JumpJet Rex

A great speedrunner that does the little things right and plays to a certain style of charm.

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JumpJet Rex is a dinosaur-themed action platformer game. Players control Rex, a jetpack-wearing dinosaur, as he blasts through levels, avoids obstacles, and battles enemies. With hand-crafted levels and a variety of challenges, JumpJet Rex offers a fun and engaging experience for fans of the platformer genre.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 171 reviews

music27 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

JumpJet Rex features tight and responsive controls, making it enjoyable to navigate through challenging levels.
The game offers a charming retro aesthetic with colorful graphics and a catchy chiptune soundtrack, evoking nostalgia for classic platformers.
With a variety of levels, collectibles, and customization options for the character, the game provides ample replayability and caters to both casual players and speedrunners.

The level design can feel repetitive and lacks variety, leading to a sense of monotony in gameplay.
Some players have reported technical issues, including bugs with controller support and occasional performance problems.
The difficulty spikes in later levels can be frustrating, especially for players aiming for no-death runs or speedrun challenges.

music
51 mentions
53 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in "Jump Jet Rex" is widely praised for its catchy, upbeat chiptune soundtrack that evokes nostalgia and complements the game's vibrant graphics and engaging gameplay. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to enhance the overall experience, with many noting that it remains enjoyable without becoming repetitive. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The music is awesome too.”
- “The soundtrack is really great, the background music gets stuck in your head and the sound effects feel good.”
- “Jump Jet Rex is a great 2D retro style platformer, with great music, great levels, and fun gameplay.”
- “The music is... lackluster.”
- “They're simply mediocre at best, and if a glitch occurred that would have muted the music, I probably wouldn't have minded.”
- “The soundtrack is downright filthy.”
graphics
26 mentions
46 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and colorful 16-bit retro art style, reminiscent of classic titles from the Sega Genesis and SNES eras. Players appreciate the cute character designs and nostalgic aesthetic, although some note that in-level graphics can be bland compared to the overall artwork. Overall, the visuals contribute to a fun and inviting atmosphere, appealing particularly to fans of retro gaming.
- “The game boasts a gorgeous hand-drawn 16-bit retro art style that harkens back to the old days of the Sega Genesis.”
- “The art style is super cute - I just love my lil' rex with his lil' cyborg eyepatch - did I mention you can dress up and customize rex?”
- “This game has great graphics, precise controls, and an awesome soundtrack.”
- “So although the game is very aesthetically pleasing, that minor detail makes it unplayable, in my opinion.”
- “Certainly the music and the graphics are not for everyone but if you are fond of 8-bit music and graphics, there is no reason against JumpJet Rex.”
- “Graphics are decent.”
gameplay
25 mentions
36 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Jump Jet Rex is characterized by its fluid mechanics and intuitive controls, reminiscent of classic platformers with a unique twist of space-themed underwater movement. Players enjoy a fast-paced, addictive experience enhanced by charming graphics and a catchy soundtrack, while the game offers a variety of features including collectibles, co-op play, and speed-running mechanics. Overall, the gameplay is simple to learn yet challenging to master, providing a rewarding experience that encourages replayability.
- “Very fun twist on platforming, with fluid mechanics and cute graphics/design.”
- “The gameplay is fun, the music is great, and the sprite work is amazing.”
- “Every game mechanic is spot-on and well thought out, from checkpoints and waypoints to coin and star collection; nothing is needlessly grindy or unnecessarily obtuse.”
- “The setting is in space, but the gameplay is essentially like an underwater level from any platforming game, for the entire game.”
- “The bosses mix up the gameplay a bit but they are too far spread out.”
- “The level mechanics (so far) don't change too much and it is based mostly on how you maneuver Rex with the main actions: jump, fly up, fly sideways, fall, and tail spin.”
story
12 mentions
17 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The story in "Jumpjet Rex" is described as short and simplistic, focusing on a lighthearted premise of a T-Rex on a mission to save the world from an asteroid. While some players appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic SNES games, others find the narrative lacking depth and coherence. Overall, the game prioritizes gameplay mechanics over a complex storyline, which may not be a drawback for all players.
- “The graphics bring me right back to my childhood, as does the music, the sound effects, and the storyline.”
- “Weird but nice and super short story.”
- “The story is lame.”
- “The only negative I could think of might be story related.”
- “Remember when they had ridiculous nonsensical storylines, lovable characters, and cheery background music?”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find certain achievements grindy and tedious, others appreciate that most mechanics are well-designed and avoid unnecessary grinding. Boss fights can feel trivialized by specific strategies, but overall, the grind for collectibles like stars can be challenging.
- “Not a fan of some of the grindy achievements, but they're optional and most of the achievements are good.”
- “[Grinding out the last 20 or so stars is rough]”
- “The bosses all have a trick to them that basically trivializes them, but fighting them any other way is tedious.”
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is lacking, with bland level design and controls that are functional but not well-suited for time trials. Additionally, performance issues with the engine have been highlighted as a significant concern.
- “The level design feels bland overall, and the controls are workable but not optimized for time trials.”
- “One main problem is the engine's performance.”
replayability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, particularly for players seeking challenges and those who enjoy split-screen co-op. With various level challenges designed for completionists, it encourages multiple playthroughs to fully experience its content.
- “There's lots of replayability for those who want to challenge themselves, especially with the added split-screen co-op feature.”
- “The levels offer different challenges that you need to complete, providing a great sense of replayability for completionists.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, users find the game's stability to be solid, with frustrations stemming more from legitimate challenges rather than technical glitches or artificial difficulty.
- “Admittedly, as an adult it's not my favorite, as it can be frustrating at times, particularly when attempting to obtain some treasures in the game, though it is due to a legitimate toughness as opposed to any glitches or nigh-impossible fake difficulty.”
- “Glitches”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a desire for more emotionally engaging and wholesome graphics in the game, suggesting that the current design may not fully resonate with players on an emotional level. The gameplay, while structured with regular and boss levels, lacks the depth needed to evoke stronger feelings.
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its engaging boss designs and the ability to customize characters, which also pays homage to older games, enhancing the overall experience.
- “I loved the boss designs and the ability to customize my character, along with the subtle homage to older games in terms of character design and other elements.”
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing for meaningful choices that impact the story and relationships.”
- “I appreciate how the game allows my character to evolve based on my decisions, making each playthrough feel unique and personal.”