Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure, Puzzle
- Platforms: Android, iOS, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation Vita
- Publishers: Lucid Games, Sony Computer Entertainment of America
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 (2013)
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 is a point-and-click adventure game developed and published by Silver Wish Games. It was released for Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux on October 31, 2013. The game is the first in a series of episodic games following the adventures of Jacob Jones, a young boy who investigates the mystery of Bigfoot.
Gameplay
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 is a point-and-click adventure game played from a third-person perspective. The player controls Jacob as he explores the Camp Eagle Feathers campground and its surrounding forest, interacting with objects and characters and solving puzzles to progress the story.
The game features a variety of puzzles, including environmental puzzles, inventory puzzles, and logic puzzles. Environmental puzzles require the player to interact with the game world to find clues and solve problems. Inventory puzzles require the player to collect and use items from their inventory to solve puzzles. Logic puzzles require the player to use their reasoning skills to solve problems.
Plot
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 begins with Jacob arriving at Camp Eagle Feathers, a summer camp for boys. Jacob is excited to spend the summer camping, hiking, and swimming, but he soon learns that there is something strange going on at the camp.
Jacob begins to hear stories of Bigfoot sightings in the forest, and he decides to investigate. He soon discovers that there is more to the Bigfoot mystery than meets the eye, and he must use all of his skills to uncover the truth.
Characters
- Jacob Jones: A brave and curious young boy who is determined to solve the mystery of Bigfoot.
- Mr. Jones: Jacob’s father, who is a park ranger at Camp Eagle Feathers.
- Mrs. Jones: Jacob’s mother, who is a nurse at the camp infirmary.
- Emily: A friendly and outgoing girl who is one of Jacob’s fellow campers.
- Max: A shy and bookish boy who is another one of Jacob’s fellow campers.
- Bigfoot: A mysterious creature that is said to inhabit the forest surrounding Camp Eagle Feathers.
Development
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 was developed by a small team of independent developers at Silver Wish Games. The game was inspired by classic point-and-click adventure games such as The Secret of Monkey Island and Day of the Tentacle.
The developers wanted to create a game that was fun and challenging, and that would appeal to both children and adults. They also wanted to create a game that was visually appealing and that would immerse the player in the world of Camp Eagle Feathers.
Reception
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its charming characters, engaging story, and challenging puzzles. Many reviewers also praised the game’s visuals and atmosphere.
The game was also a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide. It was nominated for several awards, including the Independent Games Festival Award for Excellence in Visual Art.
Legacy
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 was followed by two sequels, Jacob Jones and the Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb (2014) and Jacob Jones and the Secret of the Lost Pyramid (2015). The game also spawned a number of spin-offs, including a mobile game and a comic book series.
The Jacob Jones series has been praised for its fun and challenging gameplay, its charming characters, and its beautiful visuals. The games have been enjoyed by millions of players around the world, and they continue to be popular today.
Conclusion
Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1 is a fun and challenging adventure game that is perfect for kids and adults alike. The game features a charming cast of characters, an engaging story, and challenging puzzles. The visuals are beautiful and the atmosphere is immersive. If you are a fan of point-and-click adventure games, then you should definitely check out Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery: Episode 1.
Review Score
8/10
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