Phantom Jump

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Phantom Jump is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Phantom Pine Studios and was released on December 8, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

Phantom Jump is a skill based platformer with rhythm mechanics, built to turn you into a speedrunner.

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92%Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Engaging and addictive gameplay with a unique phantom jump mechanic that keeps levels fresh and challenging.
Tight controls and well-designed levels that cater to speedrunners and precision platforming enthusiasts.
The game is free, making it accessible to a wide audience while offering a high-quality experience.

Boss fights are poorly designed, often relying on RNG and detracting from the overall platforming experience.
The difficulty spike in certain boss battles can be frustrating, potentially causing players to abandon the game.
Some players may find the game's high difficulty level discouraging, leading to early quits before experiencing the full game.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
Phantom Jump offers a challenging and engaging gameplay experience, blending precision platforming with rhythm-based mechanics that require players to collect energy cubes to restore health and double jumps. Each of the five worlds introduces unique gimmicks that keep the gameplay fresh, although some players may find certain bosses, particularly the third, to be poorly designed and overly difficult. Overall, the platforming is solid and enjoyable, though the steep difficulty curve may deter some players from fully experiencing the game.
- “Phantom Jump is a brutal precision platformer that uses IWBTG assets and gives it a sweet twist with a rhythm-based mechanic where you need to reach energy cubes in order to restore your health (which depletes extremely quickly, forcing you to speedrun the game even if you don't want to) and your double jump.”
- “There are five worlds with a unique gimmick for each, excluding the first one, which not only keeps the gameplay fresh but also utilizes the game's main mechanics in clever ways.”
- “The platforming is solid, the mechanics enjoyable, the level design is well-crafted, and the gameplay is fun and interactive.”
- “The only complaint I had with its mechanics is that there is absolutely no gap for helping or correcting your trajectory.”
- “The third boss is a difficulty spike and is very poorly designed - after three stages of non-stop platforming using the phantom jump mechanic, there is suddenly a boss that basically launches projectiles at you for two minutes straight.”
- “The gameplay can become too difficult for some and may make them quit early on and not get to experience the full game.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are widely praised for their enjoyable artwork and visually pleasing environments, contributing to an overall appealing aesthetic experience.
- “I found the artwork enjoyable and the environment pleasant to look at.”
- “I really enjoy the graphics, which are neat and pleasant to the eyes.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “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.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews for the "story" aspect are minimal and lack detail, with users questioning the presence or quality of the narrative. Overall, there seems to be uncertainty or dissatisfaction regarding the story's development or significance in the game.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players express frustration with the game's optimization, particularly criticizing the inclusion of lengthy static bosses that hinder the fast-paced platforming experience and make it difficult to implement effective strategies.
- “I don't believe a game about fast-paced platforming and optimization should have lengthy static bosses where optimization is impossible.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the frustration players feel when precise timing is required for actions like wall-jumping, leading to moments of tension and disappointment. This mechanic can evoke strong feelings of challenge and determination, as players strive to master the timing.