Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets

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Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by @TonyDevGame and was released on April 26, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets" is a horror-action game where Jack, a reluctant member of a family business, takes on his first case involving sinister puppets and animatronics. Traverse through various disturbing settings, manage resources, and engage in combat against an array of threatening enemies and bosses. Survival requires quick thinking and strategic use of weapons while uncovering the mystery behind the nightmarish beings.

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Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

story4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating atmosphere and creative environments, particularly the amusement park, which is filled with detail and offers a variety of experiences.
The gameplay includes a mix of exploration, puzzles, and combat, providing a unique blend of horror and adventure that keeps players engaged.
Despite some flaws, the game showcases a lot of heart and effort from a solo developer, making it a commendable indie title worth experiencing.

The combat mechanics can feel clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating encounters with enemies that can quickly deplete health.
Players often struggle with unclear objectives and navigation, making it difficult to progress without resorting to guides.
Performance issues, particularly in outdoor areas, can detract from the overall experience, with frame rate drops and optimization problems.

story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
70%
13%
The game's story is described as campy and erratic, with potential that remains largely untapped, as it relies heavily on in-game documents and environmental storytelling. While some players appreciate the unique atmosphere and character development, many feel the narrative lacks cohesion and depth, particularly towards the end. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable for its gameplay and horror elements, but it could benefit from a more fleshed-out and coherent storyline.
- “The game is fairly story-driven; if you want to actually pay attention to the notes left laying around the entire map of the game, and keep checking in on your character's personal notes and feelings via the tab menu in-game, our main character is somewhat personable!”
- “The graphics are fantastic and the storyline is very good.”
- “This game is for any fans of survival horror in general; it has awesome atmosphere and storytelling.”
- “Let me preface this by saying I wish the story was more cohesive, fleshed out, and on point because it did seem erratic the majority of the time.”
- “I could explain the premise, but honestly, the plot here is barely existent.”
- “This took the immersion away from me and I do think the story has potential, I just didn't make it that far due to my growing frustration.”
atmosphere
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
23%
18%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised as its strongest feature, characterized by a spooky and immersive environment that enhances exploration and tension. Players appreciate the attention to detail in the settings, creatures, and sound design, which collectively create a compelling and unsettling experience. While some critiques mention a decline in atmosphere during certain gameplay segments, the overall consensus highlights the game's ability to evoke discomfort and intrigue, making it a standout in the horror genre.
- “The game's biggest strength is easily its vibe and atmosphere.”
- “If you're looking for an atmospheric and creative game to just explore and soak in the spooky vibes, this is a solid choice.”
- “Graphically it is very good and the atmosphere is simply wonderful and one of the strongest points of the game, and the park.. omg the park you can see the love put into the recreation and especially in the rideable attractions, which are amazing without exception, especially if you are a fan of it.”
- “Once you get there, it turns into a mindless shooter with barely any atmosphere and enemies that shred your health in seconds.”
- “It's meant to be taken slowly; the player is meant to take in their surroundings, to feel the setting and the atmosphere. It builds up its tension by playing off of the players' own discomforts.”
- “This game relies on its environment, its atmosphere, and the uncomfortability certain settings, noises, and creatures can push onto a player.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players frustrated by slow starts and clunky mechanics, while others appreciate the unique elements and engaging story. Many noted issues with combat, such as inconsistent damage and poor enemy AI, but some found the roughness added to the tension and enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a blend of solid concepts and significant shortcomings, making it a mixed bag for players.
- “Decent gameplay with an interesting story.”
- “I was uncomfortable with quite a few things in the game, and that made it really fun for me. I had chills for most of my gameplay and was eager to explore more and progress further.”
- “The gameplay is neat as an FPS, with original minigames being a very important part of the story to follow.”
- “Don't come into this game expecting that type of gameplay, because that isn't what this game works with a majority of the time.”
- “The boss fights were easy, but the game mechanics and movement made anything like dodging near impossible.”
