Platform and fight your way through mountains and forests to accomplish your purpose as a Jade being. Slow down time using your 360-degree directional dash, and lock on to targets to strike! Fight soldiers and creatures on your quest in this gem of a game.
The game features impressive graphics and fluid animations, creating an engaging visual experience.
The platforming mechanics are fun and well-designed, with new mechanics introduced throughout the levels.
The game has a unique dash mechanic that adds depth to both movement and combat, making it enjoyable to play.
Combat can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with enemies being health sponges and not providing enough feedback.
Some levels are overly long, which can make the pacing feel tedious and reduce the sense of progress.
The sound design is lacking, with minimal audio feedback for combat and repetitive music that doesn't fit all scenarios.
gameplay
320 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
42%
1%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its fun and engaging mechanics, particularly the dash and parkour elements, which provide a satisfying experience for players. While the level design effectively introduces new mechanics and keeps the gameplay fresh, some players noted issues with repetitiveness and certain mechanics feeling rough or underdeveloped. Overall, the game is praised for its addictive nature, beautiful art style, and potential for further improvement as it progresses towards its full release.
“Addictive gameplay: with its precise controls and well-thought-out game mechanics, Jaded is the kind of game that you will find hard to put down.”
“The level design is really fun and fluid, especially when multiple mechanics are combined and the hidden gems were a great motivator to explore the stages a bit more.”
“The exceptional movement, platforming, mechanics, music, and art style truly make this game a hidden gem.”
“Also the game did a fuck you at the end and removed the slowdown when you're trying to aim your mouse for level 3, making it more about memorization of paths than learning how to use the mechanics to play well.”
“The wall-jumping feels rough and it can be difficult to play with mouse and keyboard, as clicking off the screen is too easy with the 'aim-dash' mechanic.”
“Unfortunately, the gameplay is quite repetitive, but the art style is great.”
music
186 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
40%
4%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its calming and soothing qualities, while others feel it lacks variety and intensity, particularly during boss fights. Some users noted that the soundtrack is enjoyable but repetitive, with a desire for more dynamic tracks to match the gameplay's pace. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, there are calls for improvements in variety and fittingness to enhance the overall experience.
“The design is sleek with such beautiful visuals and soothing music, creating those chill moments when I'm lost in my own world.”
“The exceptional movement, platforming, mechanics, music, and art-style truly make this game a hidden gem.”
“The music is just so perfect, the gameplay is so smooth and incredibly fun, the character designs look sick, and the enemies are fun to fight against.”
“A few things weird though is that enemies don't have sound effects, no battle music, and some more variation in combat moves would be cool.”
“Kinda wish there was more 'boss' music - the soundtrack is a bit too chill at the most hectic times.”
“[u]Repetitive music:[/u] while the initial music is catchy, it loops endlessly, and each level has only one track.”
graphics
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
43%
5%
The graphics of the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with many praising the beautiful art style, cute visuals, and impressive pixel art that enhance the overall atmosphere. While some users criticize the graphics as simplistic or reminiscent of "lazy pixel art," the majority appreciate the unique aesthetic and how it complements the gameplay, creating a relaxing and visually pleasing experience. Overall, the visuals are described as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
“The design is sleek with such beautiful visuals and soothing music, creating those chill moments when I'm lost in my own world.”
“So far the mechanics are fun, the graphics are beautiful, and the music is so relaxing.”
“The graphics, music, and overall atmosphere is beautiful, the gameplay is fun and has a nice learning curve, and there is major potential for story/lore.”
“This features 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.”
“Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
story
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
65%
13%
The game's current version lacks a developed story, which has left many players eager for its future release. While the gameplay mechanics and visuals are praised, there is a strong desire for a more engaging narrative and boss battles in the final version. Players are hopeful that the full game will include a captivating storyline to enhance their experience.
“Can't wait for the mysterious storyline and further development of this charming piece of art <3”
“The graphics, music, and overall atmosphere are beautiful, the gameplay is fun and has a nice learning curve, and there is major potential for story/lore.”
“I'm excited to see if there's an overarching story to this, because I think it'd be pretty cool.”
“The game's currently lacking a story.”
“There is no story, but I knew this going into the game.”
“Even though it is a beta and there is no storyline or end of the level bosses, it is still very fun to play and can't wait for the full game to release.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
7%
86%
Overall, players have mixed experiences regarding stability, with some reporting no bugs or glitches and praising the game's polish, while others experienced stuttering and freezing, particularly in specific levels. Despite these issues, many remain excited for the game's full release, indicating a generally positive outlook on its stability.
“No glitches, nothing made it frustrating (except the water).”
“The game surprisingly stutters and freezes kind of often in level 2, from the factory area with the little robots and beyond.”
“Still has a few glitches but overall a great game.”
“Despite being in early access, there are no noticeable glitches.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players describing it as "epic" and "funny," contributing to the overall enjoyment despite its beta status. Many consider the game's comedic elements to be a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience.
“So this game is actually a masterpiece; for a game only in beta, it's just so good it's not even funny.”
“Epic funny game”
“Funny”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while controls are generally fluid and responsive, players have reported performance issues, particularly stuttering and freezing during level 2. Most concerns focus on controls and gameplay mechanics rather than significant technical flaws.
“The game runs smoothly, the controls are fluid and responsive.”
“Most of them have to do with the controls, a couple with gameplay and level design, and finally at least one issue with performance.”
“The game surprisingly stutters and freezes quite often in level 2, from the factory area with the little robots and beyond.”
“Most of the issues have to do with the controls, a couple with gameplay and level design, and finally at least one issue with performance.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight strong character design as a standout feature, noting that the characters are visually appealing and well-integrated into the game's world. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of narrative or growth, suggesting that while the designs are impressive, the depth of character progression may be lacking.
“The character design is really cool.”
“The music is just so perfect, the gameplay is so smooth and incredibly fun, the character designs look sick, and the enemies are fun to fight against.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its beautiful graphics and music, creating a casual yet engaging environment reminiscent of titles like Celeste and Hollow Knight. Reviewers highlight the enjoyable gameplay and a promising potential for deeper story and lore, contributing to an overall immersive experience.
“The graphics, music, and overall atmosphere is beautiful, the gameplay is fun and has a nice learning curve, and there is major potential for story/lore.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted that the grinding aspect of the game can become tedious, particularly by the end of level 2, leading to a sense of monotony in combat. This sentiment suggests that the repetitive nature of gameplay may detract from the overall experience for some users.
“By the end of level 2, the game felt tedious.”
“If I had to give a criticism, it is that the combat feels tedious after a bit, at least for me.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is not directly addressed in the provided text, which focuses more on gameplay mechanics and balance. However, the mention of fun sections and the challenge of managing dashes amidst obstacles suggests that players may experience a sense of excitement and engagement, contributing to an overall emotional investment in the gameplay.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
Players express a desire for increased replayability, indicating that enhanced replay value could significantly influence their willingness to invest in a full release of the game.
“The game has incredible replay value, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple endings and diverse character choices, I find myself coming back for more.”
“The variety of gameplay options ensures that no two sessions are ever the same.”
“Add in some replay value and I'd fork over a lot for a full release.”