Save Jesus

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Save Jesus is a single player action game. It was developed by Almighty Games and was released on August 4, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Save Jesus," players must protect Jesus and his friends from traps set by an evil impostor disguised as Caesar. By redirecting hazards like boulders, spikes, and fireballs, players work to kill Romans and complete 50 challenging levels. With physics-based puzzles, Steam achievements and trading cards, the game offers a unique blend of fantasy and historical elements. The goal is to find and destroy the impostor's time machine to save Jesus and preserve time itself.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,375 reviews

story18 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game features a humorous and engaging puzzle environment with a variety of levels that increase in difficulty.
It's a fun and relaxing game that can be completed in a few hours, making it a great time killer.
Many players found the game to be surprisingly enjoyable, with some claiming it changed their perspective on life and faith.

The game suffers from repetitive mechanics and can become boring after a short period of play.
Some players experienced frustration with the physics and controls, leading to inconsistent gameplay.
The achievements require excessive grinding, as players must complete levels multiple times with different items to unlock them.

story
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a unique and engaging blend of biblical themes and creative twists, featuring a biblically accurate portrayal of Jesus and a plot involving time travelers and traps set by a future antagonist. Players appreciate the well-crafted narrative and dynamic character development, which enhance the overall experience, despite some critiques regarding pacing and the simplicity of certain plot elements. Overall, the storytelling is highlighted as a standout feature, making the game both entertaining and thought-provoking.
- “The game is pretty simple, but the story is pretty insane and the voiceovers and sounds are legendary.”
- “This game is an incredible masterpiece; the storytelling, the visuals, the character development, all absolutely stunning.”
- “A game that brings you the very finest story where you are betrayed, hunted, and sworn to death by a man disguised as Caesar with the Roman Empire by his side, struggle past difficult traps and use your wit, cunning, and reaction time to use the evil impostor's weapons against him.”
- “Ultimately, the game is one I would recommend to anyone looking for games with no story and very strange gameplay, that are under one dollar.”
- “But the one thing that is obvious - the lack of any story.”
- “I could talk about graphics style (standard), the storyline (100% tacked on), but again: half a buck.”
gameplay
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
62%
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The gameplay of "Save Jesus" is characterized by a gradual increase in difficulty, introducing new mechanics as players progress, which keeps the experience engaging and replayable. While many players appreciate the unique and fun mechanics, some note issues with pacing and repetitive elements, particularly regarding achievements that require multiple playthroughs with minimal variation. Overall, the game offers a mix of easy and challenging moments, making it suitable for casual gamers, though it may become monotonous for those seeking longer play sessions.
- “The gameplay - outstanding.”
- “Mindblowing gameplay.”
- “10/10 best gameplay, the Romans stood no chance.”
- “The gameplay feels really weirdly paced so that my first playthrough of the game was split between blasting through most of the missions and sitting trying to figure out timing on like 4 missions. This would be more forgiving if all of these slow missions were at the end of the game, but no, they are dispersed throughout for some reason.”
- “- most achievements suck (you get 1 achievement for every weapon you finish all 50 levels with, so you have to play the same game 9 times to get them with no difference in gameplay)”
- “- becomes boring after 30 minutes of gameplay.”
humor
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this puzzle game is characterized by a mix of dark religious satire and lighthearted absurdity, appealing to players with a good sense of humor. While some find the comedic elements, such as the portrayal of violence and blasphemy, to be entertaining and thought-provoking, others may be put off by its irreverent themes. Overall, the game is described as funny and engaging, with sharp visuals and amusing voiceovers that enhance the experience.
- “Blasphemy has never been this funny!”
- “The presentation is clean with sharp cartoon visuals alongside very funny voice over jokes thrown in occasionally.”
- “The fans understand this stuff; they have the intellectual capacity to truly appreciate the depths of these jokes, to realize that they’re not just funny - they say something deep about life.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals and artistic style, describing them as phenomenal and a highlight of the experience. However, some users note that the graphics can feel simplistic or reminiscent of flash games, leading to a range of opinions on their overall quality. Overall, the aesthetic appeal is acknowledged, but there is a desire for more graphical variations and depth.
- “The graphics - phenomenal.”
- “This game is an incredible masterpiece; the story-telling, the visuals, the character development, all absolutely stunning.”
- “Truly one of the masterpieces of our time; it is my firm belief that this game features some of the most stunning visuals ever seen as well as an incredible insight into the life of Christ himself.”
- “I wanted to see more graphical variations.”
- “Graphic: 4/10”
- “I could talk about graphics style (standard), the storyline (100% tacked on), but again: half a buck.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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62%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find the soundtrack enjoyable and relaxing, others criticize it as repetitive or reminiscent of stock music, especially given the game's low price point. Overall, many appreciate the soundtrack's ability to enhance the gaming experience, contributing positively to the atmosphere and gameplay.
- “The puzzles could be a little tricky, but you got the sweet soundtrack playing in the background; it's chill.”
- “Gameplay, graphics, music, story, it's all top-notch.”
- “Playing this game is like reading a book, meanwhile it has abundant illustrations and lifelike characters, and wonderful professional character voices and melodious background music make you personally 'be there'.”
- “The music sounds like stock music which, to be fair, I didn't expect anything more from a $0.59 game on sale.”
- “I won't say anything about the music, because it gets old quickly; as for the sound effects, they're okay.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is described as a deeply emotional experience, evoking strong feelings that range from joy to profound sadness. Players report being moved to tears almost immediately, highlighting its impactful storytelling and intense scenes that leave a lasting impression. Overall, it is praised for its ability to elicit a powerful emotional response, making it a memorable and worthwhile experience.
- “Made me cry tears of joy that we have finally come so far in our human evolution to create something as beautiful as this.”
- “This game made me cry within the first 20 seconds.”
- “It is a relentless emotional assault when Jesus's skull was bashed open in front of my eyes, as was my son’s when labor camp overseer Erik Richter caught him stealing a piece of cheese from a Zellenleiter on his lunch break.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding required to achieve 100% completion in the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, with many expressing a reluctance to replay due to the repetitive nature of the tasks involved. The janky physics and overall gameplay experience further contribute to the negative sentiment surrounding the grinding aspect.
- “Getting all the achievements isn't impossible, but it requires way too much grinding. I won't be playing this again anytime soon.”
- “This game plays poorly; the physics are janky at best. While the achievements are easy, they are tedious and make me want to jump off a bridge.”
- “Re-doing all of the puzzles to finish with each type of ball for 100% completion got quite tedious.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While some players find "Save Jesus" to be one of the most replayable and enjoyable games of its generation, others note that it lacks high replay value after completing the main storyline. This mixed feedback suggests that while the gameplay may encourage multiple playthroughs, the overall experience may not sustain long-term engagement.
- “The ending of the game drove me to tears due to how well it was written, and don't get me started on the gameplay: Save Jesus manages to be one of the most replayable and fun games of our generation.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting it as a standout feature alongside the storytelling and visuals, contributing to an overall masterpiece experience.
- “This game is an incredible masterpiece; the storytelling, the visuals, the character development, all absolutely stunning.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features no microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy puzzles and weapon customization without additional costs. Overall, the monetization model is well-received, focusing on a complete experience without the pressure of in-game purchases.
- “Get it if you like puzzles, weapon customization (no microtransactions) and save/kill Jesus achievements.”