Jones On Fire

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Jones On Fire is a single player casual racing game. It was developed by Glass Bottom Games and was released on March 27, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Jones on Fire" is a fast-paced, pixel art game where you play as a firefighter dog named Jones. Your mission is to rescue cute animals from a raging wildfire while avoiding obstacles and enemies. With its challenging gameplay and charming retro style, "Jones on Fire" offers a unique and exciting experience for fans of classic platformers.

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54%

Audience ScoreBased on 169 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding21 negative mentions

The game features a cute art style and charming concept of saving kittens from a fire, which appeals to cat lovers.
The gameplay is simple and addictive, making it a fun time-waster for short sessions.
The upgrade system allows for progression, and the game can be enjoyable in small doses despite its simplicity.

The game becomes repetitive and grindy quickly, with upgrades requiring excessive time and effort to obtain.
The camera is poorly designed, often causing frustration by not showing upcoming obstacles clearly.
Many players find the gameplay lacks depth and variety, making it feel like a mobile game rather than a polished PC experience.

gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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62%
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The gameplay has been described as initially cute and engaging but quickly becomes repetitive and grindy, leading to frustration as progression slows significantly after the first few upgrades. While some players appreciate the simple mechanics and addictive nature, many find the lack of variety and depth in the gameplay loop disappointing, making it hard to stay invested for long periods. Overall, the gameplay is seen as bland and uninspired, with a few redeeming qualities but ultimately failing to maintain interest.
- “It has a very original graphical style and addictive gameplay since you can upgrade your character by getting the cats during the game.”
- “The hazard multiplier is a pretty interesting mechanic, rewarding you more for harder levels.”
- “It's got tight gameplay and controls, a unique (and uniquely suiting) visual aesthetic, and a nice dose of humor and cuteness to boot.”
- “Cute for about an hour, then it becomes obvious how grindy it is if you want to actually complete/100% the game while the gameplay loop becomes increasingly boring and frustrating.”
- “Progression is way too slow after a certain point, the gameplay loop doesn't justify the tedious grind it would take to further progress after you get the first 1-2 tiers of upgrades.”
- “The gameplay is not exciting enough to warrant playing it for more than a couple of hours, but I've had to stick it out for more than 25, as I'm an idiot who wanted to get all of the pointless achievements.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cute and original art style, while others criticize the low-quality visuals and simplistic design reminiscent of mobile games. Many find the pixelated graphics and off-center camera challenging, detracting from the overall gameplay experience. Despite these criticisms, some players enjoy the charming aesthetic and bright, cartoony visuals, noting that they add personality to the game.
- “It has a very original graphical style and addictive gameplay since you can upgrade your character by getting the cats during the game.”
- “Jones on fire is adorable; the art style is lovely, it controls well, and it's just super charming.”
- “The graphics are simple but have a lot of personality -- and, considering it's just a big red rectangle, that wall of fire is horrifying.”
- “While the game does feature 4K graphics courtesy of the Unity engine, there's no acceptable excuse for the terrible low quality 'art' presented here.”
- “You can play endless runner games with better graphics than this for free on mobile.”
- “A rather poorly executed runner with simplistic graphics and nauseating camera work.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and reminiscent of classic titles like Pokémon, while others describe it as repetitive, annoying, and lacking variety. Many users noted that the soundtrack can become grating over time, leading some to mute the game entirely. Overall, while there are moments of charm in the music, it often fails to leave a lasting positive impression.
- “The music has a really great old school vibe, sounds like something you might find in a Pokémon or Kirby game.”
- “The music is decent and it is sort of funky.”
- “Just the right amount of simplicity and difficulty, tons of fun to play in bite-sized sessions, plus the music and sound design is great.”
- “I've experienced the music as annoying and the sound effects as getting old really quick; within 20 minutes I essentially muted the game.”
- “There's not enough music variety and the constant meowing when picking up cats (the collectible currency) gets annoying.”
- “Also, the soundtrack is going to make you wish you were deaf.”
grinding
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews consistently highlight that the game becomes excessively grindy after an initial period of enjoyment, with players expressing frustration over slow progression and repetitive gameplay. Many feel that the grind required for upgrades and achievements is tedious and unfulfilling, leading to a lack of motivation to continue. Overall, while some players appreciate grinding in enjoyable games, the overwhelming consensus is that this game fails to justify the effort required.
- “Cute for about an hour, then it becomes obvious how grindy it is if you want to actually complete/100% the game while the gameplay loop becomes increasingly boring and frustrating.”
- “Progression is way too slow after a certain point, the gameplay loop doesn't justify the tedious grind it would take to further progress after you get the first 1-2 tiers of upgrades.”
- “A bland and repetitive runner game with lots of grinding and unfair obstacle arrangements.”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
68%
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The game's story revolves around a firefighter on a mission to save kittens amidst chaotic levels, offering a motivational theme about perseverance and unexpected life challenges. While players appreciate the engaging concept and art style, many criticize the repetitive and poorly designed quests that often require players to fail intentionally, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the narrative experience. Despite the potential for a compelling story, the execution leaves much to be desired, with a lack of variety and meaningful progression in missions.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Even the other game this company has made, Hot Tin Roof (which I also own), has a lot of plot and storytelling, which is fine when you're in the mood for that.”
- “She's a firefighter and your mission is to guide her along frenzied levels in flames and save the largest possible number of kittens.”
- “If the levels or quests had more variety, this grind would be justified; the same gameplay loop repeated without any changes is poor.”
- “I do not think that designing quests that tally failures (getting burned and tripping over logs) is good game design.”
- “These quests are also poorly designed.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a mixed bag; while some players find it funny and enjoyable, others feel it falls flat and lacks originality compared to older free titles. Overall, the game is considered addictive and features a charming aesthetic that complements its humorous elements.
- “Quite funny and addicting game to be honest.”
- “It's got tight gameplay and controls, a unique (and uniquely suiting) visual aesthetic, and a nice dose of humor and cuteness to boot.”
- “Addicting, humorous, and lots of fun.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized due to buggy camera behavior, particularly during jumps and fast-paced levels, which can lead to disorientation and collisions with unseen obstacles. Overall, players find the game unfinished and repetitive, suggesting it may be worth purchasing on sale despite its issues.
- “The camera is buggy, and when you jump, it may not actually follow you for a while, causing you to run into things you can't see.”
- “Unfinished, repetitive, and buggy.”
- “The camera can be buggy and snaps around when levels get too fast.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game resonates deeply with players, evoking powerful feelings of nostalgia and familial bonds, particularly in moments that highlight the stakes of personal choices and their impact on loved ones. The narrative effectively captures the intensity of such pivotal moments, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
- “I was about 10 years old when my mother said to him, 'If you ever want to see your grandchildren graduate, you have to stop immediately.' Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”