Lost Skies

About Lost Skies

Lost Skies is a co-op adventure game from Bossa Studios, released in September 2025. Set in a shattered world overrun by storms and ancient ruins, it blends crafting, exploration, and survival. Players build skyships, gather resources, and battle colossal creatures while uncovering why civilization collapsed. Single-player or two-player co-op options let you tackle the open world alone or with a friend. The game’s mix of base-building and aerial combat feels fresh, with vibrant visuals and a focus on teamwork. If you like crafting systems and shared challenges, this one checks boxes.

Gameplay

You spend time flying a custom skyship, scavenging materials, and repairing your base between storm cycles. Missions involve retrieving parts, defending against creature attacks, and solving environmental puzzles. Combat requires quick reflexes as you dodge attacks and target weak points. Multiplayer adds synergy, like one player fending off enemies while the other upgrades defenses. The flight mechanics are responsive but demand practice to navigate turbulence. Sessions typically mix short missions and long-term base upgrades, with the most intense fights against boss-sized threats that force strategic coordination.

What Players Think

PlayPile community ratings: 87% approval, 7.2 hours average playtime, 63% finish the main story. 84% of players hit 50% achievements. Moods: 43% “addictive,” 37% “relaxing,” 20% “frustrating.” Steam reviews highlight “skyship customization depth” but note a “steep learning curve for solo play.” 73% of players finish the main story, though only 19% clear 100% of exploration zones. Completionists take 15-20 hours for all achievements, with the final boss requiring multiple retries. Critics praise the “jaw-dropping environments” but call the tutorial “underwhelming.”

PlayPile's Take

Lost Skies is a strong pick for fans of co-op crafting and survival games. Priced at $39.99, it offers solid replayability with multiple endings and skyship builds. The 18-hour average playtime for completionists suggests it’s worth the cost if you value teamwork and base-building. While solo play is doable, the game shines with a friend. If you’ve enjoyed games like Minecraft or Deep Rock Galactic, this one hits similar notes but with a slower pace. Skip if you want fast action, stick around for the satisfying craft-combat loop.

Storyline

Embark on an adventure through the remnants of ancient civilisations. Uncover the mystery of their downfall and employ their advanced technology to aid your journey. Navigate a shattered world ravaged by storms, revel in lands reclaimed by nature, and face the colossal beings still roaming the skies that brought about humanity’s destruction.