Summary
- Release Year: 2015
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Wii U, Xbox 360, Xbox One
- Developers: Vicious Cycle Software
- Publishers: Little Orbit
Adventure Time: Finn and Jake Investigations – A Review
Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations is an action-adventure video game developed by Vicious Cycle Software and published by Bandai Namco Games. It was released on November 17, 2015, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Wii U, and Xbox 360. The game is based on the popular Cartoon Network animated television series Adventure Time, and follows the adventures of Finn the Human and Jake the Dog as they investigate a series of mysterious cases in the Land of Ooo.
Gameplay
Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations is a third-person action-adventure game with a focus on exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. Players control Finn and Jake as they travel through the Land of Ooo, investigating crimes, talking to characters, and solving puzzles. Finn can use his sword to attack enemies, while Jake can use his stretchy body to grapple onto objects and solve puzzles.
The game features a variety of different environments to explore, including the Candy Kingdom, the Ice Kingdom, and the Fire Kingdom. Each environment is filled with its own unique characters and challenges. Players will need to use their wits and skills to solve the puzzles and defeat the enemies that stand in their way.
Story
The story of Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations is loosely based on the sixth season of the Adventure Time TV show. Finn and Jake discover a mysterious assignment printing machine called the “tickertype,” and decide to become detectives like their parents, Joshua and Margaret. The game follows Finn and Jake as they investigate a series of strange cases, including a missing person, a stolen artifact, and a mysterious creature that is terrorizing the Land of Ooo.
Characters
Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations features a large cast of characters from the Adventure Time TV show, including Finn, Jake, Princess Bubblegum, Ice King, and Marceline the Vampire Queen. Each character has their own unique personality and abilities, and they all play an important role in the game’s story.
Graphics and Sound
Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations features colorful and vibrant graphics that are faithful to the look of the TV show. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, and it features a mix of original music and songs from the show.
Overall
Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations is a fun and charming action-adventure game that will appeal to fans of the show and newcomers alike. The game features a variety of different environments to explore, a large cast of characters to interact with, and a compelling story to follow. The game’s combat is simple but satisfying, and the puzzles are challenging but fair. Overall, Adventure Time: Finn & Jake Investigations is a great game that is sure to please fans of the show and action-adventure games in general.
Score: 8/10
Pros:
- Faithful to the look and feel of the TV show
- Large cast of characters to interact with
- Compelling story
- Simple but satisfying combat
- Challenging but fair puzzles
Cons:
- Combat can be repetitive at times
- Some puzzles can be frustrating
- Camera can be finicky at times
Review Score
7.5/10
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