Jump King: Classic Platforming and Rage-Inducing Challenge Now on Mobile in Soft Launch

If you're a frequent visitor to our site (and who wouldn't be?), you might have caught Will Quick's recent review of the hardcore puzzling platformer, Jump King. If this game piqued your interest, you'll be thrilled to learn that Jump King is now available in soft launch for both iOS and Android!

The premise of Jump King is timeless and simple: you play as the titular character, ascending an enormous tower with the enticing promise of a "smoking hot babe" awaiting at the top. While the narrative may not be Shakespearean, Jump King isn't aiming to revolutionize interactive storytelling. Instead, it's all about delivering a challenging experience, and it certainly delivers on that front.

Jump King boasts a steep difficulty curve with deceptively simple controls. You'll move left and right and then jump—sounds easy, right? Think again. The game's levels are fraught with complex and often treacherous designs that will challenge even the most seasoned platformer enthusiasts. With intricate layouts and leaps of faith, your patience will be put to the test, but the satisfaction of nailing that next jump is well worth the perseverance.

While Will Quick did express some reservations about the mobile version of Jump King, particularly its monetization strategy, there's still a lot to appreciate here. If you're a fan of hardcore platformers like Super Meat Boy, enjoy crisp pixel art, and a visually appealing fantasy world, then Jump King might just be the game for you.

However, if you're seeking something with a bit more depth and a darker tone, but equally challenging, consider checking out Blasphemous. This 2D hack 'n slash game shifts the focus from platforming to Dark Souls-inspired Metroidvania combat, featuring formidable bosses and a hauntingly grim fantasy world to explore.