JUMP

JUMP gives me the same feeling about VR platforming that Super Mario 64 did about 3D platforming almost 20 years ago: there are some kinks to work out, but overall, we're figuring it out. Let's be honest, 99% of gamers who have put on a VR headset (Oculus Rift, Samsung Gear VR, HTC Vive) agree that this technology is going to change the future of entertainment as a whole (not just gaming). It's the ones who haven't...

47 found this helpful, 2015-07-30

So, I wasn't convinced of VR's potential in gaming until I played JUMP. The visuals are polished, clean and nice, really appropriate music, BUT what really stands out is the feeling of being in the game space. This was really fun and my hands were sweating and I had the biggest grin on my face as I jumped around and took in the surroundings. This made me a believer in the power of VR for presence and immersion. ...

6 found this helpful, 2015-08-16

PSA - you need a VR headset to play Jump. Jump is an example of how a single basic game mechanic can make for quite an addictive "I'll just have one more go" game when played in VR. The point of each of each level (there are currently 5) is to try and make your way to the flag that is located on the highest building in the landscape using the fewest jumps possible (though there are separate high-score tables for...

9 found this helpful, 2015-08-04