The Last Sky

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The Last Sky is a single player action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Little Guy Games and was released on February 28, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

The Last Sky is a narrative puzzle adventure about life, loss, and love. Through its meditative, dreamlike atmosphere you are invited to embark on a journey into Jake's mind, contemplating the opposites of life & death, fear & love, and loss & hope. A visual odyssey about the beauty and sorrow of life, explore Jake's past, present, and future, as you progress through the mysterious multi-branchin…

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

story8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The Last Sky features a charming and emotional story centered around Jake, an old war veteran, exploring themes of PTSD and personal growth.
The game boasts beautiful graphics and a captivating atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
It offers a unique blend of gameplay mechanics, combining point-and-click exploration with platforming elements, making it an interesting and diverse experience.

The game suffers from a lack of clarity in its gameplay direction, with some players feeling it doesn't know what it wants to be, leading to an inconsistent experience.
Puzzles are generally easy and may not provide enough challenge for players looking for a more engaging gameplay experience.
Technical issues, such as bugs affecting achievements and dialogue interactions, detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The story of "The Last Sky" is described as charming and mystical, focusing on the protagonist Jake's quest for understanding, intertwined with themes of PTSD, karma, and philosophical reflections on life stages. While some players appreciate the emotional depth and multiple endings, others feel the narrative lacks sufficient backstory and gravitas, with certain plot elements appearing as mere gameplay devices. Overall, it is recognized as a story-driven experience that captivates those who prioritize narrative in gaming.
- “The last sky is really a charming mystical story.”
- “However, the core of the experience is a slightly emotional story of an old war veteran.”
- “The story is very philosophical: karma, omens, loss, memories of childhood, adulthood and old age, and there are 2 endings.”
- “The narrative lacked the proper gravitas for the ending for me, as we barely got to explore the backstory of our protagonist or motivations.”
- “Some story elements feel like unexplained plot devices that are just there to facilitate the gameplay, but don't have in-universe explanations.”
- “To be honest, the mood of the game changed for me and I lost the emotional impact of the PTSD story as I dodged fireballs.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a slightly emotional narrative centered around an old war veteran, which resonates with players seeking comfort during tough times. However, some users felt a disconnect between the emotional depth of the story and the gameplay mechanics, which detracted from the overall impact of the narrative. Despite this, the game is described as atmospheric and wholesome, appealing to those looking for an emotional experience.
- “However, the core of the experience is a slightly emotional story of an old war veteran.”
- “Why I am recommending this game is because if you are feeling emotionally down, I recommend this game.”
- “Atmospheric and wholesome experience.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics in the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising the beautiful art style and impressive visual upgrades that enhance the overall atmosphere. While the presentation is strong, some players noted that the lack of full voice acting and subtitles detracts from the experience. Overall, the combination of graphics and audio contributes significantly to the game's immersive quality.
- “I've always loved the atmosphere and the art style, but I'm really enjoying the new graphics upgrade.”
- “The game looks very nice; I like the graphics, and the sounds and music add to the game's atmosphere.”
- “Casual puzzle + good story + beautiful graphics = a story-driven puzzle with some platforming.”
- “The visuals were there, but the plot was lacking.”
- “I hope the more I play, the more the storyline and details accumulate to the delicacy level that the art style and music are at.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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60%
The gameplay features a diverse range of mechanics for an indie title of its short duration, incorporating simple puzzles and platforming elements, though these are not the main focus. However, some story elements feel like unaddressed plot devices that serve primarily to facilitate gameplay rather than enhance the narrative. Overall, the art and music complement the experience well.
- “The art and music are very well done, and the game mechanics are quite simple.”
- “Some story elements feel like unexplained plot devices that are just there to facilitate the gameplay, but don't have in-universe explanations.”
- “You rarely see such diversity of gameplay mechanics in an indie game that lasts for no more than 2 hours.”
- “Little puzzles and platforming here and there, but not the main mechanic of this game.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
Overall, the music in the game is praised for enhancing the atmosphere and complementing the art style, contributing positively to the experience. However, some users noted that the music is excessively loud compared to other audio elements, indicating a need for separate volume controls. Despite this issue, the music is generally well-received and considered a strong aspect of the game.
- “Good story, great atmosphere, good music, mild difficulty in puzzles with a change up in the play style to a platform style challenge mixed in that was only mildly annoying since I don't like those types of things, but wow this is well worth your money even if it is a short game.”
- “The art and music are very well done and game mechanics are quite simple.”
- “The game looks very nice, I like the graphics and the sounds, and music add to the game's atmosphere.”
- “A single volume setting, resolutions, v-sync, display quality, fps cap and a list of non-rebindable controls are available both in the main menu and while playing, but the music is way too loud compared to everything else; separate volume settings would be necessary.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, characterized by a compelling story, impressive graphics, and an engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the art style and the recent graphics upgrade, contributing to a wholesome and immersive environment, despite some mild frustrations with gameplay mechanics. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature that adds significant value to the game.
- “I've always loved the atmosphere and the art style, but I'm really enjoying the new graphics upgrade.”
- “The game looks very nice; I like the graphics, and the sounds and music add to the game's atmosphere.”
- “Atmospheric and wholesome experience.”