If you've been a regular visitor to our site (and who wouldn't be?), you might have caught Will Quick's latest review of the hardcore puzzling platformer, Jump King. If that review 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 classic as video games get. You play as the titular Jump King, tasked with scaling a colossal tower in pursuit of a "smoking hot babe" at the summit. While not aiming for Shakespearean storytelling, Jump King focuses squarely on delivering a challenging experience. And challenging it is!
The game boasts a steep difficulty curve with controls that seem deceptively simple: move left, move right, then jump. But don't let that fool you; navigating the complex and often perilous levels will test even the most seasoned platformer enthusiasts. With intricate layouts and daring leaps of faith, your patience will be put to the test, yet perseverance is always rewarded with each successful jump.
While Will had some critiques about the mobile port of Jump King, particularly its monetization approach, 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 with a humorous twist, then Jump King could be right up your alley.
However, if you're in the mood for something a bit more serious and darker yet equally challenging, consider checking out Blasphemous. This 2D hack 'n slash game shifts the focus from platforming to Dark Souls-inspired Metroidvania combat, featuring tough bosses and a deeply immersive, grim fantasy world to explore.