THE SKIES
- November 12, 2020
- Skies Technologies
The Skies Reborn is a post-apocalyptic MMORPG in which you follow your own path or join other players to conquer the wasteland. In this innovative sandbox you create your own adventure in a player driven economy. Your actions will result in the development of both the world and your character. The story of the game is set at the beginning of the 21st century, when solar activity has increased …
Reviews
- The game has potential and offers a robust crafting system that can be enjoyable for players who appreciate adventure and item collection.
- Some players find the game entertaining despite its bugs, with moments of humor and fun gameplay.
- It's free to play, which allows players to try it without financial commitment.
- The game is plagued by severe bugs and stability issues, making it unplayable for many users who experience crashes and loading problems.
- Graphics and overall design quality are criticized as being low, with many assets appearing outdated or poorly implemented.
- The community is described as toxic, with language barriers and negative interactions reported, particularly among non-Russian players.
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is criticized for its lack of depth and engaging delivery, with players noting that the quest design feels shallow and unpolished. While there are humorous moments and a robust crafting system, the overall narrative experience is marred by poor NPC animations and technical issues, leading to a disjointed and uninteresting storytelling experience.
“The robust crafting system and funny moments in quests add good flavor.”
“In the first 10 minutes of gameplay, I was told that 'the Russians' undressed me when I was unconscious and that one of the NPCs pretends sticks covered in poop are candy.”
“The quest NPCs are not animated and only respond by turning around and yelling one standard phrase, even the NPCs for the main quests.”
“Boxes flying through walls or cars, and you can loot and talk to the quest NPCs through all the walls.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are highly inconsistent, ranging from low-quality, crude models to some visually appealing elements. Many users report issues with glitches and loading problems, which detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphical quality is seen as a significant drawback, with complaints about poor execution and technical issues.
“Graphics-wise, it looks pretty.”
“The graphics are a mix of styles, ranging from low-poly designs to more detailed models that show a lot of effort.”
“Graphics seem to be all over the place, ranging from some really crude low-poly models to others that look like they had some effort put into them.”
“Graphics are either really bad, or due to latency, they just haven't loaded in yet.”
“Graphics are terrible; the menu starts off in Russian, you can get stuck forever in the room you spawn in, and it's just awfully glitchy.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its poor combat mechanics, overshadowing the ambitious content and narrative elements. Players feel that the initial experience is marred by unengaging mechanics, leading to an overall negative impression of the gameplay.
“The day that developers realize that the feel of the combat in a game is the most important factor in the game's success will be the day that games stop this cycle of delivering poor gameplay with an ambitious amount of content behind it.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and frame rate problems, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the AI performance is noted as lacking, further contributing to the game's instability.
“This game is simply buggy and not stable.”
“Definitely needs some work; the AI isn't very smart, it's a bit buggy, and there are some FPS issues.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of post-apocalyptic atmosphere and trashy elements, with players noting that the robust crafting system and amusing quest moments contribute positively to the overall experience.
“The robust crafting system and funny moments in quests add good flavor.”
“By atmosphere - post-apocalyptic, sometimes funny, trashy.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a post-apocalyptic setting that blends humor with a trashy aesthetic, creating a unique and engaging experience for players.
“The atmosphere is a captivating blend of post-apocalyptic elements, infused with moments of humor and a touch of trashiness.”
“The game's atmosphere immerses you in a unique world that balances dark themes with lighthearted moments.”
“The environment is rich and engaging, creating a post-apocalyptic setting that feels both humorous and gritty.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a cash grab, reflecting a low-budget Eastern European game quality that prioritizes profit over player experience.
“This game feels like a typical low-budget cash grab, reminiscent of many Eastern European titles.”
“The monetization strategy is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“It seems like the developers prioritized profit over player enjoyment, making it hard to recommend.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 200 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with players reporting poor performance even on high-end hardware, such as achieving only 45fps on an 8700k/2080ti setup. Additionally, the combat mechanics and story delivery have been described as uninspiring, further detracting from the overall experience.
“Optimization is terrible; I'm using an 8700k and a 2080ti, and I'm getting at best 45fps.”
“Combat is very lackluster, and the story delivery is not interesting at all.”