Sonic Jump Pro

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Sonic Jump Pro is a platformer game with an intriguing story, stellar game mechanics, and awesome visuals. Its good music and high replayability value are overshadowed only by the numerous bugs present in the game. Players can challenge friends worldwide to see who can jump the farthest, adding a competitive element to the experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,560 reviews

graphics54 positive mentions

stability38 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a great experience for Sonic fans.
Each level has replay value due to the variety of challenges and characters.
The graphics and sound design are impressive, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

The tilt controls can be unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating at times.
There are frequent crashes and performance issues on certain devices.
Microtransactions for characters and upgrades can feel excessive for a paid game.

graphics
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
32%
11%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant, colorful visuals and smooth animations, particularly in relation to the Sonic franchise. However, several users report significant graphical issues, including choppy performance and display errors on various devices, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players find the graphics to be excellent for a mobile game, others express frustration over poor quality and bugs that hinder gameplay.
- “The game has absolutely amazing graphics and I remember playing the original game of Sonic Jump way back... big memories flow to me when I play this game.”
- “Wonderfully smooth play, crisp vibrant graphics and very, very addictive.”
- “This game is great, runs smoothly, and graphics and music are fantastic.”
- “From the music to the play-doh graphics, this game is the definition of mobile apps!”
- “Graphics are completely messed up.”
- “Tried reinstalling several times but the graphics are awful making it unplayable.”
gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
39%
5%
The gameplay of Sonic Jump is widely praised for its addictive and fun mechanics, smooth controls, and impressive graphics, making it enjoyable for both new and returning players. While many appreciate the game's simplicity and replay value, some users have noted issues with glitches, missing soundtracks, and occasional unresponsiveness, particularly on certain devices. Overall, it successfully combines classic Sonic elements with modern gameplay styles, though some technical improvements are still needed.
- “This game is a masterpiece, the mechanics are well thought out, and implemented in the best way.”
- “Great simple gameplay with high replay value.”
- “Its simple, addictive gameplay, fun challenges, and classic storyline really bring Sonic back to his roots as the king of platforming.”
- “The only problem is that the cutscenes have lost their soundtrack, and the boss levels of 'mechanical zone' don't have any soundtrack either, feeling awkward without one.”
- “Needless to say, the mechanics take away control from the player and are clunky.”
- “The graphics look all wrong and buggy; the gameplay is either broken or hard enough to figure out that I gave up.”
story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
63%
6%
The game's story mode is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging plot and the integration of missions that enhance gameplay. However, some users express concerns about the story being too short and the need for more content, as well as technical issues that hinder progress. Overall, the combination of a classic Sonic storyline with fun missions and challenges keeps players entertained, though many are eager for updates and additional levels.
- “Great sonic game, love the graphics and the story mode.”
- “It's a game that holds its own against other games in the story, and at least it isn't Sonic 2006.”
- “Sonic Jump offers a great spin on the usual infinite jumping game by adding a story mode.”
- “One of the missions isn't making progress!”
- “Story mode is too easy, then arcade mode goes from hard to impossibly difficult to get anywhere, on top of that you have to fight bosses which otherwise rigs you from succeeding anywhere.”
- “It is my favorite game ever in apps but... it really needs to update with more story mode worlds... come on.”
stability
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
88%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes and crashes, particularly at specific levels like Blue Sky Zone and Mountain Zone Act 4. While some players have noted improvements after updates, others continue to experience significant issues that hinder gameplay, leading to frustration and lower ratings. Overall, the game is enjoyable but marred by persistent stability problems that need addressing.
- “No glitches and works great!”
- “Well worth the $0.99; runs great on my low-end phone.”
- “Runs great on a Samsung Galaxy Tab.”
- “Whenever I try to do the first Eggman boss in Blue Sky Zone, it keeps freezing and sends me back to the home screen. There are also lots of freezes on acts, most of which don't send me back to the home screen.”
- “The game freezes a lot and drags on some levels, but other than that, it's fun and somewhat addictive. If not for the problems, I would give it a 5.”
- “I would put 5 stars, but it always freezes and crashes at certain parts of the game. I can't even get past Mountain Zone Act 4 because of that bug.”
music
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
57%
