Jump King: Classic Platforming Hits Mobile, Soft Launch Now Live

If you've been keeping up with the latest on our site, you might have caught Will Quick's recent review of the hardcore puzzling platformer, Jump King. Exciting news for fans: Jump King is now available in soft launch for both iOS and Android!

The premise of Jump King is delightfully simple yet timeless. You play as the titular character, striving to ascend a towering structure, enticed by the promise of a "smoking hot babe" at its peak. While the narrative might not win any literary awards, Jump King isn't aiming for high-brow storytelling. Instead, it's all about the challenge—and what a challenge it is!

Jump King features a steep difficulty curve and deceptively simple controls. You'll navigate left and right, then jump. Sounds easy, right? Think again. The complex and often treacherous levels demand precision and patience. Each leap of faith tests your skill and resolve, but hitting that next jump is incredibly rewarding.

Might as well jumpWhile Will Quick noted some concerns with the mobile version's monetization, there's still a lot to love about Jump King. If you're a fan of hardcore platformers like Super Meat Boy, appreciate crisp pixel art, and enjoy a visually appealing fantasy world with an irreverent twist, Jump King could be right up your alley.

For those seeking a darker, more serious challenge without the platforming focus, consider checking out Blasphemous. This 2D hack 'n slash game draws inspiration from Dark Souls and offers Metroidvania-style combat with challenging bosses set in a deeply grim fantasy world.