Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within

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Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within is a single player puzzle game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Deck 13 and was released on June 28, 2013. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

In "Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within," players join Jack Keane and Amanda back for an adventurous journey in Shanghai 1899, where Jack ends up in prison seeking a legendary treasure. This fast-paced game is filled with bizarre adventures, mysterious treasures, and ruthless villains, promising a challenging and exciting experience. However, escaping prison and obtaining the treasure won't be an easy task for our hapless hero.

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44%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

humor14 positive mentions

story5 negative mentions

The game features a charming narrative filled with humor and self-awareness, reminiscent of classic adventure stories.
Visually, Jack Keane 2 boasts colorful and detailed environments, with expressive character models that enhance the overall experience.
Puzzles are generally well-designed and rewarding, with a hint system that helps alleviate frustration while maintaining player satisfaction.

The game suffers from technical issues, including frequent crashes, awkward controls, and frustrating camera angles that hinder gameplay.
Some puzzles are overly obscure or illogical, leading to confusion and requiring players to rely on walkthroughs to progress.
Voice acting is inconsistent, with many performances lacking quality, which detracts from the overall immersion of the game.

story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
66%
19%
The story is set in early 20th century Shanghai, following Jack as he embarks on a comedic adventure to find the mythical Ukumba amulet, drawing inspiration from classic pulp serials like Indiana Jones. While it features a charming blend of humor and exploration, some players find the narrative predictable and occasionally tedious, with midgame pacing issues that disrupt the flow. Overall, the story offers a nostalgic adventure experience, though it is marred by execution flaws and mixed reception regarding its depth and originality.
- “Set at the turn of the 20th century, the story begins in Shanghai, where Jack, now down on his luck, finds himself imprisoned and swept into a search for the mythical Ukumba amulet, an artifact said to hold extraordinary power.”
- “The story mixes lighthearted humor with the charm of a pulp adventure, drawing clear inspiration from classic serials and films like Indiana Jones, though with a self-aware comedic tone that makes it uniquely its own.”
- “Cutscenes, presented with a cinematic flair, move the story forward effectively and showcase the developers’ ambition to blend filmic storytelling with traditional adventure gameplay.”
- “The story is tedious, as are the puzzles.”
- “The story dialogue was not particularly imaginative, occasionally minorly humorous, but in the end horribly clichéd.”
- “Tldr: an incredibly boring story coupled with uninteresting puzzles and bland characters.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
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The gameplay of Jack Keane 2 attempts to blend traditional adventure elements with modern third-person mechanics, but it struggles with disorienting camera controls and clumsy jumping mechanics that can detract from the experience. While the game features solid graphics and voice acting, the controls are often buggy and the fighting mechanics feel underdeveloped, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Despite its quirks, the game's personality and visual appeal may still attract fans of the genre.
- “Acting as a sequel to the cult hit Jack Keane, this installment tries to capture the same sense of tongue-in-cheek adventure while updating the mechanics for a new generation of players.”
- “Gameplay-wise, Jack Keane 2 attempts to bridge the gap between traditional adventure design and more modern third-person controls.”
- “Cutscenes, presented with a cinematic flair, move the story forward effectively and showcase the developers’ ambition to blend filmic storytelling with traditional adventure gameplay.”
- “The attempt to incorporate 3D movement and action-like mechanics occasionally undermines the precision that adventure games require.”
- “The jumping mechanic, while intended to make movement more dynamic, often feels unnecessary and clumsy.”
- “An amusing game, if you are amused by awful controls, abhorrent jumping mechanics, buggy camera, puzzles that you solve without knowing why, dull story, and unfunny jokes.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the gorgeous, colorful, and detailed 3D backgrounds and character modeling, while others criticize frequent graphical glitches and performance issues that hinder gameplay. Overall, while there are moments of solid visual design, technical problems detract from the experience for many players.
- “Gorgeous looking, colorful, and detailed 3D background graphics.”
- “Very good A+ graphics, environments, and character modeling.”
- “You may find Jack Keane 2 amusing for its nice and stylish graphics and light-hearted narration.”
- “The graphics are alright; however, the game crashes frequently, is an absolute lag-fest, and overall is just consistently riding the struggle bus.”
- “The graphics are fine, but there are so many graphical glitches that make moving your character or clicking on objects (two of the only things you need to be able to do in a point and click) impossible.”
- “No seriously, the graphic part of this game is very bad.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
93%
7%
