Soviet Jump Game

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Soviet Jump Game is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Fantastic Passion and was released on July 16, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Soviet Jump Game is a tough-as-nails precision platformer set in the USSR. Jump, dodge, and climb your way through a variety of challenging levels filled with hazards and obstacles. With its unique Soviet-themed setting and pixel art style, Soviet Jump Game offers a fresh take on the precision platformer genre.

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graphics42 positive mentions

stability41 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept, combining platforming with battle royale mechanics, which is both fun and engaging.
The visuals and music are charming, capturing a retro aesthetic that adds to the overall experience.
It's free to play, making it accessible for anyone to try without financial commitment.

The game suffers from significant lag and connectivity issues, making it frustrating to play at times.
There is a low player base, leading to empty lobbies and a lack of competitive matches.
The controls can feel unresponsive and slippery, which detracts from the platforming experience.

graphics
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are a mix of retro pixel art and glitch aesthetics, which some players find charming and nostalgic, while others feel it detracts from gameplay clarity. Many appreciate the unique Soviet-era theme and colorful visuals, but there are complaints about the excessive glitching and blurriness that can hinder the experience. Overall, the art style is polarizing, with some praising its creativity and humor, while others criticize it for being overly chaotic and visually confusing.
- “The graphics are great, and the power-ups are pretty different from your usual platformers.”
- “The graphics are charming, the music is great, and I love the overall concept - haven't played for too long yet, but looking forward to getting several hours in and stomping others for the glory of the motherland!”
- “The sound design is great, the soundtrack slaps hard, the whole motif of a glitchy lost piece of software is super interesting and charming, and the animations/art style are the icing on this charming soviet-inspired cake.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “Resolution can be changed but this doesn't alter the appearance of the game, as it displays in a fixed resolution and just upscales the visuals, so the resolution setting is more of a 'blurriness' scale, although there's some tweaks for that too... it's like they did a whole lot of work doing everything but just using proper, contemporary graphics.”
- “The graphics honestly get in the way; there is too much chaos and glitchy visuals which really make it difficult to tell what is going on.”
gameplay
117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is a blend of 2D platforming and battle royale mechanics, drawing heavy inspiration from classic titles like Super Mario Bros. While many players appreciate the fun, simple mechanics and engaging power-ups, they also report significant issues with lag, poor controls, and server stability that detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the game's unique concept and nostalgic aesthetic have garnered a dedicated following, with hopes for future improvements.
- “The gameplay is fun and fast-paced.”
- “The gameplay itself is quite fun too, with a plethora of different power-ups to try, and mechanics that are easy to pick up but difficult to master.”
- “Fun, addictive, simple gameplay that follows the platformers you and I grew up with.”
- “I really wanted to like this game, but right now I can't even write a full fair gameplay review because the keyboard controls are so abysmal and uncustomizable that I just can't get a feel for it.”
- “Unfortunately, the game is hampered by terrible net code, poor connections, annoying and useless bots, and overall moderate gameplay performance that leaves much to be desired.”
- “Not only is the movement abysmal, but don’t forget the artificial glitches that are not aesthetic but a part of the gameplay; the glitches actually slow down the game and hinder performance overall.”
music
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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26%
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its catchy, nostalgic chiptune style that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, often describing it as "amazing" and "top-notch," contributing significantly to the game's charm and fun factor. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay issues, the music remains a consistent highlight that players find themselves humming long after playing.
- “The soundtrack is particularly notable; I can't get the songs out of my head now.”
- “The music is fantastic.”
- “The sound design is great, the soundtrack slaps hard, the whole motif of a glitchy lost piece of software is super interesting and charming, and the animations/art style are the icing on this charming Soviet-inspired cake.”
- “Wasn't too into the brown scale art and the horribly loud music that you change till after this intro.”
- “I've seen someone claim the music was 'boring and unforgettable'; I've caught myself humming the main theme three times today.”
- “Chiptune music, and concept with a weak base game.”
humor
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is a blend of quirky, Soviet-themed charm and playful absurdity, often drawing comparisons to classic platformers like Mario. Players appreciate the lighthearted, sometimes ridiculous nature of the gameplay, with many finding the art style and character designs amusing. While some critiques mention the humor can feel outdated or reliant on stereotypes, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a fun and entertaining experience, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “Second, it's stupid fun! So that's at least two reasons to play this hilarious game.”
- “Great fun with a wry sense of humor.”
- “So much fun, with hilarious details around every corner!”
- “This game perfectly reflects modern game grumps: old, unfunny, and dead.”
- “I heard someone else describe the Soviet/bootleg theme as 'unfunny jokes'; I'm easy to please, but I've found the details amusing.”
stability
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players noting significant bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as hitbox errors and connectivity issues. While some appreciate the intentional glitches as part of the game's charm and aesthetic, others find them frustrating and detrimental to the overall experience. Overall, the game is still in early access, and while it shows potential, many reviewers recommend waiting for further optimizations before fully diving in.
- “This game is a buggy, unstable mess.”
- “Overhyped, unfinished, and buggy.”
- “Buggy, laggy, mess, even if you put this game on the lowest settings to make it run better, the gameplay will have you getting frustrated by the smallest problems.”
monetization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization primarily relies on cosmetic microtransactions, which are optional and do not provide a competitive advantage, making them less intrusive than in many other free-to-play titles. While some players appreciate the ability to unlock content through gameplay, others criticize the pricing of skins and the overall monetization strategy as exploitative. Despite being free, the presence of microtransactions has sparked mixed feelings, with some viewing them as a necessary aspect of funding while others see them as a cash grab.
