Cricket: Jae's Really Peculiar Game

Cricket: Jae’s Really Peculiar Game is a JRPG where you assume the role of a group of kids with parent problems, raging hormones, and a yearning for something more. Accompany Jae and his friends during their trip to the moon while learning the complexities of friendship and life.

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Cricket: Jae's Really Peculiar Game is a cute, funny, and heartwarming hand animated JRPG from Studio Kumiho. After a devastating loss, Jae would do anything to fix the past. Blast off with your newfound friends on a journey to the gates of Yimmelia, a fabled land on the moon that’s rumored to grant any wish. You take turns fighting, landing timed inputs, and using the benefits from those attack…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

56%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

story4 positive mentions

character development3 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and engaging writing that blends humor, seriousness, and emotional depth, making it a memorable experience.
Combat is dynamic and rewarding, utilizing a turn-based system with timed attacks that adds strategy and excitement to battles.
The characters are lovable and well-developed, with relatable stories that resonate with players, enhancing the overall narrative experience.

The game suffers from technical issues, including screen tearing, graphical glitches, and a save system that feels inadequate with save points spread too far apart.
Some players find the gameplay too easy and repetitive, with a 'win' button that undermines the challenge of combat.
The game feels rushed in certain areas, lacking side quests and exploration incentives, which can lead to a less engaging experience overall.

story
17 mentions
24 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its heartfelt and relatable themes, focusing on friendship, hope, and personal growth, with well-developed characters that resonate with players. While some found the pacing a bit rushed and desired more lore and side quests, the overall narrative is considered captivating and emotionally impactful, making it a standout aspect of the game. Despite its appeal to a younger audience, the story's depth and honesty have left a lasting impression on many players.
- “The subject of the story may hit very close to home for some, including myself, but it is handled in such a careful and honest way.”
- “Overall, I had a lot of fun with this game and feel richer for having experienced this story.”
- “Highly recommend this game for everyone, the story is complete and one of the best storytelling and writing I have ever seen in a game.”
- “Very easy as an adult to get bored quickly in the story.”
- “Playing the whole game, I felt like there could be more; not the story itself, I think it was paced solidly, although it looked a bit rushed in a few parts.”
- “The maps feel empty and there are not really any side quests or reasons to explore.”
gameplay
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is simple yet engaging, featuring lovable characters and humorous dialogue that balance humor with deeper themes. It incorporates classic turn-based mechanics enhanced by timed attacks and special powers, making battles dynamic and enjoyable, especially when utilizing combination attacks with a full party. Overall, the gameplay is a delightful blend of nostalgia and innovation, supported by strong writing and an engaging story.
- “The gameplay is simple but still engaging; the characters are extremely lovable, the dialogue is hilarious, and the mood has a good blend of humor, seriousness, and sadness.”
- “It takes classic turn-based mechanics and spices them up with timed attacks and a special power bar, so you have to stay sharp with every move.”
- “Clearly a labor of much love and passion, the game has amazing and engaging writing, fun and nostalgic gameplay, and boppin' music.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which makes executing strategies frustrating.”
- “The pacing of the battles is slow, leading to a tedious experience that drags on.”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring a heartfelt story that resonates with themes of loss and belonging, making it both entertaining and poignant. Reviewers highlight the effective writing that elicits a range of emotions, from laughter to tears, while appealing to both children and adults. Overall, it is described as a charming JRPG that successfully combines fun gameplay with significant emotional moments.
- “This is a really fun emotional tear jerker; I loved every minute of it!”
- “+ a fantastic plot with good dialogue, the game is clearly meant for children but the story is surprisingly heart-wrenching, touching on loss and feeling out of place amongst your peers.”
- “I really commend writing that can both make you chuckle and shed a tear in equal measure.”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, characterized by hilarious dialogue and lovable characters that create a delightful blend of funny, serious, and sad moments. Players find themselves on an emotional rollercoaster, with comedic elements enhancing the overall experience, even in repetitive encounters.
- “The gameplay is simple but still engaging, the characters are extremely lovable, the dialogue is hilarious, and the mood has a good blend of humor, seriousness, and sadness.”
- “Funny, sad, and thrilling all at once.”
- “Don't get me wrong though, this is an absolute hilarious rollercoaster of emotions so far.”
graphics
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are criticized for numerous glitches and unresponsive interactive elements, suggesting a lack of thorough bug testing. Overall, the visual presentation appears to be inconsistent and detracts from the gaming experience.
- “The artwork is stunning and truly brings the game to life.”
- “The graphics are beautifully designed, creating an immersive experience.”
- “The artwork feels inconsistent and lacks polish.”
- “The game feels like it wasn't bug tested nearly enough; it has a surprising amount of graphical glitches and areas with interactables that don't work.”
music
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging and nostalgic quality, reflecting a strong sense of passion and effort in its creation. Overall, it complements the enjoyable gameplay and well-crafted writing, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Clearly a labor of much love and passion, the game has amazing and engaging writing, fun and nostalgic gameplay, and boppin' music.”
character development
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's character development for its memorable and relatable designs, emphasizing the importance of creating characters that resonate with players beyond superficial traits. The narrative depth enhances the overall experience, making the characters feel significant and well-crafted.
- “From the first impression, this game stuck with me through its narrative and character design.”
- “Character designs are something any AAA or AAAA game company should take note of. Don't just make a character for the sake of checking boxes; create a character we can remember and relate to, even if we don't share certain qualities.”
- “Character designs are something any AAA or AAAA game company should take note of. Don't just make a character for the sake of trying to check boxes; make a character we can remember and relate to, even if we don't match certain qualities.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from their journeys.”
- “I expected more depth in the characters' backstories, but they all seem one-dimensional and forgettable.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting numerous graphical glitches and non-functional interactables, indicating a lack of thorough bug testing. Overall, the overworld experience is particularly criticized for its bugginess and subpar performance.
- “The game feels like it wasn't bug tested nearly enough; it has a surprising amount of graphical glitches and areas with interactables that don't work.”
- “Most of the concern goes to how buggy and subpar the overworld is.”