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JUMANJI: The Curse Returns

Jumanji: The Curse Returns is a fun multiplayer card game, but there just isn’t enough reason to play it for very long.
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61%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
63% User Score Based on 64 reviews
Critic Score 55%Based on 1 reviews

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About JUMANJI: The Curse Returns

JUMANJI: The Curse Returns is a single player and multiplayer tactical management game with fantasy and kids themes. It was developed by Marmalade Game Studio Ltd and was released on September 1, 2021. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

A game for those who seek to find a way to leave their world behind… roll the dice, read the riddles and experience the board game from the original 1995 film in a contemporary digital style. The Jumanji game will summon a magical jungle and take over the town — unless you stop it!

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63%Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews
gameplay8 negative mentions
  • The game is fun with friends for a short period, similar to a quick party game like Uno.
  • The visuals and atmosphere are nostalgic and faithful to the original movie, making it enjoyable for fans.
  • The game has potential and could be a good casual experience if more content and variety were added.
  • The gameplay is extremely repetitive, with only one type of mini game that quickly becomes tedious.
  • The game lacks content and diversity, feeling more like a mobile app than a full PC game.
  • The pricing is considered outrageous for the limited content provided, leading to a poor value perception.

  • gameplay

    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    9% positive mentions, 67% neutral mentions, 24% negative mentions

    The gameplay is widely criticized for being shallow, repetitive, and lacking variety, with many reviewers noting that it fails to evolve despite attempts to introduce minor changes. While the game captures the essence of the source material and features appealing visuals, the monotonous card-based mechanics and limited encounter types detract from the overall experience. Despite its potential, the gameplay feels tedious and uninspired, leaving players wanting more depth and innovation.

    • “Fun party game that actually utilizes the board game mechanic straight out of the movie.”
    • “It's got potential... just put some time into the gameplay.”
    • “Such a shame too, the visuals and the atmosphere are definitely there; this really could have been something if the gameplay designer would have put in more effort.”
    • “The overall gameplay is fairly shallow and seriously repetitive.”
    • “But the gameplay is just so tedious, repetitive, and boring.”
    • “Repetitive gameplay with no variety.”

  • graphics

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    25% positive mentions, 37% neutral mentions, 38% negative mentions

    The graphics in the game are considered subpar compared to current industry standards, despite having potential in terms of atmosphere and visual design. Many players report significant lag issues that detract from gameplay, even with adjustments to settings, leading to hopes for future optimization updates. Overall, while the visuals show promise, they fall short of expectations and are hindered by performance problems.

    • “Such a shame too, the visuals and the atmosphere are definitely there; this really could have been something.”
    • “The minigame is the same each time, except with different visuals.”
    • “It's far below the state of the art visuals gamers expect as a result of their decisions.”
    • “Such a shame too, the visuals and the atmosphere are definitely there; this really could have been something if the gameplay designer had spent more time on it.”
    • “For me, the game tends to lag a lot, no matter how much I adjust the settings, which harshly affects gameplay. I'm hoping a future update will optimize the game to run smoother since the graphics aren't super complex.”

  • grinding

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, repetitive, and boring, leading to a lack of engagement and enjoyment in the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The gameplay is just so tedious, repetitive, and boring.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and lacks any real reward.”
    • “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over without any sense of progress.”

  • monetization

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The monetization of "Jumanji: The Curse Returns" has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users noting that it feels more like a mobile app poorly ported to Steam rather than a genuine PC game. The game's reliance on nostalgia from both the original 1990s film and the recent adaptations is seen as a tactic to exploit fans for profit.

    • “Jumanji: The Curse Returns is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it was a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers.”
    • “This mobile app is a weird mix of the 1990's film (which had a board game) but alludes to the characters from the more recent two films (starring 'The Rock' and 'Jack Black' etc).”

  • story

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's story loosely mirrors the plot of the film, featuring two distinct phases that contribute to the overall narrative experience.

  • replayability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    Reviewers indicate that while increased character and locale variety can enhance replayability, it does not guarantee a proportional increase in overall replay value. The depth of gameplay and engaging mechanics are also crucial factors in determining how often players will return to the game.

    • “Throwing three times the character and locale variety options at me as before will not automatically triple your replay value accordingly.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The atmosphere and visuals of the game are praised for their potential, creating an engaging environment that enhances the overall experience. However, this positive aspect is overshadowed by gameplay issues, suggesting that the atmosphere alone is not enough to elevate the game.

    • “The visuals and the atmosphere are definitely there; this really could have been something great.”
    • “Such a shame too, the visuals and the atmosphere are definitely there. This really could have been something if the gameplay designer had spent more time refining the experience.”
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55%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
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JUMANJI: The Curse Returns is a tactical management game with fantasy and kids themes. Common tags for JUMANJI: The Curse Returns include indie, family friendly, deckbuilding, tabletop, time management and others.

JUMANJI: The Curse Returns is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Phone, iPad and others.

JUMANJI: The Curse Returns was released on September 1, 2021.

JUMANJI: The Curse Returns was developed by Marmalade Game Studio Ltd.

JUMANJI: The Curse Returns has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players disliked JUMANJI: The Curse Returns for its gameplay.

JUMANJI: The Curse Returns is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Clue/Cluedo: Classic Edition, Ticket to Ride, Can't Drive This, Talisman, Small World and others.