Joe 'n Jo

About

Joe 'n Jo is a physics-based platformer starring two tethered giraffes, Joe and Jo. Players can embark on this whimsical journey alone or with a friend, tackling diverse environments that require coordination, patience, and problem-solving skills. Synchronized actions and effective communication are key when playing with a partner, as levels become increasingly complex. Giraffe locomotion mastery is essential for overcoming obstacles and puzzles in this charming and challenging adventure.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 426 reviews

humor18 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game is great for chaotic and funny times, especially when played with friends.
It offers a unique and challenging gameplay experience with interesting mechanics and controls.
The graphics and art style are praised, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.

The game can be extremely frustrating and may ruin friendships due to its difficulty and lack of checkpoints.
There are significant performance issues, including lag and poor optimization, making it hard to play.
Many players report that the level design is painful and can lead to feelings of anger and despair.

humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as chaotic and entertaining, with moments that can evoke genuine laughter, particularly from the absurdity of the gameplay. However, some players find that the humor can wear thin when faced with frustrating mechanics, leading to a mix of enjoyment and rage. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a funny challenge, despite some players feeling that certain elements detract from the fun.
- “Good for chaotic and funny times.”
- “Highly recommended for anyone looking for a funny challenge.”
- “Watching these two goofballs cartwheel through the meadows strapped together made me laugh and put a genuine smile on my face.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The gameplay is praised for its smooth controls, appealing graphics, and engaging mechanics, though it is noted to be quite challenging, even for experienced players. Reviewers recommend starting on easy difficulty to grasp the game mechanics before tackling harder modes, as the initial challenges can be overwhelming. Some players expressed a desire for more introductory challenges to ease into the gameplay experience.
- “Overall, really nice controls and smooth gameplay!”
- “It has pretty nice graphics, interesting gameplay, and cool physics.”
- “The gameplay is actually pretty challenging, even for someone with a lot of gaming experience.”
- “There are some subtle things about its mechanics that you have to learn in order to progress, but the first challenge is too hard.”
- “I'd suggest playing it on easy difficulty (solo) first to understand game mechanics and only after that play it on hard mode (with a friend).”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals and physics as impressive, while others criticize the performance, describing it as laggy and poorly optimized. Additionally, there are complaints about the lack of graphic settings and inconsistent quality, leading to a frustrating experience for some users. Overall, the graphics seem to be a point of contention, with significant variation in player experiences.
- “Great graphics”
- “It has pretty nice graphics, interesting gameplay, and cool physics.”
- “The game says you need a GTX 660 graphics card, but mine is much better than that and the game ran at around 6 frames per second.”
- “Terrible level design, terrible graphics; I need to see my kids again, it has been forever.”
- “So laggy, no graphic settings.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players describe the game as an emotional roller coaster, highlighting its genuinely fun and wholesome nature. The emotionally gripping story significantly enhances the experience, compensating for any gameplay shortcomings, with some suggesting that it could be even more enjoyable under the influence of psychedelics. Overall, it has received high praise, with ratings around 9/10.
- “Never before have I experienced such an emotional roller coaster.”
- “The emotionally gripping story really makes up for the lack of a dying hole; 9/10.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues, such as running at only 40fps on capable hardware and even dropping to 5fps for some players. Many have noted that their systems can handle other demanding titles without problems, highlighting a stark contrast in performance. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be severely lacking.
- “Very bad optimization; my laptop can run Forza Horizon 4 with medium settings at 60 fps or higher, but in this game, it runs at 40 fps. I couldn't play it with my friend who is playing at 5 fps!”
- “Terrible optimization; at the end of part 2, I had 10 fps on a setup that can run AAA games without an issue.”
- “Terrible optimization; at the end of part 2, I had 10 fps on a setup that can run AAA games without an issue.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its emotional depth and engaging lore, particularly highlighting the relationship between the characters Joe and his brother Jo. Reviewers find the narrative compelling enough to compensate for other gameplay shortcomings, with ratings around 9/10 reflecting strong approval.
- “The emotionally gripping story really makes up for the lack of a dying hole; 9/10.”
- “I really enjoyed the deep lore and expansive story of Joe and his brother Jo.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with players noting that it significantly enhances their immersion and engagement, complementing the impressive art style.
- “The art in the game is incredible, as well as the background music. This is the most locked in I've ever been.”