Cricket: Jae's Really Peculiar Game

60%
Game Brain Score Based on 15 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • humor
Cricket: Jae's Really Peculiar Game Game Cover
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 humorous and touching JRPG with hand-drawn animation from Studio Kumiho. After a crushing defeat, Jae embarks on a journey to Yimmelia, a mythical moonland, to undo the past. The game features dynamic exploration, unique interactions with characters, and a combat system involving timed hits and special combos with party members. Traverse diverse locations, from forests to concerts, as you attempt to fix the past.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

60%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
story5 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a deep and engaging story with lovable characters, blending humor, seriousness, and emotional depth effectively.
  • The combat system is fun and intuitive, incorporating timed attacks and team combos that add strategy and excitement to battles.
  • The art style and character designs are charming and memorable, contributing to the overall enjoyable experience of the game.
  • The game suffers from technical issues such as screen tearing, graphical glitches, and a lack of thorough bug testing, which can detract from the experience.
  • The save system is inadequate, with save points being too far apart, making it frustrating for players who prefer to save frequently.
  • Some players feel the game is too easy and lacks depth in exploration, with repetitive enemy encounters and a rushed feeling in certain areas.
  • story19 mentions

    The game's story is praised for its depth and relatability, effectively addressing themes of friendship, hope, and personal growth through a diverse cast of characters. While some players found the pacing occasionally rushed and desired more lore and side quests, the overall narrative is considered captivating and emotionally resonant, making it a standout aspect of the game. Despite its appeal to a younger audience, the storytelling is noted for its surprising depth and heartfelt moments.

    • “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.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay is simple yet engaging, featuring lovable characters and humorous dialogue that balance various moods. It incorporates classic turn-based mechanics enhanced by timed attacks and a special power bar, 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, complemented by charming writing and catchy music.

    • “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.”
    • “Clearly a labor of much love and passion, the game has amazing and engaging writing, fun and nostalgic gameplay, and boppin' music.”
    • “Gameplay opens up a bit more once you have a full party and can do more combination attacks to get through battles quicker.”
    • “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.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, characterized by hilarious dialogue and lovable characters that create a blend of funny, serious, and emotional moments. Players appreciate the engaging gameplay and find the experience to be a delightful rollercoaster of emotions, with comedic elements enhancing the overall enjoyment.

    • “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.”
    • “Dont get me wrong though, this is an absolute hilarious rollercoaster of emotions so far.”
    • “A funny and pretty chill JRPG with a nice story to it and fun combat.”
  • emotional5 mentions

    The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring a heartfelt story that resonates with themes of loss and belonging, making it appealing to both children and adults. Players appreciate the balance of humor and poignant moments, highlighting its ability to evoke laughter and tears throughout the adventure.

    • “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.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, described as engaging and enjoyable, with a strong sense of passion behind its creation. Reviewers highlight it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's nostalgic and fun atmosphere.

    • “Clearly a labor of much love and passion, the game has amazing and engaging writing, fun and nostalgic gameplay, and boppin' music.”
    • “+music is serious fire”
    • “Music and art are pretty good.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development in the game is praised for its strong writing and memorable designs, creating relatable characters that resonate with players. However, some criticism is directed at specific characters, such as Acacia, who feels underdeveloped. Overall, the game sets a high standard for character creation in the industry.

    • “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.”
    • “Really good character designs and writing.”
    • “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 character arcs, but they often fall flat and lack meaningful growth.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics of the game are marred by numerous glitches and unresponsive interactive elements, suggesting a lack of thorough bug testing. Overall, the visual presentation feels underdeveloped and inconsistent.

    • “The artwork is stunning and truly brings the game to life.”
    • “The graphics are beautifully designed, creating an immersive experience.”
    • “The artwork and sharkwork are disappointing.”
    • “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.”
  • stability2 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.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating due to excessively high enemy spawn rates, which can make navigating backtracking areas and narrow corridors tedious and unenjoyable.

    • “The enemy spawn rate is insane, making areas with backtracking or narrow corridors really tedious to navigate.”
    • “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding quickly becomes exhausting, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
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