Jonah's Path

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Jonah's Path is a single player action game. It was developed by Ionut Lucian Achiricioaei and was released on July 7, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A short immersive Virtual Reality experience placed somewhere between Jupiter's moon Europa and Jonah the biblical story.

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Single-Player

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and an immersive atmosphere, creating a dreamlike experience.
It tackles deep emotional themes such as depression and self-acceptance, providing a thought-provoking narrative.
As a free experience, it offers a unique visual journey that is worth checking out for those interested in artistic VR content.

The game lacks meaningful gameplay and interactivity, functioning more as a non-interactive VR video than a traditional game.
Players have reported difficulties in starting the game and navigating the VR setup, leading to a frustrating experience.
The pacing is slow, and the experience is short, leaving some players feeling underwhelmed and confused by the abrupt ending.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their beauty and smooth framerate, creating an immersive experience. However, some users question the necessity of high-end hardware to run the game effectively. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point of the game.
- “The graphics are pretty dang good!”
- “I enjoyed the visuals.”
- “The graphics are cool, and the sounds are pretty immersive as well.”
- “I don't see why it needs a high-end graphics card.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay aspect has been criticized for lacking meaningful interactions and gameplay loops, with users expressing that it does not provide a traditional gaming experience. In contrast, one user simply states that it is "just gameplay," suggesting a minimalistic approach. Overall, the feedback indicates a significant deficiency in engaging gameplay elements.
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
- “There are no gameplay loops in this software, no 'gameplay', no meaningful game-like interaction.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized by a deep, atmospheric quality that blends elements of horror and awe, creating a unique auditory experience reminiscent of both monster movies and inspiring documentaries.
- “The deep background music creates an atmosphere that feels like a blend of a horror monster movie and an awe-inspiring documentary.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the emotional experience and immersing players in the world.”
- “Each track is thoughtfully composed, adding depth and intensity to every moment of the game.”
- “The deep background music makes it sound like a cross between a horror monster movie and an awe-inspiring documentary.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, detracting from the overall experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that the story aspect is either unclear or not well-defined, with some users questioning its presence or coherence. Overall, it seems that the narrative may lack depth or engagement, leaving players wanting more from the storyline.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game experiences stability issues, particularly noting glitches and freezes towards the end, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “It's a little short, and glitches/freezes up at the end.”