Jeklynn Heights

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Jeklynn Heights is a multiplayer casual action adventure game. It was developed by Vex Studios, LLC and was released on May 25, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A corrupt and bizarre town is the quirky setting to Jeklynn Heights, a fantastical and competitive online game. Run by a Mayor with a split personality and enigmatic past, a spell haunts the town he rules. Players must complete objectives, directed by the Mayor, to win and escape the town.

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

The game features a unique and charming art style that enhances its dark fairy tale theme.
Gameplay is dynamic and varied, with multiple quests and modes that keep matches interesting.
The developers are responsive and dedicated, showing promise for future updates and improvements.

The game suffers from a lack of content and feels abandoned, with minimal player activity.
The story and gameplay can be predictable, relying on clichés and lacking depth.
Technical issues and bugs are present, and the game may not perform well on lower-spec PCs.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a beautiful art style that enhances the fun gameplay, but many users note the need for technical optimizations and improved visuals, including better animations and user interfaces. Currently, the game is not well-suited for low-spec PCs, and players are advised to wait for future updates and engine improvements before purchasing if they expect high-quality graphics.
- “Beautiful art style, fun gameplay, 'nuff said.”
- “The art style is also something I definitely like about this game.”
- “What you might miss at the current state are more contents, technical optimizations, and top-notch visuals covering overall graphics, better animations, UI, and interfaces.”
- “What you might miss at the current state are more content, technical optimizations (this game is not suitable for low-spec PCs and is Windows only) and top-notch visuals covering overall graphics, better animations, UI, and interfaces.”
- “It’s planned to switch to a new engine, work on side-specific classes, more events and maps, better visuals, combat tweaks, and fitting suggestions pushed forward by the community; not to forget matchmaking for competitive scenes.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
42%
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The gameplay is straightforward and features solid mechanics, complemented by a beautiful art style. Despite having only one map, it offers dynamic and varied experiences through different goals set by the mayor, making it engaging and enjoyable.
- “Beautiful art style, fun gameplay, 'nuff said.”
- “Already great are the mesmerizing style and gameplay core.”
- “Gameplay is pretty straightforward, and the actual mechanics are okay.”
- “Although the game currently only has one map, the gameplay is actually quite dynamic and varied as there are different goals to pursue that are given out by the mayor.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is woven through multiple quests within each match, centered around a mayor who assigns tasks that enhance the narrative of class struggle between the poor and the rich. This integration of RPG elements and a cohesive storyline elevates the gameplay, transforming it from a standard shooter into a more engaging experience.
- “The extra addition of the mayor who doles out little quests for the players as they fight and kill one another adds a fantastic element to the battles.”
- “There are multiple quests to complete per match, and each one plays differently.”
- “So you have these RPG elements and a simple little storyline turning what would otherwise be yet another first/third person shooter into a really fun little experience.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to engage with the characters or the plot.”
- “While there are multiple quests to complete, the overall narrative is weak and fails to create a compelling experience.”
- “The storyline is overshadowed by the gameplay mechanics, leaving players wanting more substance and coherence.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning art and fitting music, which, despite being repetitive, enhances the experience rather than detracts from it. The dark fairy tale aesthetic is effectively conveyed through detailed environments, unique characters, and immersive sound design, contributing to an engaging overall atmosphere that keeps players invested.
- “The dark fairy tale style is mirrored well in a detailed map, bizarre characters, atmospheric sounds, and lore-fitting events.”
- “I got the game for free as a test player and I'm staying for the overall good atmosphere and thrilling matches in-game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for lacking technical enhancements, making it unsuitable for low-spec PCs and limited to Windows users. Reviewers also noted a need for improved graphics, animations, and user interfaces to elevate the overall visual experience.
- “The game excels in optimization, providing a smooth experience even on mid-range systems.”
- “I appreciate the technical optimizations that enhance performance, making the gameplay fluid and enjoyable.”
- “The visuals are stunning, and the optimization ensures that the graphics run seamlessly without sacrificing quality.”
- “What you might miss at the current state are more content and technical optimizations. This game is not suitable for low-spec PCs and is Windows only, lacking top-notch visuals, overall graphics, better animations, UI, and interfaces.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization issues, making it unplayable on lower-end hardware and resulting in frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of optimization severely hampers the experience, with long loading times and a clunky interface that detracts from gameplay.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game, while noted for its repetitiveness, effectively enhances the atmosphere and complements the art, contributing positively to the overall experience without becoming bothersome.
- “The art is amazing, and the music, although very repetitive, fits the atmosphere so well that it adds to the game and doesn't get annoying.”