Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Genres: Indie, Puzzle, Strategy
- Platforms: Android, iOS, Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Owlchemy Labs
- Publishers: Owlchemy Labs
Jack Lumber: The Supernatural Lumberjack Who Hates Trees
Jack Lumber is a 2012 time-warping, line-drawing, log-slicing, pun-filled lumberjacking mashup. The game follows the story of Jack Lumber, a supernatural lumberjack who hates trees, loves animals, and has an axe to grind.
One day, Jack’s granny was killed by a tree. Vowing revenge, Jack sets out on a quest to destroy all trees in the forest. Armed with his trusty axe and a variety of supernatural powers, Jack Lumber must battle his way through hordes of angry trees, solve puzzles, and overcome obstacles in order to achieve his goal.
Jack Lumber is a unique and innovative game that combines elements of action, puzzle, and strategy. The game’s time-warping mechanic allows Jack to rewind time and correct his mistakes, while the line-drawing mechanic allows him to create paths and solve puzzles. The game also features a variety of power-ups and special abilities that Jack can use to his advantage.
The game’s visuals are charming and whimsical, with a cartoonish art style that brings the characters and environments to life. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with a catchy and upbeat score that perfectly complements the gameplay.
Jack Lumber is a challenging and rewarding game that will appeal to fans of action, puzzle, and strategy games. The game’s unique mechanics, charming visuals, and excellent soundtrack make it a must-play for anyone looking for a fun and challenging gaming experience.
Gameplay
Jack Lumber is a side-scrolling action game in which the player controls Jack Lumber as he fights his way through hordes of angry trees. The game’s controls are simple and easy to learn, with the player using the arrow keys to move Jack and the mouse to aim and swing his axe.
Jack Lumber has a variety of attacks at his disposal, including a basic axe swing, a charged axe swing, and a variety of special attacks. The player can also use Jack’s time-warping ability to rewind time and correct his mistakes.
The game’s levels are filled with a variety of obstacles and puzzles that the player must overcome in order to progress. The player must use Jack’s abilities and the environment to his advantage in order to solve the puzzles and defeat the enemies.
Features
- Unique and innovative gameplay that combines elements of action, puzzle, and strategy
- Charming and whimsical visuals with a cartoonish art style
- Excellent soundtrack with a catchy and upbeat score
- A variety of power-ups and special abilities to collect
- Challenging and rewarding gameplay that will appeal to fans of all ages
System Requirements
- Windows XP or later
- 1GHz processor
- 512MB RAM
- 100MB free hard drive space
Awards and Recognition
- IGF Award for Excellence in Audio (2013)
- IndieCade Award for Best Game Design (2013)
- SXSW Gaming Award for Best Puzzle Game (2013)
Reviews
- “Jack Lumber is a clever and charming game that is sure to please fans of action, puzzle, and strategy games.” – IGN
- “Jack Lumber is a must-play for anyone looking for a fun and challenging gaming experience.” – GameSpot
- “Jack Lumber is a unique and innovative game that is sure to become a classic.” – Eurogamer
Conclusion
Jack Lumber is a unique and innovative game that combines elements of action, puzzle, and strategy. The game’s charming visuals, excellent soundtrack, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for anyone looking for a fun and rewarding gaming experience.
Review Score
8/10
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