If you're 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 piqued your interest, you'll be thrilled to know 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 take on the role of the titular Jump King, tasked with scaling a colossal tower in pursuit of a "smoking hot babe" at its 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 with deceptively simple controls. You move left and right, then jump. Sounds easy, right? Think again. The intricate and often perilous levels will test even the most seasoned platformer enthusiasts. With complex layouts and daring leaps, your patience will be pushed to its limits, but the satisfaction of nailing that next jump is unparalleled.
**Might as well jump**
While Will Quick noted some concerns with the mobile version's monetization, there's still a lot to appreciate about Jump King. 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 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.
