Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection
- November 22, 2023
- Limited Run Games
A collection of obscure Jurassic Park games that adds a unique bug and is lacking options may not sound very appealing, but it does allow for personal re-examination through an overall successful preservation.
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Get on Xbox Games StoreThe "Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection" compiles seven 8-bit and 16-bit games from the 90s, featuring updated save states, new in-game maps, and quality-of-life fixes. Players explore Isla Nublar as Dr. Alan Grant, or a Velociraptor, experiencing various objectives in each title, from collecting eggs to restoring park power. This nostalgic collection immerses you in the original Jurassic Park franchise excitement.
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Reviews
- The collection offers a nostalgic trip down memory lane for fans of the original Jurassic Park games, with many players enjoying the chance to revisit their childhood favorites.
- The inclusion of modern conveniences like save states and a rewind feature enhances the gameplay experience, making it more accessible for both new and returning players.
- Despite some technical issues, the games run well on modern systems, and the graphics have been updated to look sharper than the originals.
- The collection lacks essential features such as control customization and comprehensive manuals, making it difficult for new players to understand the gameplay mechanics.
- Many classic titles from the franchise are missing, including notable games from the Sega CD and Game Gear, which diminishes the overall value of the collection.
- Technical issues such as screen brightness bugs, sound glitches, and poor emulation quality have led to a frustrating experience for many players, making it feel like a rushed cash grab.
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in this retro game collection is praised for its atmospheric quality and nostalgic appeal, capturing the essence of older consoles. However, users express disappointment over the lack of additional features, such as separate sound and music settings, which could enhance the experience, especially given issues with volume levels. Overall, while the music remains a highlight, the implementation could benefit from modern enhancements.
“This collection is pretty good for the amount of games it has, featuring the old soundtracks from the good days of older consoles with simple graphics and controls.”
“And yet this version is my favorite as the music is atmospheric, and the graphics and color were good for the time.”
“Music is still amazing and sounds great; the addition of the rewind feature, instant save games, and a map are great quality of life improvements.”
“No new modes, no extras (aside from a painfully bare-bones music player and language selector available from the main menu), not even cover scans.”
“Sadly, this is one of those retro collections that suffers from today's technology; either the music plays really quickly and loudly to the point it's deafening and drowns out the game's sound.”
“No additional materials with the exception of a music player, and that's all.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the collection are generally considered dated, leading to some confusion in level designs, but they were appreciated for their nostalgic value and atmospheric music. However, the lack of modern display or graphics options has been noted as a drawback. Overall, while the visuals may not meet contemporary standards, they evoke a sense of nostalgia for older console games.
“This collection is pretty good for the amount of games it has, the old soundtracks from the good days of older consoles and simple graphics and controls.”
“And yet this version is my favorite as the music is atmospheric, the graphics and color were good for the time.”
“The dated graphics resulting in confusing level designs don't help much either.”
“And there are no graphic options or any kind of options at all.”
“No display/graphics options in the main menu.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, unstable frame rates, and game-breaking bugs, particularly in the 16-bit versions and emulation. Visual and sound issues further detract from the experience, reminiscent of early emulator problems. Overall, the game is described as a "buggy mess."
“The glitches, particularly for the 16-bit versions, are quite frustrating.”
“As for the emulation... *sigh* unstable FPS, visual glitches, bugs (including game-breaking ones; I got stuck in a door in the first Game Boy game), sound lags... it feels like some early emulators from eons ago.”
“The Genesis game is a buggy mess.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is widely criticized as a lazy cash grab that capitalizes on nostalgia, with many reviewers expressing disappointment in its value and execution. While some acknowledge it plays well with an Xbox controller, the overall sentiment is that it fails to justify its price.
“Basically a cash grab based on your nostalgia; it's just an okay part of some bundle.”
“Overall, just an absolutely abysmal cash grab.”
“As usual, this is another lazy cash grab from Limited Run Games.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the SNES version is praised for transforming level-based mechanics into an open-world experience reminiscent of Zelda, while incorporating first-person shooter elements for indoor sections. However, players have noted a lack of manuals, leading to confusion over basic mechanics, such as opening doors in games like Jurassic Park: Genesis. Overall, the Rampage edition is highlighted for its engaging raptor gameplay.
“Then there's the SNES version that turned level-based gameplay from NES into an open world Zelda-like experience, with the indoor parts being done in a first-person shooter style.”
“Rampage edition: best game here, raptor gameplay is amazing.”
“The SNES version turned level-based gameplay from NES into an open-world Zelda-like experience, but the indoor parts are done in a first-person shooter style, which feels disjointed.”
“Games have no manuals whatsoever, so good luck figuring out how to open doors, for example, in Jurassic Park Genesis as a raptor or understanding other obscure mechanics.”
“The gameplay lacks clarity and guidance, making it frustrating to navigate and understand the mechanics.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as slightly rough and dated, yet it remains highly atmospheric, enhanced by nostalgic music and visually appealing graphics for its time. Players appreciate the immersive experience, whether playing as Dr. Grant or a raptor.
“This version is my favorite as the music is atmospheric, and the graphics and color were good for the time.”
“Slightly rough, but still very atmospheric. You can play as either Dr. Grant or a raptor.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is considered weak and lacks depth, especially when compared to the engaging narratives found in interactive documentaries like Atari 50, Making of Karateka, and Jeff Minter Story.
“The story absolutely pales in comparison to other interactive documentaries like Atari 50, Making of Karateka, and Jeff Minter Story.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks the depth needed to engage players fully.”
“Character development is minimal, making it hard to care about their journeys or outcomes.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing comments from players regarding the frame-rate issues in the 16-bit SNES version's first-person sections, showcasing a lighthearted take on technical shortcomings.
“It's seriously funny reading people's comments about the frame-rate in the 16-bit (SNES) Japanese game's first-person sections.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the replayability of the game, noting that it is fully compatible with Xbox controllers, enhancing the overall experience and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
Critic Reviews
Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection (XBX Review
Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection is a bare-bones collection featuring the early days of Jurassic Park games. While there are some minimal quality-of-life enhancements added to the overall product, it’s the same we expect from all retro collections these days and does nothing to stand out like other offerings have. Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection is good for people who don’t have the time or money to track down the consoles and games themselves and just want to play the games on modern hardware.
50%Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection Review
Unfortunately, you can only work with what the era of Pogs and Blockbusters gave you and the Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection is a collection of titles mostly for novelty and nostalgia value. There is fun to be had if you are the type of person with a hankering for some raptor spankering, but likely, this will leave most newcomers feeling a little lost and underwhelmed by the difficulty and lack of features to make all on offer here more accessible.
50%Jurassic Park Classic Games Collection Review – Finally On Your Computer
A collection of obscure Jurassic Park games that adds a unique bug and is lacking options may not sound very appealing, but it does allow for personal re-examination through an overall successful preservation.
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