Jumbo Airport Story

About

In Jumbo Airport Story, design and manage your own bustling airport, from building terminals and runways to managing shops and restaurants. Keep your passengers happy by providing top-notch services and accommodations, while striving to expand and upgrade your airport to accommodate growing demand. With intuitive and engaging gameplay, this is a must-play for fans of tycoon and simulation games.

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Play Modes

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

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 882 reviews

story8 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing and addictive experience with no microtransactions or ads, making it enjoyable for casual play.
Players appreciate the ability to rearrange facilities without cost, enhancing the management aspect of the game.
The pixel art and overall design are charming, contributing to a fun and engaging atmosphere.

Many players find the inability to rotate buildings in all directions frustrating, limiting their design options.
The game ends after 10 in-game years, which some feel is too short and leaves them wanting more content.
There are issues with AI pathfinding, causing passengers and planes to take inefficient routes, which can disrupt gameplay.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
56%
12%
The story in "Jumbo Airport Story" is generally well-received for its engaging and casual gameplay, reminiscent of other Kairosoft titles. However, many players express disappointment with its brevity, feeling that the narrative concludes before they can fully explore the game's potential. Overall, while the game is enjoyable and addictive, players desire more content and longer story arcs.
- “I've played 6 or 7 of them now and frankly this is easily the best along with the burger story.”
- “I really enjoy all of the Kairosoft story games.”
- “Very addicting and the plot might still be the same but I am still excited creating my own airport!”
- “Story ends before they give you enough resources to really do anything.”
- “Story is too short and need more type of planes!”
- “10 years in game for save carryover is not long enough; it definitely needs to be longer.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
55%
15%
The gameplay in "Jumbo Airport Story" is characterized by a satisfying blend of building mechanics and exploration, allowing players to discover and master various systems as they develop their airport. While the mechanics are engaging and the gameplay is smooth and casual, some users noted a lack of clarity in certain aspects, such as scenery and facility management. Overall, the game offers a solid and enjoyable experience, particularly for fans of Kairosoft's style, though improvements in guidance and additional features could enhance the experience further.
- “The game mechanics continue to build through the midgame as you try to build your own airport.”
- “Enjoyment is about discovering for yourself how to master the mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, fun, and importantly, you can play it in quick little bursts.”
- “Would be great if there was extra clarification on mechanics like scenery, popularity, etc. Also, clear routes to shops and facilities would be beneficial, as well as being able to rotate all the way instead of just two ways.”
- “Can have very slow gameplay at certain moments.”
- “Really solid gameplay as usual from Kairosoft, even though this is somewhat of a 'mall' game rather than an airport-focused one. Please update the game for more planes and a second floor so my airport wouldn't be as cramped.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The monetization model of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of microtransactions and advertisements, allowing for a more enjoyable and immersive experience. Players value the straightforward upfront payment approach, which enhances replayability without the pressure of in-app purchases or forced spending. Overall, the game is seen as a refreshing example of how to implement monetization effectively.
- “No microtransactions, no ads, just a chill vibe.”
- “Glad there are no ads or forceful ways to make you buy more into the game.”
- “Also disappointing to only have 1 type of advertising for such a large airport.”
- “This is how games should be made: no microtransactions, no timed abilities, just pay money up front and enjoy.”
- “Love no in-app purchases.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the excellent hand-drawn visuals and charming art style, others feel that the graphics could be improved, particularly in the pixel genre. Notably, the airplanes are highlighted as having superior graphics. Despite some criticisms, many users express a strong appreciation for the game's aesthetic appeal.
- “Gameplay, animation, and graphics are excellent.”
- “The game has amazing graphics which have been hand drawn by a design team and you can definitely tell they put a lot of passion into what they do.”
- “Super cute game, the graphics are always amazing!”
- “Fair graphics, could be better even for the pixel genre; the airplanes have the best graphics.”
- “Plenty to do and manage, but the graphics could use improvement.”
- “The graphics are fair, but they don't stand out, especially compared to other games in the pixel genre.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
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The game is praised for its strong replayability, particularly due to the enjoyable mechanics of arranging the airport layout and the overall engaging experience it offers. Players appreciate the absence of ads and the quality typical of Kairosoft games, contributing to its lasting appeal.
- “Overall a great buy with good replay value.”
- “Another quality Kairosoft game with lots of replay value, with no ads and a great ambient experience.”
- “As far as Kairosoft games go, this has good replayability.”
- “I don't know how replayable it will be, but arranging the layout of your airport is pretty fun.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the game's music, highlighting the lack of an option to turn it off and the presence of a forced intro that compounds the issue. The absence of clear settings for audio control detracts from the overall experience.
- “Ugh, that music has no obvious option to turn it off, and then there's a forced intro with still no obvious settings or other option to mute the music.”
- “Ugh, that music has no obvious option to turn it off, and then there's a forced intro with still no obvious settings or other option to mute the music.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be well-balanced, offering a satisfying pace that avoids excessive repetition while still providing enough content to engage them.
- “It's not too grindy but not too quickly finished either, just right.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional stability issues, particularly during mid to late gameplay when the influx of planes can lead to bugs and performance hiccups.
- “It can be a bit buggy at times, especially mid to late game when you get overwhelmed with planes trying to taxi and take off.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted that the game features effective battery optimization, allowing for extended playtime without significant drain on device power.
- “I think they optimized the battery consumption when the game is running, which is nice.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is consistently described as funny, indicating that players find the comedic elements engaging and entertaining.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates absurd situations and quirky characters that add a unique comedic flair to the experience.”
- “The puns and playful banter between characters are so well-written, making even the most serious moments feel light-hearted and fun.”