Rayman Jungle Run
Rayman Jungle Run is a single-player action game with amazing mechanics and masterful graphics, now available on mobile devices. As the legendary platforming hero, players must jump, run, and punch their way through various levels filled with bugs and great music. The game provides a fun and engaging experience for both new and returning fans of the Rayman series.
Reviews
- Beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay that captures the essence of the Rayman franchise.
- Challenging levels that provide a satisfying experience for completionists.
- Smooth controls and a fun soundtrack that enhance the overall gaming experience.
- Frequent download errors and issues with verifying the game license, making it unplayable for many users.
- Recent updates have caused loss of saved data, frustrating players who have invested time in the game.
- In-app advertisements in a paid game, which many players find unacceptable.
- graphics539 mentions
- 82 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their stunning quality, vibrant colors, and smooth animations that rival console-level visuals. The art style is often described as beautiful and charming, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay. However, some users have reported occasional glitches and performance issues that detract from the otherwise impressive graphical experience.
“The graphics are truly amazing.”
“Beautiful graphics, fluid gameplay, and it all runs super smooth on my Nexus 4.”
“The graphics are absolutely stunning (especially on Note 3), you will forget you're playing a game on your phone.”
“I really don't like the graphics in this game; they should have made it look like the original Rayman because it makes it not feel like a Rayman game.”
“How can I rate the graphics, controls, etc. when I can't even play the bloody game?”
“Love the game, but with the new update, if I lock my screen while the game is still up, and then try to play it again, it comes up as a blue screen with white squares as menu options and all of the graphics are gone... if this were fixed, I would be very happy!”
- music294 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and enjoyable nature, while others find it repetitive and annoying after extended play. Some players appreciate the atmospheric quality of the soundtrack, which complements the game's vibrant graphics, but express a desire for a broader selection of tracks. Technical issues, such as music glitches and stuttering on certain devices, have also been reported, detracting from the overall experience for some users.
“Everything about this game, may it be from the soundtrack, graphics, or gameplay, are excellent.”
“The art is just gorgeous, the soundtrack is perfect, and level design is very well thought out, to the point where it's easy to finish but very hard to perfect.”
“This game is amazing, everything from design to controls to music, this is on par with its console counterpart, one of the best games on the market, must buy!”
“Good game, but the music is annoying.”
“This game is just boring, the soundtrack has 3 repetitive songs, minimal and yet still frustrating controls.”
“The game is pretty and polished as far as the aesthetic goes, but the music is offensively terrible.”
- gameplay227 mentions
- 74 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is widely praised for its smoothness, simplicity, and addictiveness, making it enjoyable for players of all ages. Many reviewers highlight the excellent graphics and level design, which complement the engaging mechanics, although some note that certain levels can become frustratingly precise or repetitive. Overall, the game successfully adapts console-quality gameplay to a mobile platform, providing a fun and visually appealing experience.
“The gameplay is simple but responsive and enjoyable, and the art style is excellent.”
“With its gorgeous graphics, phenomenal soundtrack, and simple yet addicting gameplay, it is something that every Rayman Origins/Legends fan should check out!”
“The gameplay is fantastic, graphics are superb, and music is outstanding.”
“The gameplay is over-simplified.”
“The graphics are fantastic, but the gameplay is severely lacking.”
“Graphics are good and sound track is great of course, being Rayman, but gameplay suffers due to lack of dedicated buttons and constant running which you can't stop.”
- stability83 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 77 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly during loading and level completion. While some devices handle the game well, others experience severe issues that lead to lost progress and forced restarts. Overall, the game is described as enjoyable but plagued by bugs that detract from the experience.
“Most of the time the game runs great, and for $0.99, I think it's well worth it.”
“No glitches, smooth graphics, and a nice time killer.”
“Fantastic game, looks gorgeous, runs great... I highly recommend you give this a shot, as it's one of the best offerings available on Android.”
“I've bought this on my Galaxy Tab 3 and although it installed and loaded the first bit, where it begins to load the actual game it freezes and says 'unfortunately Rayman Jungle Run has stopped' and asks if I want to close or report the error. I have tried a few times and reported this but it still doesn't work. Glad I didn't pay more than 10p as it is a waste. Don't recommend!”
“The game freezes at the end of a level about 20 percent of the time.”
“Game freezes my phone and I'm forced to restart it.”
- monetization71 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 85 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the presence of ads and in-app purchases in a paid title. While some appreciate the lack of microtransactions in certain versions, others feel that the introduction of ads and costly in-app purchases detracts from the overall experience, leading to accusations of greed from the developers. Overall, players desire a more straightforward, ad-free experience in exchange for their upfront payment.
