Jelly in the sky

About

"Jelly in the Sky" is a physics-based puzzle game where players manipulate jiggly jelly creatures to solve increasingly complex levels. Using various tools and abilities, players must navigate the jellies through obstacles and challenges to reach the goal. With its charming art style and innovative gameplay, "Jelly in the Sky" offers a unique and engaging experience for players of all ages.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

38%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The jelly-like physics and destructible environments create a fun and unpredictable gameplay experience, especially in multiplayer.
The game has a unique concept that evokes nostalgia for classic artillery games, with potential for enjoyable short gaming sessions.
Despite its flaws, the game shows ambition and creativity, and players appreciate the fun moments it can provide.

The game is plagued by poor controls, awkward aiming mechanics, and numerous bugs that hinder gameplay and enjoyment.
AI opponents are overly accurate and relentless, making single-player experiences frustrating and difficult.
The game feels unfinished and lacks polish, with many players feeling it is not worth the current price due to its numerous issues.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The gameplay is described as fun and unique, but it also suffers from issues that make it feel unpolished, akin to an early alpha version. Players encounter frustrating mechanics that can lead to getting stuck, particularly due to limited mobility and unclear solutions to challenges. However, recent improvements, such as enhanced weapon effectiveness, have made the gameplay experience more enjoyable.
- “Very fun and unique gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels better now, and you can wreak bigger havoc, since the weapons were boosted.”
- “If you can improve player mobility, I would bet more people would actually feel challenged and be more willing to play if they didn't feel like the game mechanics themselves were working against them.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it feels wrong.”
- “Like an early alpha where you get to see the core mechanics but not much more than that.”
- “There are no real tools to help you get through the level, only mechanics that offer vague and chancey solutions that I never feel satisfied with, because I'm not sure what actually worked.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, users report suboptimal optimization for the game, with videocard performance ratings ranging from 3.4 to 7, indicating that many players experience weaker-than-expected performance even on decent spec machines. This has led to confusion and frustration among players, as the performance issues seem inconsistent with their hardware capabilities.
- “I've got a decent spec machine as well and never get this performance with 3D games, so I'm at a loss to explain why it was so poor with this one.”
- “Your video card performance is: 5.8 - weaker than optimal.”
- “Your video card performance is: 7 - weaker than optimal.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics performance of the game is demanding, making it unsuitable for users with lower-end hardware like Intel graphics, while it runs well on a 750ti. However, players have reported significant issues, including the game failing to display graphics entirely at times, requiring multiple restarts, and lacking essential visual effects and camera functionalities.
- “The game doesn't even show any graphics at all sometimes after it starts, needing several restarts before it works again.”
- “The game suffers from issues like no sounds, no camera follow, no zoom, and no launch/impact visuals.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is criticized for its poorly conceived mission structure and lackluster execution, leading to an overall negative impression that suggests it may not be worth the investment of time or money.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is considered clever and entertaining, but many users feel that the overall execution is lacking due to its unfinished state, making it difficult to recommend for purchase.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers note that while the game showcases significant creativity and effort, the stability issues stem from design choices rather than technical bugs or glitches.
- “It's clear that a lot of creativity and effort was put into the game, but all of my problems aren't bugs or glitches; they're design choices that don't work well.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous stability issues that disrupted my gameplay, leading to frustration.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that monetization in the game is heavily reliant on the presence of new accounts that appear to be created primarily for advertising purposes, leading to a perception of generic and inauthentic interactions.
- “Brand new accounts seem to be clearly set up for advertising, which is frustrating.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “There are too many generic accounts created just for the purpose of promoting in-game purchases.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Users feel that the game would benefit from the addition of background music to enhance the overall experience.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “I love how the music perfectly matches the mood of each scene, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “The variety of tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, making me want to explore every corner of the game.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspiring and forgettable.”
- “The background music is too quiet and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience.”