Jumping Jax

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Jumping Jax is a single player casual racing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Caos Creations and was released on November 16, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Jax is your teleporting cyborg corgi. A Cyborgi, if you will. Jax wants to play. To him, that means teleporting around the city while you chase after him! You'll have to use interesting movement mechanics (bunny-hopping, portals, bounce-pads and more!) to bring Jax home before dinner. Cyborgis still need their exercise - take Jax for a walk with the help of the Steam Workshop!

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Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

music2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Fun and challenging levels with interesting mechanics and a good vibe from the music.
Easy to learn but hard to master, making it appealing for both casual and dedicated players.
Free to play with the potential for user-generated content through Steam Workshop.

Some levels require a deep understanding of bhopping mechanics, which may deter casual players.
Minor bugs present, which could affect gameplay experience.
Performance issues on weaker PCs, requiring improvements for better accessibility.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as fun and challenging, featuring intricate movement mechanics reminiscent of bhopping from the Source engine, alongside engaging portal mechanics. While the game is currently in early access and has some bugs, it offers a rewarding experience that encourages players to master its mechanics, though the steep learning curve may benefit from additional tutorials and easier difficulty options for casual players. Overall, the combination of freedom, interesting mechanics, and a vibrant atmosphere contributes to a unique gaming experience.
- “Very fun and challenging game, love the mechanics, and the music is a nice vibe.”
- “A lot of freedom and interesting mechanics.”
- “The portal mechanics work extremely well, and overall these aspects combined together to create a brand new experience!”
- “This game behaves almost identically to bhopping in the source engine, so anyone familiar with the mechanics from those games would have a very easy time getting into Jumping Jax.”
- “They explained the controls and objectives well enough, but the mechanics themselves are so intricate that it would take many hours of practice before you could beat some of the other levels.”
- “Going forward, I think it will be very successful among the niche crowd it's designed to target, but could become more popular among the more casual crowd with the addition of some (optional) helper mechanics and some lower difficulty levels to ease the learning curve.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with players appreciating the modern aesthetic and nostalgic elements. While some users report satisfactory performance even on low settings, there is an expectation for further visual polish as the game progresses in early access. The unique color palette and accompanying music also enhance the overall visual experience.
- “Fast game with modern day graphics and easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “I like the black, white, and colors aesthetic to it, and the music is really neat.”
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics and easy controls that move from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “It's early access, so I expect a decent amount of polish down the line in terms of visuals and juice, but it's got the movement mechanics down to a tee so far.”
- “This brings the nostalgia back but with way better visuals.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate a mixed perception of the story, with some users questioning its depth and coherence, while others affirm its presence and engagement. Overall, the narrative seems to evoke varied responses, suggesting it may resonate differently with players.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its enjoyable vibe, complementing the fun and challenging mechanics, while the aesthetic of black, white, and colors enhances the overall experience.
- “Very fun and challenging game, love the mechanics, and the music is a nice vibe.”
- “I like the black, white, and colors aesthetic to it and the music is really neat.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “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.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users are requesting better optimization for the game, particularly to enhance performance on lower-end PCs.
- “I only ask for improved performance on weaker PCs.”
- “The game runs poorly even on high-end systems, which is frustrating.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, making it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is noted to be somewhat lacking, particularly with the portal mechanics, which exhibit bugs. However, reviewers are willing to overlook these issues due to the game's early access status.
- “The portal mechanics are interesting, but they tend to be quite buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered several stability issues that made the game frustrating to play, especially during critical moments.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the content without interruptions.”