Jettomero: Hero of the Universe

Jettomero: Hero of the Universe arrests with its vision of the beauty of stars and planets, as well as the sheer heart of the blank-faced machine you share your journey with.

73%Game Brain Score

gameplay, story

atmosphere, optimization

84% User Score Based on 83 reviews

Critic Score 64%Based on 9 reviews

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About

In Jettomero: Hero of the Universe, you play as a giant, clumsy robot traveling through space. Your mission is to protect planets from destructive megacite machines while trying to discover your own identity. With a procedurally generated universe, each playthrough brings new challenges and adventures.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Jettomero: Hero of the Universe screenshot

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Jettomero features a stunning art style and a captivating soundtrack that create a beautiful and immersive experience.
The game offers a charming and lighthearted narrative, with a lovable protagonist that evokes sympathy and humor.
Exploration and customization elements provide a fun, albeit simple, gameplay loop that allows players to enjoy the universe at their own pace.

The gameplay is repetitive, with a lack of variety in mechanics and environments, leading to a feeling of monotony over time.
Controls can be clunky, especially for keyboard users, and the game is primarily designed for controller play, which may frustrate some players.
The short length of the game, combined with its simplistic gameplay, may leave players feeling that it doesn't offer enough content to justify its price.

gameplay
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
76%
8%
The gameplay in "Jettomero" is characterized by its simplicity and repetitiveness, with players primarily engaging in exploration and basic quick-time events. While the charming visuals and soundtrack enhance the experience, many reviewers noted that the lack of variety and depth in gameplay mechanics leads to a sense of monotony, despite the game's short runtime. Overall, the game is seen as more focused on its artistic presentation than on delivering a compelling gameplay experience.
- “Great soundtrack with space-y and retro synth sounds, lovely visuals with a great cel-shaded look, and a fun straightforward exploratory/action gameplay loop.”
- “Gameplay is simple but provides an enjoyable mix: you run around planets, you fly around space, and solve decoder-style puzzles.”
- “It's short, and the gameplay is rudimentary, but it's immensely entertaining and endearing.”
- “I really want to like Jettomero for its charming concept and story, but its gameplay is incredibly shallow.”
- “Unfortunately, the main gameplay loop gets rather repetitive really quickly, but since the game is so short and oozes charm, it's not too bad.”
- “The story is engaging for a bit until you see where it's clearly going, and the gameplay loop is absolutely painful past the first few levels - it's just a constant repetitive loop of entering a new solar system, landing on a few planets, and then collecting energy crystals until you have enough to fly off to a different planet.”
story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
73%
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The story of "Jettomero: Hero of the Universe" is characterized as charming and whimsical, focusing on a lovable robot's journey of self-discovery and the consequences of its well-meaning actions. While the narrative is engaging and unfolds like a comic book, many players find it predictable and simplistic, with gameplay that can become repetitive. Despite its shortcomings, the story's emotional depth and visual presentation resonate with players, making it a notable aspect of the game.
- “A surprisingly poignant story about self-discovery, life, and ultimately what it means to be human.”
- “Jettomero: Hero of the Universe is a very sweet and charming story.”
- “The story unfolds like a comic book, with superhero pacing that can only leave you feeling pumped up!”
- “The story is pretty much a collectible too.”
- “Cute robot, but the story is kinda predictable, and gameplay manages to get old fast, even though the game is fairly short.”
- “There's no actual gameplay or narrative; it's just fly around, walk around; occasionally do some quick time events then read a piece of the story and move on to the next planet.”
music
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
42%
6%
The music in the game is widely praised for its captivating and atmospheric qualities, featuring a blend of spacey synth sounds and diverse tracks that enhance the overall experience. Many players find the soundtrack to be a standout element, creating a relaxing and immersive environment that complements the game's beautiful visuals. While some critiques mention gameplay issues, the music remains a highlight, often described as soothing and reminiscent of classic gaming soundtracks.
- “Great soundtrack with space-y and retro synth sounds, lovely visuals with a great cel-shaded look, and a fun straightforward exploratory/action gameplay loop.”
- “Spacey and dreamlike with plenty of variety; each planet in a solar system has its own musical identity.”
- “The soundtrack brings this all in full circle as it evokes the feeling as if you're traveling through the universe and stumbling on planets.”
- “It's a shame because the presentation, music, and possibly gameplay have potential, but alas the game is infuriating to play with these poor controls - so it's a refund for me.”
