Jett Rider

About

"Jett Rider" is a 2D action-adventure game following the unlikely hero Jett, a space sweeper who must save the planet Gravos and its people from a messy situation. The game features shooter action, exploration, humor, and impressive bosses. Upgrade your jetpack and skills, collect Golden Idols, and recycle space debris to progress through the game.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Jett Rider is a fun and charming indie game that combines shooting and platforming mechanics, reminiscent of classic titles like Solar Jetman.
The game features a variety of weapons, smooth controls, and a humorous story, making it an enjoyable experience for players.
With its retro graphics and engaging gameplay, Jett Rider is highly recommended for fans of platformers and offers a good amount of exploration and secrets.

Some players found the jetpack mechanic frustrating due to the need for frequent refreshing, and the levels can feel simplistic.
The game lacks adjustable difficulty settings, which may disappoint those looking for a tailored challenge.
There are issues with controls and physics that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences, particularly during boss fights.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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38%
13%
The gameplay in Jett Rider is praised for its fun and engaging shooting platformer mechanics, featuring a variety of weapons, skills, and challenging bosses that keep players entertained. While the responsive controls and unique graphic style enhance the experience, some players express frustration with the jetpack mechanic and occasional control issues. Overall, the game is described as charming, humorous, and challenging, making it a rewarding experience for fans of the genre.
- “Fun shooting platformer with enough variation in weapons and mechanics to keep it interesting.”
- “The graphic style is fun and unique, the music slaps, and the gameplay is responsive and intuitive.”
- “If you like the gameplay of shooting games and platform games, in Jett Rider you will have multiple weapons, different skills, intermediate bosses, final bosses, treasures, and secret paths.”
- “It's a mechanic where you have to be patient and hope that none of the control annoyances kills you and that you get lucky with the attack pattern.”
- “(can you guess how many times this mechanic has killed me?)”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
28%
17%
The music in the game has received high praise for its engaging and nostalgic quality, with many players expressing a desire for the soundtrack in their lives. While some noted that the tracks can be repetitive, they generally found the music to enhance the overall gameplay experience, contributing to a fun and entertaining atmosphere.
- “The graphic style is fun and unique, the music slaps, and the gameplay is responsive and intuitive.”
- “Level music is amazing, gameplay feels very nice, it's entertaining and has humor everywhere.”
- “I need the soundtrack in my life.”
- “The music is very repetitive but not too annoying.”
- “The same vibe to the music, gameplay, and world layout.”
- “Loved the music, not a fan of the jetpack mechanic having to frequently refresh.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its abundant humor, featuring witty dialogue, amusing cutscenes, and clever easter eggs that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the entertaining interactions, particularly between quirky characters like a garbage man and his machine wife, which add a unique charm. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect, contributing to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “Good sense of humor and a lot of little easter eggs laying around.”
- “Instead of reading boring default lines, this game offers more funny lines between a garbage man and his machine wife.”
- “And there is a lot of humor and craziness going on in this game.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is characterized as humorous and engaging, with a clear parody style that includes references to classic games and anime, appealing particularly to fans of "Cave Story." However, some players find it annoying due to its linear progression, which restricts exploration until the narrative allows it. Overall, the story is well-received for its fun cutscenes and dialogue, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its comedic elements.
- “Also with a good story and a lot of humor.”
- “Bosses were fun, a bit lacking in variety, as one of them gets used a few times, but it's still a really fun game with a nice story and some funny cutscenes and dialogue references.”
- “The story is very annoying, and it's clearly meant as a parody or a joke.”
- “There are a few references to very old games, a couple of animes, typical bad story tropes.”
- “The story leads you from one area to the next with no possibility to go somewhere you aren't supposed to be before the story lets you.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The graphics are praised for their fun and unique retro style, reminiscent of new school Amiga aesthetics. This distinctive visual approach complements the game's engaging music and responsive gameplay, creating an enjoyable overall experience.
- “The graphic style is fun and unique, the music slaps, and the gameplay is responsive and intuitive.”
- “I love the new school Amiga-style graphics.”
- “Graphics: retro”
- “Graphics: retro”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally note that there are no grinding achievements in the game, suggesting a focus on more engaging gameplay rather than repetitive tasks. This absence of grinding may enhance the overall experience by allowing players to progress without tedious repetition.