores of magic. After a demon invasion, your goal is to reclaim these worlds and defeat the darkness. The game offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, with sensational mechanics and delightful graphics, now including two new playable Skyworlds: Desert and Volcano.

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Reviews

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 136 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features engaging gameplay mechanics that blend turn-based strategy with real-time battles, providing a unique experience.
The graphics and UI are polished and visually appealing, enhancing the overall immersion in the VR environment.
The game is fun to play with friends, offering a mix of strategy and card-based combat that keeps players entertained.

The game suffers from frequent crashing and bugs, particularly in multiplayer mode, making it difficult to complete matches reliably.
Difficulty settings are unbalanced, with the 'Easy' mode feeling more like 'Hard', leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There is a lack of depth in gameplay and content, with repetitive mechanics that may not sustain long-term interest.

gameplay
43 mentions
37 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally described as enjoyable and polished, blending turn-based and real-time strategy elements with card mechanics. However, many users note a lack of depth and variety, leading to repetitive experiences, especially after extended play. While the game is visually appealing and has a clever interface, some players feel it resembles mobile game mechanics and could benefit from more diverse units and strategic options to enhance replayability.
- “The gameplay is enjoyable and not too simple to become boring, yet not too complicated to get confused.”
- “The whole gameplay feels smooth, highly polished and well thought out.”
- “As a fan of tower defense games, I can safely say that Skyworld brings a fresh gameplay experience to the genre.”
- “I'm missing any real depth to the gameplay.”
- “Once you get the hang of it, the whole game becomes more of a rinse and repeat with not a lot of extra gameplay depth.”
- “Don't get me wrong, this is a very well polished game; the attention to detail on the maps, the sounds, the interfaces, the cards, the 'control' system, moving the table and player position in VR etc. is all great - but the game just lacks interesting gameplay.”
graphics
16 mentions
56 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beautiful artwork, vibrant colors, and attention to detail, creating an engaging and charming visual experience. Many reviewers appreciate the interactive elements and well-designed user interface, particularly in a VR context. However, some critics feel that while the graphics are appealing, they do not compensate for gameplay depth, which can feel simplistic or repetitive.
- “Beautiful artwork with a plethora of interactable objects scattered around the game board and the battle map (e.g. picking up barrels and tossing them, slapping around trees).”
- “The art style and colorations make the game very vivid, and I find myself taking it a lot more seriously than I expected to with its cartoony nature.”
- “Graphics are pleasing and the UI is very well explained.”
- “The bad: while the graphics are good, for a non-early access title at $40, you should expect more from the game.”
- “Once you get past the pretty graphics, at the core its mechanics and depth are comparable to that of a mobile game.”
- “The graphics are cute and solid, but the world's interaction is poorly explained.”
story
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's story is considered minimal and somewhat generic, revolving around a quest to save the kingdom and the king from demon enemies, with little background provided on these foes. Players have mixed feelings about the campaign's length and engagement, with some finding it tedious and others enjoying the gameplay despite the lack of a compelling narrative. Overall, the story does not seem to be a strong point, leading to a loss of interest for some players early on.
- “I enjoy the game and expect to get about 7 hours of gameplay... I haven't really had to repeat missions except at the very beginning when I mess up the first 3-4 turns and don't have the correct resources.”
- “I haven't completed the campaign yet so cannot comment on the length of the game but can say that the four or five missions that I have completed took a few hours to complete.”
- “Will likely never bother to finish the game as my interest was lost after the third solo mission.”
- “I can not play any multiplayer games and the story is getting boring really fast!”
- “The story is slim; you are back to save the kingdom, and apparently the king.”
stability
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
-29 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report significant bugs and crashes, others experience only minor glitches that do not detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite being nearly four years old, the game remains buggy for some, yet many users find it stable enough to appreciate its fun and engaging gameplay. Overall, stability issues are present but vary widely among players' experiences.
- “Bug-free so far and incredibly fun.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I've experienced no glitches, making for a seamless gameplay experience.”
- “The game is buggy and crashy like hell.”
- “The game is almost 4 years old and still this buggy.”
- “Buggy and unsupported.”
replayability
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Overall, players appreciate the game's variety of maps and the potential for replayability through different opponents and strategies. However, there are concerns about its long-term replayability, particularly regarding balance issues and the need for improved mechanics to enhance the experience.
- “There are tons of maps and it has great replayability with new people to play against and new strategies.”
- “I worry about long-term replayability.”
- “40 bucks is a lot, and I'm not sure what the replayability of this game is yet.”
- “Hopefully they'll balance the game a lot better in future updates and introduce better mechanics to stop snowballing, but even then it would still be very lacking in any sort of replay value.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable initially, but it can become tedious as the novelty fades, particularly with menu navigation. Despite some bugs and glitches, the overall satisfaction from gameplay, especially in strategy and card mechanics, keeps players engaged and willing to invest in the experience.
- “I enjoyed it, though the menus start to feel tedious once the novelty wears off.”
- “This is one of the first VR games I actually purchased and said wow to myself. I've played shooters and exploration games, but they all become a little tedious over time.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is misleading, as the game is marketed as a real-time strategy (RTS) but primarily functions as a card game, suggesting that the advertising may not accurately represent the gameplay experience.
- “The advertising makes this look like an RTS, but don't let that fool you - it's just a glorified card game.”
- “The monetization system is so aggressive that it feels like the game is designed to squeeze money out of players rather than provide a fun experience.”
- “I feel like I can't progress without spending real money, which ruins the enjoyment of the game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised, with effective voice acting that immerses players in the experience.
- “The atmosphere is great; the voice acting is nicely done and pulls you right in.”
- “The immersive environment really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The sound design and visuals create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game engaging, as the combat mechanics evoke a sense of empowerment and leadership, making them feel like a general during battles.
music
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the music for its quality, noting that it complements the game's graphics well and enhances the overall experience. The intuitive controls further contribute to a seamless interaction with the game's audio-visual elements.
- “The controls are very intuitive and easy; the music and graphics are very nice.”
character development
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character development, particularly highlighting the impressive designs of the demons and their architecture, which contribute to a visually engaging experience.