- “When I did shut down the game, I felt an urge to dig my music library for some Bogdan Raczynski, Arovane, and Jega tunes that I hadn't been listening to for a long time.”
- “It is deeply rooted in this electronica scene, and well, it's fine music for yet another stroll on a distant world.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
29%
9%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning art style, which combines cel-shaded visuals with a comic book aesthetic, creating a charming and nostalgic experience. Players appreciate the variety of camera filters that enhance the visual experience, allowing for creative experimentation. Overall, the game's visuals, complemented by a fitting soundtrack, contribute to a delightful and immersive atmosphere, despite some critiques regarding gameplay variety.
- “The art style is just incredible.”
- “The visuals are absolutely great as it gives players the feeling that it is in a comic book with each stylized cutscene.”
- “Saving what I think is the best for last--jettomero's art style is...well, stunningly gorgeous.”
- “However, the style of artwork and battle had little variety.”
- “Game has a very nice style in graphics and mechanics, but it gets boring extremely quickly.”
- “Not a lot of variation in the gameplay, but its aesthetic makes up for it.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The atmosphere of Jettomero is a standout feature, characterized by its unique art style and engaging music that create a whimsical and relaxed environment. While the gameplay can be repetitive, the charming visuals and the experience of navigating as a clumsy robot contribute significantly to the overall enjoyment. The game's vibrant galaxies and detailed planets enhance its immersive quality, making the atmosphere a key highlight.
- “Jettomero is a quick, simple game that thrives on its atmosphere.”
- “The galaxies bring a unique look, as the sun can vary in color, each very appealing; planets from afar resemble the sun with their atmosphere giving off millions of dots, and as you get closer, they become more detailed, revealing buildings and the weather they might have at that point.”
- “From the heavily stylized art to the great atmospheric music, the only downside is the repetitiveness that slightly detracts from the experience.”
- “Jettomero is a quick, simple game that lives from its atmosphere.”
- “Gameplay is repetitive, but the atmosphere makes up for it.”
- “The galaxies bring in a unique look as the sun can vary in color, each very appealing; planets from afar look more like the sun with their atmosphere giving off millions of dots, and once you get closer, you can see the buildings and the weather it might have at that point.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be a standout feature, describing it as a wholesome experience that evokes a blend of happiness and sadness. Despite a predictable script, the game's music, graphics, and overall design create a heartfelt atmosphere that resonates deeply, making players feel at home. The combination of melancholic and good-humored tones further enhances the emotional impact, contributing to a memorable gaming experience.
- “The script is a bit predictable, but everything else (music, graphics, stylistic consistency, comic design, gameplay + length of the game) fits together and blends into one of the most wholesome experiences in gaming.”
- “Little light on actual gameplay, but I don't know, this game just made me smile and it was sad and heartwarming at the same time.”
- “Instead, it instantaneously made me feel at home.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is highlighted through its witty comic panels and a lighthearted take on serious themes like armageddon, making players laugh throughout their experience. The self-aware commentary on vanity collectibles adds an extra layer of fun, contributing to an overall whimsical and entertaining atmosphere.
- “I enjoy a few humorous comic panels about a cautionary tale of Armageddon and mechanized introspection.”
- “You'll spend most of your time laughing, by the way.”
- “I have to say, it made me laugh how upfront the game was about the vanity of these collectibles too.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users noting that it could have been improved, particularly regarding performance and control issues. While it has its charms, these shortcomings hinder the overall experience and prevent it from reaching its full potential.
- “Could've been optimized a bit better, but overall a nice little game.”
- “The lack of content, some control issues, and performance problems hold back Jettomero from meeting its potential, resulting in an experience that's quite throwaway, despite its charms.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frustrating lag and stuttering that detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
- “Even on high-end systems, the performance is inconsistent, making it hard to fully immerse in the gameplay.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers limited replayability primarily due to its two endings, but encourages exploration through the discovery of wardrobe accessories, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The use of your legs is simply to discover wardrobe accessories for the small replay value beyond the two endings.”
- “It truly ups the replay value and encourages you to wander.”