- “The game is funded with microtransactions, but I think it's okay since you only pay for cosmetics, can unlock a lot by just playing the game, and it's free otherwise.”
- “Whilst I would prefer microtransactions never existed, the way they are handled in this game is the way to do them by not advertising them everywhere and they are not scummy, intrusive, or offer a competitive edge.”
- “It has microtransactions, but all of them are for purely cosmetic options.”
- “Everything else was just going to be inside jokes, references, and the inevitable monetization of their fans.”
- “Too bad it's loaded down with exploitative monetization.”
- “Now, being free - this game does have in-app purchases - none of them are beneficial to the player.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some praising its immersive atmosphere and clever marketing, while others express disappointment over the lack of a structured narrative or campaign mode. Players appreciate the engaging backstory and unique elements, but many feel that the absence of NPCs and cooperative gameplay detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the story is seen as entertaining and innovative, yet there is a strong desire for more depth and player interaction in future updates.
- “This latest addition to the series was innovative and brilliant; with (in my opinion) the best graphics you can get currently in a VR game, with an amazing storyline and a very immersive atmosphere; Soviet Jump Game has shown a new age for VR as a whole and is a great and long-awaited addition to the Russia series.”
- “With many different aspects to the game, it creates an environment suitable for most people who have used VR before to play in; it has some horror in it (which has been the first to actually scare me in quite a while) but it is balanced out in a way where it's not too repetitive and fits just right with the rest of the story aspects too.”
- “The first Grump game could be condensed down to nothing but art, sound, and story, and it's clear they know how to push these elements to the max.”
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
- “The big story of the game, unfortunately, will probably be the awkward marketing during its alpha/beta phase, but the game itself is well worth a try.”
- “I think if fantastic passion and Game Grumps want this game to succeed as much as possible, I would make a campaign mode with a story or some NPC fillers so no one is left fighting the only other person on a lonely server.”
optimization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is a significant concern, with players reporting major issues such as poor net code, control configuration problems, and numerous bugs that hinder performance. While some improvements have been noted since release, many users still experience lag and glitches that affect gameplay, particularly on lower-end PCs. Overall, the game is in early access, and while there is hope for future optimizations, current performance issues detract from the experience.
- “Performance issues have already gotten better since release and I expect more updates to come.”
- “While it's mostly been optimization updates and fixing issues, those optimizations and fixes have been enough so far where I can actually start recommending you give this game a shot.”
- “It's obviously not perfect because it's early access, I do hold out that things are going to get optimized a lot as time goes on, because while it's true I do have minimal requirements, this game chugs a lot.”
- “A fun and free battle-royale game which has major optimization issues, and doesn't save control configurations for some reason.”
- “Unfortunately the game is hampered by terrible net code, poor connections, annoying and useless bots, and overall moderate gameplay performance that leaves much to be desired.”
- “Not only is the movement abysmal but don’t forget the artificial glitches that are not aesthetic but a part of the gameplay. The glitches actually slow down the game and hinder performance overall, causing your game to lag behind a solid 10-20fps if you walk past a cluster of glitches.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability due to its human opponents and randomized level design, with no pay-to-win elements beyond cosmetics. However, concerns about player population and engagement suggest that additional features, such as tournaments or special events, could enhance its longevity and replay value. Overall, it is considered as replayable as other battle royale games, but improvements are needed to maintain player interest.
- “The human opponents and random level design make for great replayability. I can't find any pay-to-win aspects, just cosmetics, which I appreciate.”
- “Overall, this is a really great game and is just as replayable as any other battle royale.”
- “The world has the potential to be a really fun side-scroller all on its own, and it needs other facets if it's going to stay alive and be replayable for a long time.”
- “The world has the potential to be a really fun side scroller on its own, but it needs additional features to remain engaging and replayable over time.”
- “Without a clear incentive to return, the game quickly loses its appeal after the initial playthrough.”
- “Once you've completed the main objectives, there's little motivation to dive back in, making replayability a significant issue.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight the character development through smooth animations and distinctive character designs, which enhance the overall immersion and individuality of each character in the game.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that unfolds beautifully throughout the game.”
- “I love how the characters evolve based on player choices, making every decision feel impactful and personal.”
- “The depth of the characters is impressive; their growth and relationships are portrayed in a way that feels authentic and engaging.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a deep sense of disappointment and heartbreak over the lack of developer support for the game, feeling that it had significant potential and personality that is now being wasted as it stagnates.
- “It's heartbreaking to watch a game with high potential and personality cut itself off before it really started blooming.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making every decision feel weighty and impactful.”
- “I found myself deeply invested in the story, feeling a range of emotions from joy to sorrow as I progressed through the game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express mixed feelings about grinding, with some appreciating the nostalgic payoff from years of experience in games like Mario, while others find the repetitive nature of questing and dungeon grinding less appealing.
- “Don't feel like questing or grinding dungeons?”
- “Your years of grinding away at Mario games will finally pay off.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its innovative graphics and immersive storyline, creating a captivating experience in VR. The unique "bootleg soviet retro game" aesthetic, combined with catchy chiptune music, enhances the overall charm and distinctiveness of the environment.
- “This latest addition to the series was innovative and brilliant; with the best graphics you can get currently in a VR game, an amazing storyline, and a very immersive atmosphere. Soviet Jump Game has shown a new age for VR as a whole and is a great and long-awaited addition to the Russia series.”
- “The items are distinct and fun, the chiptune music is nice and catchy and really fits the atmosphere. The 'bootleg Soviet retro game' aesthetic is unique and interesting, and the graphics are really charming and nice.”