Isle of Jura

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 63 reviews
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  • music
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In "Isle of Jura," players join Alex on a fishing trip to a remote island for a biology report. The game features over 50 species of fish to catch and three different fishing techniques to master. Players can also find artifacts, chat with island residents, and explore at their own pace, making it a relaxing and engaging experience.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 63 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features cute graphics and a relaxing atmosphere, making it enjoyable for casual play.
  • It offers a variety of fishing mini-games and mechanics, providing some diversity in gameplay.
  • The sound design and ambient music create a soothing experience, enhancing the overall vibe of the game.
  • The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with a very simple premise that can become boring quickly.
  • Camera controls are fixed and can be frustrating, making navigation difficult and disorienting.
  • There are numerous bugs and design oversights, such as unskippable animations and issues with controller support.
  • gameplay33 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and casual pace, primarily revolving around fishing mechanics that can become repetitive over time. While the core fishing activities are easy to pick up and provide a relaxing experience, many players find the limited variety and slow progression tedious, with some mechanics feeling incomplete or frustrating. Overall, it offers a chill atmosphere suitable for casual play, but lacks depth and complexity to maintain long-term engagement.

    • “It's a fun little game of mini game fishing, find treasure, sell fish, upgrade fishing rod, etc., graphics are okay and do the job, sound is okay, gameplay is fun.”
    • “With simplistic graphics and slow-paced gameplay that helps you unwind after a long day, it's a great purchase for somebody just wanting to be comfortable and fish for fun.”
    • “The gameplay is very easy to pick up and simple, though the fly rod mechanics took me a bit to get the hang of.”
    • “Game play is slow and casual, no complex story or gameplay mechanics.”
    • “While I don't necessarily hate the gameplay loop, I feel like it has too many issues that ruin its ability to be enjoyable.”
    • “Gameplay became tedious by the end.”
  • graphics26 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, characterized by a cozy, low-poly art style that complements its relaxing gameplay. While many players appreciate the aesthetic appeal and fitting color schemes, some have reported graphical glitches, such as a white void ocean at launch, which can be resolved by adjusting settings. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, making it enjoyable for casual play despite some minor technical issues.

    • “The visuals are very nice, especially the models for the fish.”
    • “Thankfully, the graphics are quite nice, and I think they fit the game very well.”
    • “Low poly graphics and color scheme are easy to look at, including a few animations in the environment.”
    • “There's a graphical glitch where every time the game launches, the ocean is just a white void. The fix is just changing the graphics settings and then putting it back to what it was.”
    • “I had an issue with glitching visuals in one area, and for some reason, it did not like me using a wireless mouse. I kept missing all the fish but was fine with my trackpad.”
    • “The graphics are nothing to go crazy about, but they're quite fitting for the game, with simplistic low polygon graphics and cute colors and environments to keep the atmosphere friendly.”
  • music15 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and minimal, consisting mainly of a simple ukulele track that plays infrequently. However, others appreciate the relaxing and soothing nature of the soundtrack, which complements the game's casual fishing mechanics and enhances the overall immersive atmosphere. While the ambient sounds are generally pleasant, many players suggest that the music could be more varied to better match the game's visuals.

    • “Isle of Jura is a casual fishing game seemingly inspired by Animal Crossing, judging by the squeaky sound effects added to the conversations and the chill vibes from the rest of the soundtrack.”
    • “Had such a lovely time wandering around the island fishing; between the art style, the music, and the sound of the waves, it's possibly the most relaxed I've felt during video game fishing.”
    • “The soundtrack of the game is fantastic; it's relaxing, soothing, slow, and sets the perfect tone for somebody just wanting to sit down and do some casual fishing.”
    • “There is just one simple music track of a ukulele playing a few notes that repeats every 5-10 minutes.”
    • “The music is fine but not good.”
    • “Music is a bit repetitive.”
  • story10 mentions

    The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and poorly developed, with many players expressing disappointment over its lack of depth and complexity. While some appreciate the casual gameplay and find enjoyment in the experience, they still wish for a more engaging narrative. Overall, the story is considered an afterthought, with players seeking more substantial content.

    • “I would've loved to hear the whole story; maybe I'll find a full walkthrough on YouTube.”
    • “I do wish there was a bit more story and that I could control the camera angles, but it is still a pleasant and fun game!”
    • “If you come here for a story, then I have to disappoint you; there is little to no story.”
    • “Game play is slow and casual, with no complex story or gameplay mechanics.”
    • “And that's about it for the story - it's not a very talkative game, and we're not here to talk anyway.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally described as relaxing and immersive, enhanced by soothing sound design and charming visuals that create a friendly environment. While some users noted that the simplistic graphics are fitting, the use of gibberish dialogue can disrupt the overall tranquility. Overall, the game is praised for its chill vibes and calming ambiance.

    • “The sound design really creates an immersive atmosphere, both the sound of the waves as well as the soft music that fades in and out.”
    • “Cute game with simple mechanics, relaxing atmosphere, and chill vibes!”
    • “In addition, I would like to see a fully controllable camera that I can move around my character, and the gibberish of the dialogues kind of disturbs the relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics are nothing to go crazy about, but they're quite fitting for the game, with simplistic low polygon graphics and cute colors and environments that keep the atmosphere friendly.”
    • “The atmosphere is one of the most relaxing that I have played thus far.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding necessary for obtaining upgrades, particularly through fishing, to be tedious and a chore, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game as it progresses.

    • “Getting upgrades (necessary to beat the game) requires grinding for fish to sell.”
    • “Gameplay became tedious by the end.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express frustration with the lack of camera control, which detracts from their emotional experience by causing dizziness and disorientation during exploration. This design choice is seen as unnecessary and negatively impacts immersion.

  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users appreciate the game's stability, noting a positive contrast to other titles that launch with numerous bugs and lack post-release support.

    • “That's always a pleasure to see, as unfortunately I've encountered many developers who release a buggy mess and never look back.”
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