Jungle Rumble

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Jungle Rumble is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Reduc corp and was released on May 2, 2021. It received negative reviews from players.

Jungle Rumble mixes elements of real-time strategy with rhythm-based gameplay.

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31%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music2 negative mentions

The music and graphics create a vibrant and engaging experience, making the game enjoyable.
The gameplay is smooth and addictive, with a fun rhythm and puzzle-solving element.
The pixel art style is interesting and adds charm to the platforming experience.

The game lacks a tutorial, controls are poorly designed, and there is no options menu.
It feels like a low-effort asset flip with minimal development and creativity involved.
The game is very short and can be completed quickly, leading to a lack of depth and replayability.

graphics
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The graphics are praised for their vibrant and colorful design, effectively complementing the game's music to create an engaging experience. However, there are some minor exceptions noted that detract from the overall quality.
- “The music and graphics blend together like peanut butter and jelly, creating a wild and colorful experience.”
- “The only thing I will give the game props for is the music and visuals, as they are well made with some exceptions.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its vibrant and engaging quality, complementing the visuals to create a cohesive and immersive experience. While generally well-received, there are some minor exceptions noted by players.
- “The music and graphics blend together like peanut butter and jelly, creating a wild and colorful experience.”
- “The only thing I will give the game props for is the music and visuals, as they are well made with some exceptions.”
- “[0.1] sound & music”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics and simple yet challenging levels, making it well-suited for gamepad use. However, some players find it lacks depth and becomes monotonous quickly, suggesting a disparity in quality and engagement.
- “The gameplay is as smooth as a monkey swinging from vine to vine.”
- “An interesting pixel art platformer, simple gameplay, but challenging levels; the perfect game for a gamepad.”
- “This game feels like something someone paid $5 on Fiverr to make; the gameplay gets boring pretty fast.”
- “The mechanics are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
- “There is a lack of variety in the gameplay, leading to repetitive and dull experiences.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of Jungle Rumble has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users labeling it a "template flip" that offers little value for its $11 price tag. This approach not only reflects a lack of originality and effort but also negatively impacts the visibility of legitimate indie developers on platforms like Steam.
- “Jungle Rumble is a 'template flip'; it's a game that has been produced by copying a game template from GameMaker Studio, changing a few things, then dumping the barely functional 'product' on Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab.”
- “If there's any doubt about this being nothing but a lazy, greedy cash grab, the insane $11 USD for a GameMaker asset flip should be warning enough.”
- “They're nothing but cash grabs, and they harm genuine indie developers by reducing their visibility on Steam.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story, exemplified by the "Frog Story," is crafted by the developers of the "Pixel Adventure 1" asset, showcasing a creative narrative that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The game features a captivating story that draws players in and keeps them engaged throughout.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, providing a unique experience that enhances gameplay.”
- “The character development and plot twists make the story truly memorable and enjoyable.”
- “The game story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any meaningful twists or character development.”
- “I found the story to be shallow and uninspired, leaving me wanting more depth and complexity.”