Cloud Chasers - Journey of Hope

At $4 this is a good game. Perma death rogue lite, FTL-lite, prequel to the excellent Airheart. However, it has very little action (passive glider flying avoiding bad buys and their bullets) to collect water aka cash. I completed it in 4 hours and don't really feel compelled to play again soon. There are items that are worthless except for fufilling dialogue options. There are a few basic upgrades for your glider that make the water collection mini game much easier to almost trivial when the gilder is fully upgraded. Overall, it's not nearly as good as a game as Airheart the twin stick shooter. It was still fun if a bit shallow.

Cloud Chasers was an interesting little survival title in the vein of games like Flame in the Flood, where it's more of a linear experience despite the necessity of crafting and collecting stuff, exploration, etc.. It is also a kind of charming game in a way. [h1]Story[/h1] Basically, there are two worlds in this game, the one on the ground, comprised on the non elite, and one in the skies, comprised of the elite. On the ground, the world is water starved and perpetual desert, with clouds providing the primary means of collecting water, using specialized gliders to fly through clouds, gathering water as they go. As you might imagine, the elite prefer to hold on to this resource jealously, resulting in people needing to be fast and opportunistic to collect water for themselves. Water is thus also the world's accepted currency, with bartering being resolved in liters of water. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1885995464 You play as a father and daughter, trying to find their way off the desert surface and to the world of opportunity and water above. Basically. [h1]Gameplay[/h1] Gameplay is consistent with other games of the genre: resource gathering, exploration, and quite a bit of dialogue fueled decisions. There isn't really combat outside of avoiding enemies while in your flyer. Everything else is resolved via the aforementioned dialogue choices. You will be able to trade nostalgic or otherwise generally useless items for practical things like flyer upgrades, backpacks to hold more, various medications, and general one use, encounter specific items such as guns, axes, liquor, etc... https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1885995521 Other than that, you are really just wandering from desert town to desert town on your way to try and sneak into the world above. You will have to manage your water a lot, since it is both literally and figuratively your lifeblood in the game. It is also a roguelike inasmuch as a death results in a game over. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1885995505 Speaking of game over, whether you die or make it to the end, all your choices will be presented to you in the end. This has more in common with Curious Expedition than, say, a Telltale game. [h1]Graphics[/h1] The graphics are fairly minimalist overall. They look nice, but the same features will repeat and there isn't really a lot in the way of assets being used overall. However, the cutscenes (presented as full page images with dialogue subtitles) were nicely done and each presented something fun. Still, there wasn't really much of that overall, but what is there is nice. [h1]Audio[/h1] As I reflect on the audio a couple days after playing, I am hard pressed to remember anything specific that stood out. It was all nice enough, but nothing that will stick with you. [h1]Verdict[/h1] I wouldn't call this a great game by any stretch of the imagination, but it was fun and has a weird sort of charming quality to it. I didn't find it to be very difficult on normal, so easy has to be legit easy if I was to guess and hard probably isn't that bad either. I am hard pressed to see how people spent twenty+ hours in a game that basically took me two hour to complete with seven deaths. I'm thinking an achievement hunter would conclude their time in around six to eight hours, tops. That said, it was a quality two hours and I think the price is fair to the experience. The game doesn't really have any issues that I can think of, the pacing was nice, the story was decent, and it was an overall good game. [b]Recommended at the asking price.[/b] [code]If you found this review helpful and would be interested in supporting my Curator group, it would be appreciated. Cheers. https://store.steampowered.com/curator/32549618/[/code]

Cloud Chasers – Journey of Hope is a neat idea, and contains some very clever parts. Unfortunately in the process of putting them together something has come unstuck, and the entire experience isn’t being delivered. There is still a lot to engage with, but it will take players with a bit of fortitude to stick it out until the end. Full review: http://pixelpopnetwork.com.au/2018/11/cloud-chasers-journey-of-hope/

The short of it: A polished Oregon Trail-style adventure with a story about parenthood and survival that will tug at your heart if you're willing to read all the text. Cloud Chasers follows Francisco and Amelia as they leave home, crossing the desert to reach The Spire, which will send them to some unseen sky city. Along the way they harvest clouds, eat cacti, and scavenge what they can. The game is visually solid; nothing fancy, but it's the right detail to get its point across and keep things clear. I did have a bit of "what's that do?" with the UI here and there, mostly in the cities. Easy to figure out, but symbols aren't all immediately obvious. Sound and music are good but don't seriously stand out, and if there are multiple harvesters on the screen the game gets LOUD. The cloud harvesting is the only "action" bit to the whole game, flying around as you dodge machines and bullets, and once you get the hang of the controls it plays well. Upgrading your glider has a very clear effect, to where a fully upgraded one is a bit tough to handle. Everything else is done through text and simple taps. The design is basically mobile-first, which leads to a slight recommendation of "buy it there, not here". The PC platform doesn't seem to add too much, and with runs topping out around the 45-60 minute range, it's a mobile-sized session as well. The story is really what the game's about. It's told through little interactions between Francisco and Amelia as they cross the desert, as well as their interactions with others. When you finish a run, either by death or success, you get a considerable text dump. It's a little overwhelming. The setting is clearly an analog/metaphor/whatever you'd call it for immigrants crossing into the US, and the storytelling makes for probably the most sympathetic look at that struggle I've seen in games. You'll quickly encounter repeat events, and a lot of your success is a bit arbitrary in an annoying roguelike way. But it's clear there are several endings, plus a lot of small story-building interactions to be found. Come into it for clever action or a wide breadth of content and you may be disappointed; come in for a strong story and you'll be pleased. (Copy received via keymailer for streaming purposes. More indie game impressions on Twitch at /radiohupfen.)

