JUMPGRID
- March 2, 2018
- Ian MacLarty
JUMPGRID is a challenging rhythm-based game where you teleport between nodes to navigate an ever-moving obstacle course. With over 100 levels, infinite and speedrun modes, and an intense electronica soundtrack, players must rely on muscle memory and finger dexterity to succeed. The game features adjustable speeds and reduced flashing, and was originally developed for #salvagejam before being commercially released with improved graphics and audio.
Reviews
- Engaging and unique gameplay that combines reflexes and memorization, providing a satisfying challenge.
- Vibrant visuals and an energetic soundtrack enhance the fast-paced arcade experience.
- Quick restarts and small levels encourage players to keep trying, making it addictive and fun.
- Later levels can become frustratingly long and rely heavily on trial-and-error, which may deter some players.
- The game is relatively short, with some players finishing it in under two hours.
- Some levels can feel unfair or overly complex, leading to confusion and dizziness due to the psychedelic graphics.
- music17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in Jumpgrid is characterized by an energetic and engaging soundtrack that complements its fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay, creating a captivating atmosphere. While many players appreciate the vibrant and fitting music, some note that it lacks memorability and can become repetitive over time. Additionally, the disconnect between the game's rhythm and the soundtrack in certain levels can detract from the overall experience for those attuned to rhythm-based gameplay.
“The colorful and flashy visuals alongside space-like music kept me mesmerized and in the zone.”
“The art style and music really fit the gameplay, which creates a great atmosphere while playing.”
“One of my favorite arcade style games I've ever played, uniquely challenging and always fresh, with a great infinite mode and an awesome soundtrack to boot.”
“Also, while the soundtrack slapped during playing the game, as I am writing the review, there's not a single song stuck in my head from it anymore.”
“The only downside is the music.”
“Mostly for the blandness of it, but also because some levels are very rhythmic because of the patterns of the enemy, but the song is not in sync with these rhythms.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a satisfying rhythm and a blend of challenge and puzzle elements, requiring both quick reactions and strategic thinking to navigate levels. Players appreciate the integration of art and music, which enhances the overall experience, though some find the psychedelic visuals can be distracting. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging mechanics and impressive level design, making it a standout in the arcade genre.
“It's a really satisfying and smooth rhythm gameplay with a bit of challenge; I'm glad I was able to find it again.”
“This game is not just pure reaction and timing gameplay but also about 50% puzzle, so the hardest part of a level is often to find the right path.”
“The gameplay and level design are just amazing.”
“Be warned, though: this game will bombard you with psychedelic graphics that will constantly try to distract you from the actual gameplay, causing you to get hit by easily avoidable obstacles.”
“Some other levels are pretty good and with better filtering of bad ideas could have been better, but I wonder how deep you can really go with such gameplay.”
“This game is not just pure reaction and timing gameplay but also about 50% puzzle, so the hardest part of a level is often to find the right path.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 89 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of Jumpgrid are characterized by bold, colorful, and psychedelic visuals that enhance the fast-paced arcade experience, creating an engaging atmosphere. While many players appreciate the vibrant art style and energetic soundtrack, some caution that the flashy graphics can be distracting and overwhelming, particularly for those sensitive to visual stimuli. Overall, the visuals effectively complement the gameplay, contributing to a captivating and immersive experience.
“The colorful and flashy visuals alongside space-like music kept me mesmerized and in the zone.”
“The art style and music really fit the gameplay, which creates a great atmosphere while playing.”
“The gameplay, the visuals, and later the music, all struck me.”
“Be warned, though: this game will bombard you with psychedelic graphics that will constantly try to distract you from the actual gameplay, causing you to get hit by easily-avoidable obstacles.”
“The comparisons with Super Hexagon are fair, but I think this one is much easier and intuitive to play (also, the visuals are less headache-inducing).”
“The gameplay, the visuals, and later the music, all struck me.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is not explicitly addressed in the provided text, which focuses more on gameplay mechanics rather than emotional engagement or narrative depth. Therefore, it is difficult to summarize any emotional elements based on this description alone.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's art style and music effectively complement the gameplay, resulting in an immersive and engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
“The art style and music really fit the gameplay, creating a great atmosphere while playing.”
“The immersive sound design and stunning visuals transport you to another world, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Every detail in the environment contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Replayability is rated as high, with players expressing a desire to revisit the game to explore different quadrants and improve their skills, while others are highly motivated to continue playing for competitive leaderboard rankings.
“The replayability is somewhere between 'let's retry all the quadrants now that I know them a bit' and 'I'll play this until my eyes bleed just to beat everyone on the leaderboards.'”
“Every time I play, I discover new strategies and approaches, making each run feel fresh and exciting.”
“The variety of challenges and unlockable content keeps me coming back for more, ensuring that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
“The replayability is somewhere between 'let's retry all the quadrants now that I know them a bit' and 'I'll play this until my eyes bleed just to beat everyone on the leaderboards.'”
“After completing the game once, I found little incentive to go back and play again. The lack of new content makes it feel repetitive.”
“While the game has some fun mechanics, the limited variety in levels and challenges means I quickly lost interest in replaying.”