Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar

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Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar is a single player action game. It was developed by Google Inc. and was released on October 30, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Emmy Award-winning platform, Google Spotlight Stories, presents Son of Jaguar VR. In the most important match of his life, the once mighty masked luchador, Son of Jaguar, faces his legacy, his family, and what it means to be a part of something bigger than himself. Directed by Jorge Gutierrez.

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Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

story19 positive mentions

optimization10 negative mentions

The animation and visuals are stunning, creating an immersive experience that feels like being in the middle of the action.
The story is heartwarming and touching, focusing on family values and determination, making it a memorable short film.
It's a free experience that showcases the potential of VR storytelling, with vibrant colors and engaging characters.

The experience suffers from significant performance issues, including stuttering and loading problems, which detract from immersion.
There is no interactivity or meaningful gameplay, leading some to question its classification as a game rather than an art experience.
The narrative can feel clichéd and corny at times, lacking depth compared to other entries in the Google Spotlight series.

story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a heartwarming and fantastical tale centered around a luchador and his family, blending themes of resilience and underdog triumph, though it leans towards a cliche narrative reminiscent of 80s cartoons. While the animation and visuals are praised for their stunning quality, the plot is often described as weak or bland, with some reviewers noting a lack of emotional depth. Overall, it offers an entertaining experience, particularly for younger audiences, despite some technical execution issues.
- “The animation and visuals are stunning, and the story is really touching, way more than I expected for such a short ride.”
- “Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar tells the story of a luchador who is about to go into the ring and face off against the very opponent that took one of his legs from him.”
- “What makes this experience so special is the amazing animations and visuals you are surrounded by, with an amazing action-packed story to keep you entertained.”
- “The art style is great, the acting too, but the story is not great.”
- “While the sound and art design was solid and fun, with really quite decent voice acting, Son of Jaguar's story was not able to quite reach those expectations.”
- “-story is unfortunately very bland and would be comparable to something you might find in a child's short film (which is ok, just not my style).”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with many users reporting frequent stuttering and loading issues, particularly on non-SSD drives. While some players experienced smoother performance on higher-end systems, the overall consensus indicates that these technical problems detract from the immersive experience, making it difficult to recommend the game without reservations.
- “Other than that, it runs smoothly.”
- “I see people are having performance issues, but it was fine on my i7 7700k with 1080ti.”
- “Edit: If you are having performance issues, install it on an SSD.”
- “Unfortunately, I had to deal with start-up and stuttering problems on my Oculus Rift S.”
- “There's issues with stuttering, overall performance, and the fact that the animations have to load so frequently do take away greatly from the immersion value.”
- “Constant stuttering and loading every few seconds makes it impossible to watch.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the experience are widely praised for their stunning animation and beautiful artwork, reminiscent of "The Book of Life." Users highlight the impressive visuals, particularly in VR, which enhance the emotional impact of the story, despite some critiques regarding the narrative itself. Overall, the art style and visual presentation are considered standout features.
- “The animation and visuals are stunning, and the story is really touching, way more than I expected for such a short ride.”
- “What makes this experience so special is the amazing animations and visuals you are surrounded by, with an amazing action-packed story to keep you entertained.”
- “Very very good VR visuals.”
- “No option to pause, no option to set graphics.”
- “A 10-minute short film, kind of reminiscent of 'The Book of Life' in art style and theming.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The gameplay is criticized for lacking meaningful interactions and structured loops, resembling more of an art exhibition than a traditional game. Additionally, performance issues on mechanical drives can lead to missed events and audio desynchronization, further detracting from the experience.
- “There are no gameplay loops in this rejected art school dropout exhibition, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
- “Pro tip: put this on an SSD. When I had it on a mechanical drive, I experienced fade-outs when it was streaming from the disk, which caused me to miss key events and resulted in audio desync.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the animation is generally well-received, with many finding it funny and entertaining, eliciting genuine laughter. However, some viewers, particularly those with a cultural connection, feel that certain jokes may not resonate as strongly.
- “This is a very funny and entertaining short animation.”
- “Some moments surprised me and others had me laughing out loud.”
- “Made me laugh from the heart.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its stunning visuals and a touching story that emphasizes family values, delivering a heartwarming experience despite being brief. While some players felt it lacked the emotional depth of previous installments, the attempt to evoke strong feelings, particularly at the end, is appreciated, especially given that the game is free.
- “The animation and visuals are stunning, and the story is really touching, way more than I expected for such a short ride.”
- “Heartwarming short story with an emphasis on family.”
- “Both of the stories attempt a nice emotional hit at the end, and I can appreciate that – especially again with it being free.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report experiencing frequent freezes during gameplay, which detracted from the overall experience, though some still found the game enjoyable despite these stability issues.
- “I experienced frequent freezes during gameplay, which affected my overall enjoyment.”
- “The game crashed multiple times, making it frustrating to progress.”
- “There were numerous stability issues that disrupted my gaming experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-executed, featuring enjoyable tracks and effective voice acting that enhance the atmosphere. However, this installment leans more towards a cinematic and action-oriented experience rather than a musical one.
- “The sound was executed well with fun music, a captivating atmosphere, and excellent voice acting.”
- “This time, the experience is less musical and more cinematic and action-packed.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its effective sound design, featuring enjoyable music, immersive ambiance, and strong voice acting that enhances the overall experience.
- “The sound was executed well with both fun music, atmospheric effects, and excellent voice acting.”

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Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar is a action game.

Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar is available on PC and Windows.

Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar was released on October 30, 2017.

Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar was developed by Google Inc..

Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Google Spotlight Stories: Son of Jaguar is a single player game.

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