Star Sky
- October 23, 2015
- Mårten Jonsson
"Star Sky" is a serene exploration game with minimalistic black and white graphics. Players journey through the night sky, discovering stars and constellations while unlocking various events by choosing different actions. The game encourages players to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, making it a unique and introspective experience.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful artwork and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a calming experience.
- It offers multiple endings and events that encourage exploration and patience, providing a unique gameplay experience.
- The soothing music and ambient sounds enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable for players looking to unwind.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic, as players can only move in one direction and must replay the game multiple times to unlock all events.
- Many players find the game too short and lacking in content, leading to a perception that it is not worth its price.
- The lack of clear objectives and the need for trial and error can frustrate players, making it feel more like an interactive art piece than a traditional game.
- music24 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall charming atmosphere and visual experience. While many players appreciate the beautiful soundtrack, some note that it can become monotonous over time and is often tied to specific in-game events, leading to moments where it feels sparse. Overall, the combination of music and graphics creates a pleasant and immersive environment, making it a key aspect of the gameplay experience.
“The music and the sound effects are quite relaxing and the whole game is somewhat charming.”
“I felt calm as I walked through the night thanks to the soothing music.”
“Everything in this game is beautiful from the art design and the music.”
“The music is kind of non-existent in this game because it's triggered by unlocking an event that coincides with the achievements.”
“There isn't really much of a soundtrack either.”
“Sometimes I don't hear the event music in time and don't manage to stand in the exact right place.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful artwork and atmospheric design that enhance the overall experience, while others criticize them as simplistic or cheap. Many highlight the combination of graphics and music as a key factor in creating an immersive and soothing environment, making the game enjoyable despite its brevity. Overall, the visuals are appreciated for their aesthetic appeal, though opinions vary on their depth and complexity.
“The atmosphere is on point and I really enjoyed its graphics, animation, and loosely woven story.”
“Graphics and music alone make it worthwhile; both are exquisite!”
“The game is full of beautiful artwork and provides an immersive atmospheric listening experience.”
“Graphics look cheap.”
“I could defend the value of the game if the graphics were more than 'stylish' silhouettes with backgrounds that would've taken a couple hours tops to make in Photoshop.”
“The graphics were pretty and the music and overall vibe was soothing.”
- story17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as minimal and often confusing, with players noting a lack of overt narrative despite the potential for deeper themes. While some appreciate the atmospheric graphics and the opportunity to uncover story elements through exploration, many feel that the storytelling is either too vague or not engaging enough to hold their interest. Overall, the experience is seen as more about the ambiance than a cohesive storyline.
“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.”
“50% love story, 50% night sky.”
“Storyline: a gentleman takes a stroll on a moonlit night making choices along the way.”
“I personally didn't find this to be as much of a story or experience as I was expecting.”
“The lack of story, confusing and often rage-inducing gameplay, and really beautifully done art does not go together at all.”
“While there isn't much overt story, it'll keep me occupied wondering what the heck is going on for a while.”
- atmosphere17 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 12 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its beauty and immersion, featuring stunning artwork, soothing soundscapes, and a relaxing, magical quality that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the chill nature of the game, which allows for exploration and interpretation within a richly crafted environment that evokes nostalgia and tranquility. The combination of atmospheric visuals and engaging audio creates a captivating backdrop that encourages replayability and provides a perfect escape from stress.
“The atmosphere is on point and I really enjoyed its graphics, animation, and loosely woven story.”
“The game is full of beautiful artwork and provides an immersive atmospheric listening experience.”
“The atmosphere is soothing and there is true beauty in the artwork and the sounds of nature that make this game not only worth playing, but replaying when you are stressed.”
“You can't die, lose or such, you just have to walk and take decisions that will change the destiny of yourself and of the whole atmosphere around you, from rainy and starry skies to rainbows.”
“Love the effort of secret spots and in the atmosphere.”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for being boring and overly simplistic, with some users noting that it can become tedious quickly, especially due to its short length. Additionally, the lack of a compelling story and confusing mechanics detracts from the overall experience, despite the game's appealing art style.
“The game mechanics work like this, but bear in mind that you can't go back, so you have to pay attention to everything in the background.”
“Is it worth having because of the gameplay?”
“Boring gameplay.”
“Very short, but if it was longer it would probably get boring because of the simple gameplay.”
“Simple gameplay.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be significantly enhanced by its graphics and ambient sounds, creating a relaxing and touching experience. Many describe it as heartwarming and recommend it for its overall emotional impact.
“The audio and graphics create an emotional experience, with the sounds of the night being fundamental to enjoying the game as a whole.”
“It's very relaxing and touching; I would obviously recommend this game to everyone.”
“I thought it was nice, sort of heartwarming, and really a treat to play.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its short length and limited replayability, as it primarily follows a single pathway and can be completed quickly, especially with guides. Many players feel that once the content is experienced, there is little incentive to replay, making it more suitable for background music rather than repeated gameplay.
“It's true what other reviewers noted: the game itself is quite short, and if you refer to guides, it can be even shorter. Since it takes place on the very same pathway, it doesn't offer much replayability.”
“Short game with low replay value - rather just leave it running for the background music.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive at times, suggesting that it can detract from the overall experience.
“The game can feel a bit grindy at times.”
“Grinding becomes tedious and takes away from the overall enjoyment.”
“I found myself spending too much time grinding for resources instead of enjoying the story.”