“This is the only Rayman game without microtransactions and it's really fun.”
“I have no issues with in-app purchases to support worthy devs, but constantly pushing glitzy animations begging for the money is annoying.”
“In-app purchases are purely cosmetic.”
“This is a paid app, yet still there are in-app purchases and advertisements for other paid games, so it's a paid game that still does all the annoying crap free games do.”
“Seriously, ads in a paid app is just unacceptable!”
“I paid for this app and now you're putting ads in it?”
- optimization37 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and impressive graphics across various devices, including budget phones. However, some players experience stuttering and framerate drops on specific models, particularly after updates, indicating that optimization may not be consistent across all devices. While most users enjoy a seamless experience, there are notable complaints regarding performance issues on certain phones, suggesting room for improvement.
“I have to hand it to the devs, this game is the best optimized game on Android. It runs flawlessly; there is no small stutter or anything, everything is clean. Keep up the perfect job, Ubisoft!”
“Absolutely amazing! I used to love Rayman on the PS2; this game has amazing performance, a nice soundtrack, and the graphics are beyond what I thought.”
“Console quality graphics and gameplay, and well optimized (runs great on 1 core Snapdragon/Adreno 205!).”
“Only complaint about the performance on my Xperia Z is that on some levels, the framerate seems to drop or hiccup, resulting in slow gameplay or getting killed. It's a nitpick, but it does disappoint.”
“It seems it has not been optimized for the Nexus 5.”
“For Xperia Play owners, the bad news is it's not optimized.”
- humor23 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its funny music, clever animations, and vibrant graphics that enhance the overall experience. Many reviews note that the game is easy to play and consistently delivers laughs, making it enjoyable for both casual players and completionists alike. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“I love this game... funny music and animation... worth the money.”
“Very vibrant, fun, humorous and a great time spent.”
“Funny character, cool graphics, good soundtrack, simplest control (just a touch) all make this a great game.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its strong replayability, with many players enjoying the challenge of perfecting levels and collecting items. While some reviews mention a lack of replay value due to short completion times or limited content, the majority highlight the immersive experience and visually appealing design that encourages players to return. Additional features like achievements and more levels could further enhance replayability.
“Has good replay value trying to perfect every stage.”
“Looks great, lots of replay value, great music, a perfect game!”
“The levels are amazingly designed and offer a lot of challenge and fun... it also has a high replay value... one of the best games available for phones and tablets.”
“Regardless of the terrible slowdown in the last section of levels, short completion time, and little replay value, this is possibly the highest quality game I've seen on Android to date.”
“Bad: really short and no replay value.”
“Not very replayable but highly worth it.”
- story8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative and additional features like animated cutscenes and varied missions. While some find enjoyment in the gameplay itself, the lack of a storyline leaves many feeling that the experience is ultimately empty and repetitive. Overall, players are eager for a more developed story to enhance their gaming experience.
“So when I hear about this game, I went straight to the story to buy it and have been very pleased with it as well.”
“Non-existent story and lack of extras made beating the game seem empty.”
“If only there was a story mode.”
“I wish there was a bit of a story with animated cutscenes, and I wish there were more levels (like maybe an advanced world that doesn't introduce new abilities, but uses the existing ones in really cool ways).”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its engaging music, vibrant art design, and immersive storytelling, creating a fun and lively experience. While some players feel that the music could better complement the various atmospheres, the overall ambiance remains a highlight, reminiscent of previous titles in the series.
“It has the best game atmosphere, best FX, music, and stories.”
“Fun music and atmosphere.”
“I loved Origins and this has the same atmosphere, a true must buy.”
“The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it feel disjointed and uninspired.”
“The ambient sounds are repetitive and fail to enhance the overall experience.”
“There is a noticeable absence of immersive elements that could have enriched the atmosphere.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly simplistic, leading to a lack of challenge and excitement as levels become repetitive. While the gameplay and graphics are praised, the monotonous nature of the levels and the irritating music detract from the overall experience, making it feel tedious, especially during long play sessions.
“The levels are pretty similar; once you've done one, the rest get tedious quite quickly as there's nothing exciting or challenging about them.”
“This one is a bit too easy, and a bit more like grinding in its harder moments.”
“I'm a New Yorker who rides the subways and needs entertainment for my tedious commute.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that the game evokes strong emotions, likening its impact to that of a console experience, and highlight its addictive gameplay as a significant factor in their enjoyment. This emotional connection has led some to reconsider the value of mobile gaming overall.
“This game has finally made me feel like mobile games are worthwhile!”
“The first game that's made me feel my emotions as close as a vita as it could get - great fun and challenging as well, very addictive gameplay!”