- “The gameplay is below what I'd consider to be acceptable for a paid title; the guns feel ineffective, damage is inconsistent, and the reticle does not align with where the projectiles go, which is very noticeable at long distances. Enemies are generally too fast, making combat feel like a series of clunky shooting while enemies punch you and then heal.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their quality and attention to detail, contributing to a captivating atmosphere and immersive environments. However, some users noted performance issues, including significant FPS drops on medium settings, and a desire for more graphical options like DLSS. Overall, while the visuals are a strong point, the optimization could be improved to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Design and graphics are great.”
- “Graphics is not used as a main crutch for delivery and it is inherently noticeable that the developer put in a lot of programming, placement, and time to uniquely craft an experience.”
- “Graphically it is very good and the atmosphere is simply wonderful and one of the strongest points of the game, and the park.. omg the park you can see the love put into the recreation and especially in the rideable attractions, which are amazing without exception, especially if you are a fan of it.”
- “Before I forget, the game's performance isn't really optimized, so expect huge FPS drops even on medium graphics.”
- “Artwork found throughout the game is made with AI, proving the developer isn't truthful.”
- “Graphics is not used as a main crutch for delivery, and it is inherently noticeable that the developer put in a lot of programming, placement, and time to uniquely craft an experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized for significant performance issues, particularly in outdoor areas like the park, where players experience substantial FPS drops even on medium graphics settings. Overall, the performance is considered subpar, especially during specific events like the fair.
- “Before I forget, the game's performance isn't really optimized, so expect huge FPS drops even on medium graphics.”
- “Performance can tank significantly when you get to the fair.”
- “The performance optimization is pretty bad, especially in the outdoor areas of the game, mainly the actual park areas.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the protagonist endearing and wholesome, appreciating his quirky and naive observations that add a charming emotional depth to the game.
- “The protagonist is strangely cute and wholesome with his quirky observations.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters left me in tears; I felt every moment.”
- “The story's ability to evoke such strong feelings made it an unforgettable experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and reminiscent of work, with some noting that challenging sections can become frustrating due to distant save points. While some of the difficulty may stem from personal skill levels, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a burdensome experience.
- “This is tedious and just feels like work.”
- “There were a couple of places where the challenges, for me, were very difficult and tedious, due to the save points being a bit too far apart, but part of that problem was probably more on me than the game itself.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and poor optimization, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences such as janky combat and problematic boss fights. Players should be prepared for a lack of polish and potential confusion during their playthrough.
- “It's also quite buggy, painfully unoptimized at times, and completely ignores many game design fundamentals.”
- “Only play this if you are willing to put up with janky combat, buggy boss fights, and being lost for a bit.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The music in the game is generally well-received, though some players find it occasionally mismatched with the gameplay, leading to moments of confusion regarding its tempo. Expectations set by the trailer's energetic soundtrack may have contributed to a desire for a faster-paced experience with more frequent enemy encounters.
- “The music is good, though it can feel slightly unfitting at times; there were moments when I stopped and thought, 'Wait, why does this have a beat to it?'”
- “The trailer featured hype music that set my expectations for a faster-paced game with more instances of small enemy hordes.”
- “I'm not sure where my expectations went wrong, but the trailer with hype music made me think this would be a slightly faster-paced game with more instances of small enemy hordes.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable, but many users feel it lacks significant replay value, suggesting that once completed, there may be little incentive to play again.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in Jack Holmes is effectively integrated with its survival horror elements, setting it apart from typical indie horror titles that prioritize fear alone. This blend of humor and heart enhances the overall experience, resonating well with players.
- “Most indie horror titles focus purely on fear, but Jack Holmes dares to blend humor and heart with its survival horror elements—and it works brilliantly.”

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Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets is a survival action adventure game with horror theme.

Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Windows and PlayStation.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets.

Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets was released on April 26, 2024.

Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets was developed by @TonyDevGame.

Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Jack Holmes: Master of Puppets is a single player game.

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