Most sandbox builders end up pushing you toward something. Bigger builds, better layouts, more efficiency... But High Above lets all of that go. You’re not here to optimise, you’re here to place one light, then another, and watch something quiet take shape.

You build rooftop spaces "floating" in the sky, choosing from European, Japanese, modern, and futuristic settings. There’s no pressure in the sandbox. You place objects, adjust lighting, and slowly bring your space together. Somewhere along the way, time disappears.

There is a light structure here, though. Each setting includes small challenges where characters ask for specific rooftop designs within a set budget. Sometimes you’re balancing more than one request at once, trying to make something that works for everyone. It reminded me a little of SimCity, just on a much smaller, more personal scale.

The atmosphere does a lot of the heavy lifting - there's soft music that never cuts out, the option to bring in rain, and a gorgeous sky that shifts through warm colours as your build slowly comes to life. It’s easy to sit and play for hours without noticing.

For the right player, this is a space you’ll keep returning to.

8.2/10

Full review here: High Above Review – Building Peace, One Rooftop at a Time[www.screenhype.co.uk]

This game is so Cozy! So many details you could add to the buildings, having fun with the cyberpunk theme even though its experimental still!

100% recommend this to anyone that is looking to vibe and build

I already tried the High Above demo, but the full game is a really nice, relaxing experience. The buildings are highly customizable.. you can adjust their height and width, add antennas and AC units on rooftops, and even place AC units on walls.

I’ve played many sandbox games, from Cities: Skylines to Cloud Gardens, and I’ve got to say this is good 😆👍