They Came From The Sky
- May 20, 2019
- FobTi interactive
"They Came From The Sky" is a retro-styled arcade game set in the 1950s, where you control a flying saucer on a mission to 'rescue' humans from Earth. Use the abduction beam to collect humans, scoring points and combos for multiple abductions in quick succession. The right mouse button activates the warp drive for faster movement, but be mindful of the battery charge. This simple and addictive game offers infinite replayability.
Reviews
- Super fun and simple arcade game with addictive gameplay and charming pixel art.
- Great for quick play sessions, making it perfect for coffee breaks or casual gaming.
- Intuitive controls and a unique theme of abducting humans and animals add to the overall enjoyment.
- Gameplay can feel grindy, especially when collecting coins to unlock ships.
- Lacks Steam leaderboards, which diminishes competitive replay value once achievements are completed.
- Some players find it gets old quickly, feeling shallow after a short playtime.
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their vibrant art style and effective use of color, combining modern retro aesthetics with addictive gameplay. The pixel art, reminiscent of retro b-movie visuals, adds a unique charm, particularly with elements like Godzilla in the background enhancing the overall experience.
“I love the art style and colors; the gameplay is addictive!”
“Simple but addictive, featuring well-done modern retro graphics.”
“Very awesome retro B-movie style pixel art graphics, with Godzilla wandering around in the background.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its addictive nature, featuring a simple concept and intuitive controls that make it accessible, while still offering a challenging experience. Players appreciate the engaging art style and vibrant colors that enhance the overall enjoyment.
“I love the art style and colors, and the gameplay is addictive!”
“Simple concept, intuitive controls, challenging gameplay.”
“The gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks depth.”
“Gameplay feels repetitive and doesn't offer much variety.”
“The mechanics are clunky and make the experience frustrating.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is appreciated for its quirky elements, such as amusing references to Godzilla and other humorous facts that add a lighthearted touch to the experience.
“The humor in this game is fantastic!”
“I love the references to Godzilla and the other funny facts sprinkled throughout.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game are highly praised, complementing the retro style and theme effectively. Reviewers appreciate the quality and fitting nature of the audio, enhancing the overall experience.
“The retro style and art are amazing, and the music and sound effects are a fantastic choice for the theme!”
“The music and sound effects are great as well.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat entertaining, but they feel it becomes tedious due to the need to collect coins to purchase all the ships.
“Even though it's entertaining, it feels grindy having to collect coins to buy all the ships.”
“The constant need to grind for resources makes the game feel more like a chore than fun.”
“I enjoy the gameplay, but the excessive grinding for upgrades really dampens the experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a choice between a stark black-and-white aesthetic and a vibrant, nostalgic 1950s vibe, allowing players to immerse themselves in distinct visual experiences.
“The game beautifully captures a fancy 50s atmosphere with its striking black and white color scheme.”
“The atmosphere is reminiscent of a classic 50s aesthetic, enhanced by the elegant use of black and white.”
“I love how the game immerses you in a stylish 50s vibe through its unique color palette.”
“The game only offers two display colors: black and white, which makes the atmosphere feel dull and uninspired.”
“The atmosphere tries to evoke a fancy 50s vibe, but it ultimately falls flat and feels more like a gimmick than an immersive experience.”
“The limited color palette severely detracts from the overall atmosphere, leaving it feeling lifeless and unengaging.”