The Silent Sky Part I

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The Silent Sky Part I is a single player action game. It was developed by KAPA and was released on July 28, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"The Silent Sky Part I" is a hand-drawn, point-and-click adventure game following a 12-year-old boy named Siim. After discovering a mysterious portal in the backwoods, Siim embarks on an adventurous journey to unexplored realms, challenging his wits against opponents and questioning the tranquility of the night sky. The game is a prelude to a longer journey that awaits beyond the silent night sky.

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

story6 positive mentions

The game features impressive hand-drawn animations and a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.
The story unfolds at a good pace with intriguing elements, leaving players eager for the next installment.
Despite being a simple point-and-click adventure, the game offers enjoyable puzzles and clever mechanics that are accessible to players of all ages.

The game is very short, feeling more like a demo or chapter rather than a full experience, which may leave players wanting more.
Some game mechanics are poorly explained, leading to confusion about controls and interactions, such as finding the menu and understanding hotspots.
Audio issues, including loud sound effects and inaudible voice acting, detract from the overall enjoyment and immersion of the game.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is engaging and unfolds at a good pace, complemented by intriguing plot elements and well-executed voice acting. While the puzzles are not overly challenging, they enhance the narrative experience, making it appealing even to those who are not typically fans of point-and-click games. Players are left curious about the direction of the story in the anticipated sequel.
- “I am not too much of a 'point and click' type of game fan, but this one has a very interesting storyline.”
- “The story is intriguing, the graphics are unique and easy on the eyes, the animations are smooth, and the overall sound design including the voice acting is really well done.”
- “I wonder where the story will take us next in the upcoming part II... by the way, be aware of a little *spoiler* (there is a secret that unfolds when you let Siim fall asleep, instead of getting up at the beginning).”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a unique and visually appealing art style that stands out, complemented by smooth animations. Reviewers appreciate the graphics for being easy on the eyes and well-integrated with the overall sound design and voice acting.
- “The story is intriguing, the graphics are unique and easy on the eyes, the animations are smooth, and the overall sound design, including the voice acting, is really well done.”
- “It has quite a unique art style that I haven't encountered before and offers a different approach to how the puzzles can be solved.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is generally engaging, but some mechanics are poorly explained, leading to confusion as players may struggle to discover essential actions, such as right-clicking to examine objects or using the 'H' key to highlight hotspots. This lack of clarity can hinder the overall experience.
- “The gameplay offers a rich and immersive experience, allowing players to explore and interact with the environment in meaningful ways.”
- “The mechanics are engaging and encourage players to think critically about their actions and decisions throughout the game.”
- “The controls are intuitive, making it easy for players to dive into the action and enjoy the storyline without feeling overwhelmed.”
- “The only problems I had with the game are that some of the game mechanics are not fully explained to the player, which can leave you stumbling around a bit before figuring out that you can do certain things. For example, you can right-click on objects to examine them and find out crucial information that the main character needs, and you can press 'H' to highlight hotspots.”
- “The only problems I had with the game are that some of the game mechanics are not fully explained to the player, which can leave you stumbling around a bit before figuring out that you can do certain things. For example, you can right-click on objects to examine them and find out crucial information that the main character needs, and you can press 'H' to highlight hotspots.”