Underplayed Gems

Isles of Sea and Sky (2024)

Isles of Sea and Sky cover
Developer
Cicada Games
Publisher
Cicada Games, Gamera Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 1,576 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 20 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a laid-back, nonlinear puzzle adventure where you freely explore colorful islands at your own pace, solving block-pushing puzzles and uncovering secrets without pressure.

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What players say

Players praise the clever block-pushing puzzles and cozy presentation, but many hit a wall in the late game where screens demand secret items or finicky movement, and the final island clone mechanic draws strong dislike. Some say the game gets updates with new puzzles.

Screenshots

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