Underplayed Gems

Skyward Dream (2024)

Skyward Dream cover
Developer
KEFROST MANUFACTURE
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.9 of 5, 18 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A first-person platformer through surreal dreamscapes that feels introspective and meditative, with precise parkour and exploration of psychological themes.

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What players say

Players praise the dreamlike atmosphere and stylized visuals, but note the parkour is smooth rather than hard. The experience is short at around 1.5 hours, with a slow beginning that picks up later. A minority find the movement slippery or the platforming uninspired.

Screenshots

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