Just Go

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Just Go is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Studio Amateur and was released on August 9, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Just Go is a physics-based, action racing game where players speed through colorful courses filled with ramps, loops, and obstacles. With a variety of characters and vehicles to unlock, players must master their timing and reflexes to pull off impressive stunts and reach the finish line first. The game features both single-player and multiplayer modes, allowing for frantic and exhilarating competition with friends or against players around the world.

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Just Go offers a comprehensive set of training tasks and a well-designed AI algorithm with a balanced range of difficulty levels, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced players.
The game features stunning graphics and a polished user interface, providing a relaxing and immersive experience while playing Go.
The career mode and extensive Tsumego library allow players to engage deeply with the game, offering a structured way to improve skills and enjoy competitive play.

The built-in AI has been reported as outdated and inconsistent, with some players finding it too weak or erratic, particularly at lower difficulty levels.
There are occasional connectivity issues with the online multiplayer mode, and some users have experienced bugs that hinder gameplay, such as freezing or unresponsive matches.
The tutorial, while helpful, has been criticized for lacking depth in explaining advanced concepts and strategies, leaving some beginners feeling lost.

graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are generally praised for their crispness and aesthetic appeal, providing a serene experience, especially in 4K resolution. While many users appreciate the beautiful visuals and sound design, some note that the graphics can feel outdated or simplistic in certain areas, particularly in menus and tutorials. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay experience, despite some minor performance concerns on lower-end systems.
- “The 4k-capable graphics are crisp and clean, lending a serene aesthetic to the experience.”
- “Beautiful graphics and feels great to play.”
- “Graphics are beautiful.”
- “The places/graphics are okay... you don't even see much of them (and there are only 4), but maybe that's good; it would only be distracting.”
- “In fact, the whole game never really rises above 2007ish graphics.”
- “Some of the graphics in the tutorial are comically bad, like clipart.”
music
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the music in the game is described as calming and pleasant, enhancing the relaxing atmosphere of the gameplay. While many users appreciate the soothing soundtrack, some find certain tracks, particularly the piano music, to be melodramatic or annoying, with options to disable it. The combination of good graphics and sound effects contributes to a visually appealing and immersive experience, although there are suggestions for more variety in the music selection.
- “The music and ambiance is quite calming, with a variety of backgrounds to choose from.”
- “Lovely sounds, calming music, interesting puzzles, and a career mode.”
- “Calm, relaxing music plays in the background, acting as a constant reminder that a calm mind leads the way.”
- “The piano music is way too melodramatic.”
- “There's music - but seriously, it's just some annoying piano I disabled quickly.”
- “The menu UX is amateurish/annoying and the elevator/spa music is unbearable (though it can be turned off).”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players noting that it consists mainly of bland email notifications about tournaments and the use of real-life player names without any character development. While some appreciate the minimal narrative as sufficient for a go game, many feel that a more compelling story could enhance the experience. Overall, the campaign lacks a captivating narrative, leaving players wanting more.
- “After Hikaru no Go, I've always wanted a go game with a story.”
- “Closest to a story mode go game we can get.”
- “The campaign doesn't have anything like a captivating story, but for go, I think this is not really needed.”
- “You would imagine that there might be some kind of story involved, your road to pro, so to speak - but there's none.”
- “At the start, you get an email, and you think, 'Hmm, well, an email system is not exactly exciting to convey a story, but whatever.' All subsequent emails suddenly only state, 'The next tournament in the X league starts on ...'”
- “This game goes a little bit in that direction, but the 'characters' are just names of real-life players without even a portrait, and the 'story' is just names of real-life tournaments scattered on my calendar.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it performs well on various systems, including the Steam Deck, some users report significant performance issues on weaker computers, leading to high fan noise and reduced frame rates. The beautiful graphics enhance the experience but may compromise performance for less powerful hardware.
- “Performance is stable across systems, including Steam Deck, where the game runs surprisingly well thanks to its efficient design and simple control scheme.”
- “Its is much more polished than expected, looks gorgeous, has voice cover, and runs smoothly.”
- “Only thing to note is the beautiful graphics come at a cost performance-wise.”
- “It makes my laptop sound like an airplane taking off, as if I were opening Euro Truck Simulator... come on, it's just a board game, is there some optimization issue?”
- “The game struggles to maintain a consistent frame rate, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.”
- “I encountered frequent stuttering and lag, which made it difficult to enjoy the game.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is well-structured, allowing players to understand mechanics and evaluate their moves for improvement, which enhances motivation. Features like career gameplay and various accessibility options contribute to a comprehensive learning experience, catering to both beginners and advanced players. Overall, the gameplay is engaging and encourages continuous development.
- “I now understand how the game works, and the gameplay naturally allows me to evaluate my moves and how to improve for the next game.”
- “Just Go provides many features to learn the basic mechanics of the game and many more advanced techniques I currently can't fathom.”
- “For me, the gameplay itself and the process of improving are fun enough to keep me motivated to keep playing.”
- “Just go provides many features to learn the basic mechanics of the game and many more advanced techniques I currently can't fathom.”
- “Resolutions, windowed mode, separate volume settings, and a few individual voice prompt toggles, graphics detail settings, languages, and some gameplay-related accessibility options (show territory, show move number, etc.) are lacking.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability; while some appreciate the design and find the program runs smoothly without glitches, others note that it remains quite buggy.
- “It wasn't expensive, and the program runs great; no glitches that I noticed.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making for a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; I've had no issues with lag or performance.”
- “It is a nice design, but still quite buggy.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's replayability to be high, as AI opponents provide varied challenges that adapt to different difficulty levels and play styles, making solo play consistently engaging.
- “Even for those who prefer solo play, the AI opponents present satisfying challenges and behave differently based on difficulty and style, offering endless replayability.”
- “The variety of choices and paths in the game ensures that each playthrough feels unique, making you want to dive back in for more.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, the game encourages experimentation, leading to countless hours of replayability.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its attention to detail, featuring well-rendered board textures and satisfying sound effects that enhance immersion. Players appreciate the variety of environments, from tranquil tea rooms to modern settings, contributing to a peaceful and engaging experience. The extensive and progressive tsumego list further enriches the overall ambiance.
- “Board textures are rendered with care, stones click into place with a satisfying sound, and the environments—ranging from traditional wooden boards in serene tea rooms to sleek modern settings—help immerse players in the atmosphere.”
- “Very peaceful atmosphere, the tsumego list is vast and progressive.”