Tomb Joe

About

In "Tomb Joe," players step into the boots of the titular archaeologist as he investigates the fate of his father and the legendary Scepter of Gods. The game features intense action and puzzle-solving in ancient Central American ruins, where the line between myth and reality blurs. As Joe, players will uncover the truth behind the Scepter and the mysterious disappearance of his father's expedition.

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Play Modes

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

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game offers easy 100% achievements, making it appealing for achievement hunters.
Some players found humor in the game's glitches and bugs, describing it as a 'so bad it's good' experience.
The retro graphics and simple concept may appeal to those looking for a quick, casual gaming experience.

The game is extremely short, with only three levels that can be completed in under 30 minutes.
Controls are unresponsive and buggy, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
The game lacks depth and polish, feeling more like an unfinished project or asset flip rather than a fully developed game.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The story is described as engaging and reminiscent of the Indiana Jones franchise, taking players on a journey filled with highs and lows. However, the presentation suffers from issues such as an unreadable font and a lack of atmospheric music, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, typos in the mission screens further diminish the storytelling quality.
- “I cannot fathom the heights and the depths that the story brought me to.”
- “[Tomb Joe]'s story is almost straight from the [Indiana Jones] franchise.”
- “Goes for a story.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly dull: there's no music in the stages, only in the mission screen.”
- “And the mission screens have typos.”
- “[tomb joe]'s story is almost straight from the Indiana Jones franchise.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that negatively impact gameplay, including poor movement mechanics and awkward animations. Many find the experience frustrating and describe it as a "buggy" platformer that detracts from overall enjoyment.
- “Overall, the game plays really poorly and the movement feels buggy.”
- “It's miserable, buggy, and really short.”
- “Also, the animations don't link well; your momentum gets cut every time you land from a jump or fall, and the transitions between screens/areas can be buggy (or just poorly put together).”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some players finding them acceptable but ultimately subpar compared to other platform games from the early 90s. Additionally, the lack of music and basic sound effects further detracts from the overall visual experience.
- “Amazing graphics”
- “I have played much better platform games, with better controls and better graphics in the early 90s.”
- “The music is pretty bad and the graphics are subpar.”
- “The retro graphics are okay, but the game has no music and the sound effects are very basic.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music in the game is largely criticized, with many noting its absence during gameplay and only appearing on the mission screen, contributing to a dull atmosphere. Additionally, some users have accused the developers of stealing music, while others describe the quality as poor. Overall, the sound effects are considered basic and unremarkable.
- “The retro graphics are okay, but the game has no music and the sound effects are very basic.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly dull: there's no music in the stages, only in the mission screen.”
- “The music is pretty bad and the graphics are subpar.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by absurd moments, such as Indiana Jones's maniacal laughter and the exaggerated randomness of rock drops, which contribute to a consistently hilarious experience that keeps players entertained.
- “Indiana Jones is maniacally laughing in the corner, covering his face...”
- “The random rock drops during this are so overkill, I just couldn't stop laughing at it.”
- “Hilarious.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game to be heartwarming, evoking strong emotional responses and creating a deep connection with the characters and story.
- “The story was incredibly heartwarming, leaving me with a sense of hope and joy.”
- “I felt a deep emotional connection to the characters, their struggles resonated with my own experiences.”
- “The game beautifully captures the essence of love and loss, making every moment feel profoundly impactful.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has been criticized for having no replayability, with players reporting numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience.
- “There is zero replayability due to repetitive gameplay and lack of meaningful choices.”
- “The game feels like a one-time experience; there's nothing that encourages me to play it again.”
- “After finishing the game, I found no incentive to replay it, as the story and mechanics don't change.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is criticized for being incredibly dull, lacking music during gameplay stages and only featuring it on the mission screen, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly dull: there's no music in the stages, only in the mission screen.”
- “The game lacks any immersive ambiance, making it feel lifeless and unengaging.”
- “The environments are bland and uninspired, failing to create any sense of mood or tension.”