The game's humor is characterized by a blend of lighthearted wit and self-aware comedy, drawing inspiration from classic adventure serials while poking fun at genre tropes. Players appreciate the clever dialogue and humorous character dynamics, particularly in the context of a love triangle, though some find the writing occasionally clichéd and the humor hit-or-miss. Overall, the game offers a mix of amusing moments and entertaining situations, appealing to fans of the genre despite some criticisms regarding execution and mechanics.
- “The story mixes lighthearted humor with the charm of a pulp adventure, drawing clear inspiration from classic serials and films like Indiana Jones, though with a self-aware comedic tone that makes it uniquely its own.”
- “The dialogue is laced with clever wordplay and dry humor, and while the writing sometimes leans into cliché, it does so knowingly.”
- “The game pokes fun at the tropes it employs, allowing Jack’s arrogance and clumsy heroism to become part of the humor rather than a flaw.”
- “An amusing game, if you are amused by awful controls, abhorrent jumping mechanics, buggy camera, puzzles that you solve without knowing why, dull story, and unfunny jokes.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marred by numerous technical issues, including frequent crashes, graphical glitches, and control bugs that can significantly disrupt gameplay. While some users report a smooth experience with the chat system, the overall consensus highlights that these stability problems detract from immersion and enjoyment.
- “Technical bugs, including occasional freezes, audio desynchronization, and invisible object triggers, can further break immersion.”
- “Not to mention most negative reviews come from crashes and glitches and not from the story, characters, plot, and so on.”
- “The graphics are fine, but there are so many graphical glitches that make moving your character or clicking on objects (two of the only things you need to be able to do in a point-and-click) impossible.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's soundtrack is highly praised for its orchestral themes and playful motifs that enhance the lighthearted exploration experience, with many users noting its cinematic quality and ability to evoke a sense of adventure reminiscent of Indiana Jones. Overall, the music effectively complements the game's action and atmosphere.
- “Nice music that fits the game's action atmosphere.”
- “The background music often reminds me of Indiana Jones.”
- “The soundtrack deserves special mention, featuring orchestral themes and playful motifs that perfectly capture the mood of lighthearted exploration.”
- “The background music almost all the time reminds me of Indiana Jones.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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While "Jack Keane 2" captures the spirit of playful discovery in adventure gaming, it ultimately falls short with a lackluster story, uninspiring puzzles, and bland characters, leading to a mixed emotional response from players.
- “Jack Keane 2 may not reinvent the adventure genre, but it rekindles the spirit of playful discovery that defines it—a flawed yet heartfelt continuation of Deck 13’s beloved swashbuckling series.”
- “The story is incredibly boring, with uninteresting puzzles and bland characters that fail to evoke any emotional response.”
- “I found the characters to be flat and the narrative lacking depth, making it hard to connect on any emotional level.”
- “Despite the game's attempts at emotional storytelling, it ultimately falls flat, leaving players feeling disconnected and unengaged.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Jack's character development is highlighted as a significant aspect of the game, showcasing a compelling transformation that resonates with players. Reviewers note that his journey is well-crafted, with meaningful growth and relatable struggles that enhance the overall narrative experience.
- “Jack's character development throughout the game is truly remarkable.”
- “The way the characters evolve and grow in response to the story is incredibly engaging.”
- “I was impressed by the depth and complexity of the character arcs, making each decision feel impactful.”
- “Jack's character development throughout the game feels rushed and lacks depth.”
- “The character arcs are predictable and fail to provide any meaningful growth.”
- “I was disappointed by how one-dimensional the characters remained despite the game's length.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a well-composed soundtrack that complements the action, creating an immersive experience for players.
- “The music perfectly complements the game's action, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly engaging, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has been criticized for being buggy and prone to crashes, leading to significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Buggy, crashy, and plagued with performance issues.”
- “The optimization is severely lacking, leading to frequent crashes.”
- “Performance issues make the game nearly unplayable at times.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, with both the story and puzzles contributing to a sense of monotony. The combat, described as boring, further exacerbates the overall feeling of repetitiveness.
- “The story is tedious, so are the puzzles.”
- “Fisticuffs are slow, tedious, and just boring.”

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Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within is a puzzle game with comedy theme.

Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 21 hours playing Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within.

Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within was released on June 28, 2013.

Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within was developed by Deck 13.

Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within has received neutral reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Jack Keane 2: The Fire Within is a single player game.

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