Jack Keane
- April 15, 2008
- Deck13
Get on SteamIn "Jack Keane," the titular character, a down-on-his-luck sailor, is hired for a mission to Tooth Island, where things quickly go awry. Players must navigate Jack through the dangers of the island, including the man-eating plants of the eccentric Doctor T, while also uncovering secrets from Jack's past. Along the way, players will meet Amanda, a naive young woman who plays a key role in the story. With its unique humor and engaging puzzles, "Jack Keane" is a swashbuckling adventure not to be missed.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a vibrant and colorful art style that enhances the overall experience.
- The humor and witty dialogue provide moments of genuine amusement, reminiscent of classic adventure games.
- The game offers a variety of puzzles and challenges, making it engaging for fans of the point-and-click genre.
- The controls and camera mechanics are frustrating, often leading to disorientation and difficulty in navigation.
- Many puzzles are poorly designed, relying on trial-and-error solutions that can feel nonsensical and illogical.
- The voice acting and character development are lacking, resulting in unmemorable and sometimes irritating performances.
- story23 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The story of the game is characterized by a mix of charm and humor, featuring a plot filled with mad scientists and ancient artifacts, though opinions on its depth and originality vary. While some players find it captivating and nostalgic, others criticize it as uninteresting and reminiscent of classic titles like Monkey Island. Overall, the narrative is seen as entertaining but not groundbreaking, with a blend of engaging elements and some shortcomings in character development and dialogue.
“The basic plot and a few of the characters have plenty of charm.”
“Keane's story captivates, enthralls.”
“The story and puzzles are fun and engaging; the graphics and animations are superb, and the audio and voiceovers really convey emotion.”
“The story feels empty, and there's absolutely nothing that makes you want to keep playing the game.”
“The story is uninteresting, childish, and boring.”
“I'm too old and mature to enjoy this game's jokes, characters, and story.”
- humor21 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it sharp and entertaining, reminiscent of classic adventures like Monkey Island, while others criticize it as childish and forced, with many jokes falling flat. Despite the varied reception, some users appreciate the nostalgic feel and occasional hilarious moments, though others feel the humor wears thin after a few hours. Overall, the game offers a blend of funny characters and quirky situations, but its comedic effectiveness is inconsistent.
“This game's got humor as sharp as a Malkavian's wit, point-and-click puzzles that'll twist your brain, and a wild adventure crazier than a Ventrue at an etiquette seminar.”
“Very enjoyable game, with humor and challenging puzzles throughout.”
“Funny characters, if a little cheesy, and a brilliant collection of humor.”
“There are some jokes that fall flat; the humor and dialogues are childish and unfunny.”
“This is just not funny anymore.”
- graphics17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 24 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a vibrant and colorful art style that many players find charming, though some describe them as a bit dated or inconsistent. While the 3D graphics and animations are generally praised for their brightness and cartoonish appeal, there are mixed opinions regarding their overall quality, with some players noting technical issues and a lack of polish. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's whimsical atmosphere, despite some criticisms of their execution.
“This game has a wonderfully vibrant art style which brings me a great deal of joy.”
“The graphics are bright and shiny, the characters even occasionally have a bit of real-life spark to them, and there are a hell of a lot of puzzles to solve.”
“The story and puzzle are fun and engaging, the graphics and animations are superb, movement and controls work, and the audio and voice overs really feel like the characters give emotion.”
“The graphics are ugly, the voice acting is horrible, the music is bland, and the sound design is laughable.”
“Graphics is terrible, there are many small bugs (especially comments of some objects that are obviously wrong, some labels are missing completely being replaced with some development debug macros and so on).”
“Witty and comical just like Monkey Island, however, the graphics could be better.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay features classic point-and-click mechanics with engaging puzzles and a quirky inventory, but is marred by disorienting 3D camera controls and frequent glitches that can disrupt the experience. While some players appreciate the humor and smoothness of the gameplay, others find it frustrating due to awkward angles and technical issues. Overall, the gameplay offers a mix of enjoyable elements and significant drawbacks.
“Gameplay: classic point-and-click with puzzles that got me thinking, and an inventory full of oddities.”
“After hours of gameplay, the characters gather around the table once more.”
“Funny story, decent graphics, smooth gameplay.”
“The gameplay is terrible and disorienting due to the 3D camera mechanics, which feature awkward angles and controls.”
“You're definitely going to encounter at least one glitch during your gameplay, so save often to prevent frustration.”
“The gameplay is absolutely horrible.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game features catchy tunes that evoke a lively, danceable atmosphere reminiscent of sea shanties and Indiana Jones themes, effectively complementing its pirate style. However, some users find the overall quality of the music to be bland and not up to par with the game's standards.
“The soundtrack features catchy tunes that make you want to dance, reminiscent of a sea shanty. 💃🌊”
“The game's style and music evoke the adventurous spirit of Indiana Jones movies, blending English and Indian themes in a pirate style.”
“The music is good and perfectly matches the game's standards.”
“The graphics are ugly, the voice acting is horrible, the music is bland, and the sound design is laughable.”
“It is a game that its style and music will get your mind to Indiana Jones movies, but this time the game has to show English and Indian themes in a pirate style.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story uninteresting, childish, and boring, leading to a lack of engagement and emotional connection.
“Uninteresting, childish, and boring story.”
“Point & click with a bad and boring story.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a dark, immersive club setting that evokes a sense of electric anticipation, enhancing the overall experience.
“The dark and atmospheric club is filled with the hum of electric anticipation.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have some bugs and glitches, indicating that its stability may be an issue for players.
“The game is a little bit buggy and glitchy.”
“There are frequent crashes that disrupt gameplay.”
“I experienced several glitches that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability primarily due to the presence of hidden items, but once discovered, the lack of a compelling story diminishes the incentive to replay. While it may appeal to fans of classic point-and-click adventures, it's recommended to wait for a sale before purchasing.
“The game offers a lot of replayability with multiple endings and hidden items to discover, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
“With various character choices and branching storylines, the replayability factor is high, encouraging players to explore different paths.”
“The inclusion of unlockable content and challenges keeps the game interesting, providing plenty of reasons to dive back in after completing it.”
“It has some replayability for some hidden items, but once you find them, there's no real reason to play again as the story is kind of unoriginal. If you're a fan of classic point-and-click adventures, I would give it a try, but wait until it is on sale.”
“The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to go back. The story doesn't change, and the gameplay feels repetitive after the first playthrough.”
“While there are a few collectibles to find, the overall experience doesn't encourage replayability. The narrative is predictable, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
