Jack Axe: The Trial

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Jack Axe: The Trial is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Keybol Games and was released on August 31, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

Be Jack! Throw your axe! Test yourself against The Trial to prove yourself worthy in this speedrunning competition!

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

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The game features an original axe-throwing mechanic that adds a unique twist to the platforming experience.
The pixel art style and soundtrack create an engaging retro atmosphere that enhances the gameplay.
Levels are well-designed with various challenges and secrets, providing good replayability and a satisfying difficulty curve.

The controls can be awkward, with movement and aiming mapped to the same input, leading to frustration.
There are issues with collision detection and some players have reported glitches that affect gameplay.
The lack of a tutorial or guidance can leave players confused about how to progress, making the initial experience challenging.

graphics
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the "lazy pixel art" and cheap aesthetic, likening it to low-quality flash games. However, others appreciate the game's visuals, highlighting the attractive graphics and well-designed bosses. Overall, the graphics seem to be a divisive aspect, with opinions varying significantly.
- “It has really pretty graphics and nice bosses and gameplay.”
- “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “The cheap flash game aesthetic and the dull, empty level design are also not particularly awe-inspiring.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of tutorials and confusing controls, making it challenging for players to grasp the mechanics, despite the game's appealing graphics and boss designs. While the core mechanics have potential, they require patience and practice to master, leading to a frustrating experience for some users.
- “Good idea for a game mechanic; it's quite tough on keyboard though.”
- “It has really pretty graphics and nice bosses and gameplay.”
- “This one is no exception; despite the agreeable price, the gameplay is weak.”
- “It also just throws you in the deep end with no tutorial on how to do anything. This includes the controls and the axe, which is very confusing and frustrating. You will need a lot of patience with yourself because the mechanics may be somewhat simple to use, but getting them to work with proper timing is the main issue.”