Underplayed Gems

JackQuest: The Tale of The Sword (2019)

JackQuest: The Tale of The Sword cover
Developer
NX Games
Publisher
Crescent Moon Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating
3.8 of 5, 32 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted retro-styled adventure through a labyrinthine underground lair with environmental puzzles and boss fights.

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What players say

Players describe JackQuest as a short 2-3 hour platformer that draws clear inspiration from Wonder Boy. The movement feels odd to many, with a fast descent after jumps making platforming tricky. Opinion is split: some find it a charming, simple experience while others say the price feels too high for the content offered.

Screenshots

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