Sunless Skies
- August 30, 2017
- Failbetter Games
- 43h median play time
The sharpest writing around, wrapped inside a surprising adventure that’s tough but rarely unfair. Failbetter’s finest hour.
Get on SteamSunless Skies is a top-down, gothic horror role-playing game set in a Victorian-inspired universe. Players captain a locomotive through the celestial wilds, facing off against sky-beasts, rival factions, and the eerie mysteries of the skies. Engage in strategic combat, manage your resources, and make choices that shape your story as you rise to power and confront the gods.
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Audience ScoreBased on 2,040 reviews
story259 positive mentions
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- gameplay546 mentions
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- atmosphere282 mentions
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- graphics244 mentions
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- music178 mentions
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Critic Reviews
84% average critic score
Sunless Skies review
The sharpest writing around, wrapped inside a surprising adventure that’s tough but rarely unfair. Failbetter’s finest hour.
90%Sunless Skies Review - Hello Again, Delicious Friend
Sunless Skies is a fun romp with enough plot variety to keep you entertained. While the writing lacks the sharpness of previous installments, this is a good series introduction for beginners.
70%Sunless Skies - Review
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