10%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its chill vibe and overall quality, likening it to classic Sonic soundtracks. However, several users express disappointment over missing soundtracks in certain levels and cutscenes, as well as a desire for more iconic or remixed tracks from the franchise. Additionally, some players find the in-game music interrupts their personal music playback, leading to frustration.
- “A very addictive game with nice music and lovely presentation.”
- “Would have liked the classic level complete and death music and cash register sound when tallying points, but otherwise the music is really good, reminds me of a combination of the Genesis soundtracks and the Sonic Advance one.”
- “Somehow it turned out great, with better graphics and music than I've seen in a Sonic game for a while.”
- “The only problem is that the cutscenes have lost their soundtrack, and the boss levels of 'Mechanical Zone' don't have any soundtrack either, feeling awkward without one.”
- “I thought the music was not a big deal, but after playing for a while, I was kind of disappointed by it.”
- “Music is boring; the jumping scheme is ridiculous, and all levels feel the same.”
monetization
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
71%
21%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the presence of in-app purchases despite the game being a paid title. While some users appreciate the lack of ads, they feel that the microtransactions are intrusive and detract from the overall experience, leading to disappointment that essential features are locked behind additional payments. Overall, the consensus is that the inclusion of in-app purchases in a premium game is unwelcome and diminishes its value.
- “The game also features microtransactions; I haven't felt pressured into spending more money on it, but they do sell you items like ring doublers and rings in general for real money.”
- “This is a simple and addictive little game with lots of hidden elements (missions and unlockables for one). Ignore the option to purchase in-game and simply work for the items for now.”
- “I thought I was buying a full game, but this still has in-game purchases that feel necessary.”
- “Plus, the game is flooded with options for in-app purchases which really take away from the experience.”
- “I don't understand why a premium game has in-app purchases; a free game, yes, but a premium game?”
replayability
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
16%
16%
The game boasts high replayability due to its diverse challenges, unlockable characters, and engaging missions, making it addictive and enjoyable for players. Users appreciate the variety in gameplay and the ability to chase achievements, although some express a desire for additional characters. Overall, it is considered a fun and rewarding experience that encourages repeated play.
- “Each level has replay value because of the variety of challenges (speed, collection, goals) and the characters (earned later).”
- “Fun levels and great replay value with all the different achievements.”
- “Tons of replayability, gameplay is fun to master, and fans will get a kick out of unlocking all of their favorite Sonic characters.”
- “The only thing to make this game better is to add more playable characters like Shadow and Omega (mainly Shadow).”
- “Killed the replay value for me.”
- “Missions add lots of replay value.”
optimization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
14%
21%
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while many players praise its smooth performance and addictive gameplay, some report minor stuttering and performance issues, particularly on Android devices. Users have noted that the game could benefit from better programming and optimization, especially regarding screen resolution and text size. Despite these concerns, the majority find the controls responsive and the graphics appealing.
- “Very good controls, smooth performance.”
- “Game performance is excellent.”
- “The game runs smoothly and responds very well.”
- “On LG Optimus L9, there is minor stuttering, usually upon completion of a stage or when starting a stage.”
- “The game has performance issues that shouldn't exist with a couple of gigs of RAM on my device. The programming is not very good, and the screen looks like it wasn't optimized for Android devices, only iPod.”
- “Needs to be better optimized for Android; some text is too small, etc. on my Razr.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the game involves significant grinding, particularly after reaching a certain level, where progression becomes heavily reliant on either extensive grinding or making in-game purchases.
- “Requires a fair bit of grinding, though once you get past a certain point.”
- “After a certain point, you can't level up without a huge amount of grinding or paying a large amount.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is not explicitly addressed in the provided text, which focuses on gameplay mechanics rather than emotional engagement or narrative depth. Therefore, it is difficult to summarize any emotional elements based on this information alone.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is noted for its clever juxtaposition of platforming mechanics with unexpected comedic elements, highlighting the irony of a slower-paced gameplay style in a genre typically associated with speed.
- “It's funny that it's one based on platforming and not going fast in a straight line.”
- “The humor in the dialogue had me laughing out loud; it's clever and perfectly timed.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments that keep you entertained.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game successfully captures a retro Genesis feel, despite its significant departure from previous Sonic titles.
- “While it's as different as it gets from past Sonic games, its overall atmosphere does retain the retro Genesis feel.”