Cloud Chasers est un petit jeu Indé assez sympa : On repère les lieux avec un oiseau qui dévoile temporairement la carte. Ensuite on avance ds le desert, tt d'aborde en utilisant le mode " avance rapide ", Puis ensuite la barre d'état de " ressource en eau " s"amenuisant, vous passez a la marche, a la recherche d'un nuage a moissonner, ou d"un lieu a visiter ; ceci n'étant d'une boite de dialogue a choix multiple afin d'obtenir qq objet nécessaire a votre survie Les points positifs UpGrader son avion est un plaisir, idem pr faire les bon choix de dialogue, ou encore atteindre a prochaine ville avec un maximum d'eau a echanger, une fois la ville étape atteinte Les points négatifs Le jeux a parfois une traduction approximative en francais, Lors du mini jeu de vol (pr amasser de l'eau) on ne sait jamais qd l'aspirateur de nuage va se mettre en marche et risquer de ns tuer, C'esy un jeu original et relaxant, un story telling combiner a un Roghe like. A ce prix il faut essayuer

Cloud Chasers - Journey of Hope is a great rogue like adventure game with RPG elements. You are travelling from town to town with your daughter trying to reach your destination. Water is your Achilles heel and you need to try and get it whenever you can. The main method is cloud harvesting with your glider that you upgrade whenever possible. Along the way you encounter various events and each leg is punctuated by a visit to a different city where you can heal and trade. If one of you dies it's all over! It really is a great game and it's been made to quite a high standard. Graphics, gameplay, and story are all terrific which bring us to the next point, the price. It's only $5! There is no excuse to miss this title. Take a look at my video to see for yourself... https://youtu.be/quvNV545IHY Thanks for watching, please like, subscribe and comment.

看脸游戏，升了零件才能收集水，不然水都不够修。平时可以采采仙人掌，龙舌兰水最多。电脑端感觉比之前的手机端难多了，手机端记得没那么快有小飞机和炮塔啊。

如果这个游戏有多点资金肯定会非常吸引人，我喜欢这个游戏的风格和模式，在充满随机事件沙漠，用水购物的城市，最终到达的光塔上显然有更多的发挥空间。就是原声音轨找不到。

Cloud Chasers: Journey of Hope is a distinctive survival adventure developed and published by Blindflug Studios that combines resource management, storytelling, and social commentary into a surprisingly emotional experience. Set in a world where life above the clouds represents safety and opportunity, the game follows Francisco and his daughter Amelia as they travel across vast deserts in pursuit of a better future. While the premise appears simple on the surface, the journey quickly becomes a compelling tale about endurance, sacrifice, and the challenges faced by those searching for hope in an unforgiving world. The game's core gameplay revolves around survival. Players must carefully manage water, food, equipment, and money while moving from one settlement to another. Water serves as the most critical resource, and obtaining it is where the game introduces one of its most memorable mechanics. Francisco pilots a glider into the skies to collect water droplets while avoiding hazards and hostile drones. These sequences add a layer of action and skill to the experience, preventing the game from becoming purely a management simulator. Every successful collection run feels meaningful because the gathered resources directly affect the family's chances of reaching the next destination. What makes Cloud Chasers particularly engaging is the constant stream of choices presented during the journey. Randomly generated encounters introduce merchants, travelers, thieves, guards, and desperate individuals, each bringing unique situations that test the player's priorities. Deciding whether to help someone in need, take a risk for additional rewards, or preserve scarce resources often creates genuine tension. These events help establish a living world where survival is not just about numbers and inventory slots but also about navigating difficult ethical decisions. The progression system is another strong aspect of the game. Players can upgrade their glider, purchase new equipment, and improve their ability to survive the increasingly dangerous deserts. Managing gear durability adds another layer of strategy, forcing players to think carefully about what to carry and when to invest in repairs or replacements. Although the mechanics are relatively straightforward compared to larger survival games, they are balanced well enough to keep players invested throughout multiple journeys. Visually, the game stands out through its colorful and stylized presentation. Rather than portraying the deserts as bleak and lifeless, the art direction fills the world with vibrant landscapes, imaginative creatures, and memorable settlements. This artistic approach creates an atmosphere that remains hopeful even when the narrative explores serious themes. Character animations are simple yet expressive, allowing Francisco and Amelia's relationship to remain at the emotional center of the adventure. Perhaps the most impressive aspect of Cloud Chasers is how it handles its themes. The story of migration and the search for a better life is woven naturally into the gameplay rather than being treated as a background narrative. Every obstacle, resource shortage, and difficult choice reinforces the struggles faced by the protagonists. The game avoids heavy-handed messaging and instead allows players to experience these challenges firsthand through its mechanics. This gives the adventure an emotional resonance that lingers long after the journey is complete. The game does have a few limitations. Some encounters can begin to repeat during extended play sessions, and the procedural nature of the adventure occasionally leads to uneven pacing. The gliding sections, while enjoyable, are relatively simple and may not provide enough variety for players seeking deeper action gameplay. Additionally, the overall scope is modest compared to larger survival titles, which may leave some players wishing for more content and expanded systems. Despite these shortcomings, Cloud Chasers: Journey of Hope succeeds because of its strong identity and meaningful design. It offers an effective blend of survival mechanics, exploration, and narrative storytelling while delivering a thoughtful look at perseverance and hope. The father-daughter relationship provides a strong emotional anchor, and the balance between strategy and storytelling keeps the experience engaging from beginning to end. For players who appreciate indie games that combine gameplay with meaningful themes, Cloud Chasers remains a memorable and worthwhile adventure. Rating: 6/10