Jack Walker: Ethereal
- October 14, 2020
- ROG STUDIOS
Get on SteamJack Walker: Ethereal is a Sci-Fi/Action/RPG game for advanced VR players, with unique movement and combat mechanics. You play as an intergalactic bounty hunter who can fly and shoot laser beams out of his wrist as well as slow down the time. The fate of the universe is in your hands...
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features excellent graphics and unique gameplay mechanics, particularly the flying and slow-motion abilities.
- The developers are responsive and actively working on improvements, which gives hope for future updates and enhancements.
- Despite being in early access, the game has a polished feel and offers a satisfying combat experience.
- The game is plagued by performance issues and lacks proper controller support, leading to a frustrating experience.
- Currently, there is only one level available, which limits the overall gameplay experience.
- Many users report the game feeling broken, especially for Index users, with significant bugs and a lack of essential features like snap turning.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its polished mechanics, unique flying abilities, and impressive graphics, though some players find the controls challenging to master and note a lack of levels. The combat is enjoyable, and the slow-motion flying mechanic adds an exciting element to the experience.
“The flying mechanic is so fun with the slow motion ability!”
“The mechanics and the concept of the game are very interesting, because I always wanted a VR game where you could fly.”
“The game looks really good on a decent PC, and has some cool mechanics that are unique and fun to master.”
“The mechanics and the concept of the game are very interesting, but it feels like it lacks depth and variety in gameplay.”
“While the combat feels nice and the gameplay is unique, it ultimately falls short due to a lack of levels.”
“The game has potential, but the gameplay feels repetitive and doesn't offer enough challenges.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received high praise for their quality and impressive lighting effects, with users noting that they enhance the overall gameplay experience. Many players commend the visuals as a standout feature, highlighting the developers' efforts in creating a visually appealing environment.
“I tried it on Oculus Quest with a link cable, the graphics were really good.”
“Controls are kinda hard to get used to but the gameplay is pretty unique; the graphics are great.”
“Firstly, the graphics and lighting are really cool; the developers did a great job there.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is noted for its depth and engaging gameplay, promising an immersive experience that players are eager to explore further, especially with the anticipated multiplayer feature.
“The story seems to be pretty deep and full of gameplay, so I can wait for the multiplayer feature to go live at some point!”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is criticized for poor performance and unsatisfactory controller responsiveness, leading to a frustrating user experience.
“Performance is horrible and the controls are bad.”
“The game runs poorly on most systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“There are significant frame rate drops that ruin the experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game surprisingly engaging, often eliciting genuine laughter and enjoyment, which contrasts with initial expectations of it being a typical indie title.
“I thought this would be one of those 'meh' indie games, but while I was playing, I found myself laughing and saying, 'Wow, dude!'”
“The humor in this game is absolutely on point; I couldn't stop chuckling at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations.”
“Every time I encountered a funny character or a clever joke, it made my day and kept me engaged in the gameplay.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game received positive feedback, with users expressing enjoyment of both elements.
“I also enjoyed the music and the sound effects.”
