If you've been a regular visitor to our site (and who wouldn't be?), you might have caught Will Quick's recent review of the hardcore puzzle-platformer, Jump King. If that piqued your interest, you'll be thrilled to learn that Jump King is now available in soft launch for both iOS and Android devices!
Jump King's premise is as timeless as video games themselves. You step into the shoes of the titular Jump King, tasked with scaling a massive tower in pursuit of a "smoking hot babe" at the summit. While the narrative might not win any literary awards, Jump King isn't about storytelling; it's all about the challenge, and what a challenge it is.
The game boasts a steep difficulty curve paired with deceptively simple controls. You move left, right, and jump—sounds easy, right? Think again. The intricate and often perilous levels demand precision and patience, putting even seasoned platformer enthusiasts to the test. Navigating through complex layouts and daring leaps of faith, your perseverance will be rewarded with each successful jump.
Might as well jumpWhile Will did express some concerns about the mobile version of Jump King, particularly its monetization model, there's still a lot to appreciate. If you're a fan of hardcore platformers like Super Meat Boy, enjoy crisp pixel art, and appreciate a visually stunning fantasy world, Jump King might be right up your alley.
However, if you're in the mood for something more serious and darker, yet equally challenging, consider checking out Blasphemous. This 2D hack 'n slash game swaps platforming for Dark Souls-inspired Metroidvania combat, featuring tough bosses and an immersive, grim fantasy world to explore.
