($2.99) by Ravenous Games Inc. Is an auto-running platformer with a dash of roguelike RPG elements to it. It also features a knight who is set on saving the kingdom from an evil monster. Yes, it’s an overdone gaming trope but the real meat of the game is the challenge of an auto-running platformer. Plus, it’s from the same guys who brought you, the, and, so they know a thing or two about platformers in general.Since I was born in the late ‘80s and grew up in the ‘90s, I played a lot of platformer games back in the day.
From classics like Super Mario Bros. To Sonic the Hedgehog to things like Altered Beast and X-Men, I loved them all. I didn’t have too many games back then since it was what my parents happened to buy, but ever since then, I grew an appreciation for the platformer genre in general. Even though it’s a tried-and-true formula nowadays, I can’t help but check out new platformers that hit the App Store, especially when they have a unique twist that sets them apart. Naturally, when I saw Journey Below on the App Store, I knew I had to get my hands on it. I mean, it’s from Ravenous Games and it’s a platformer with a twist — what’s not to love?
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The graphics in Journey Below follow the awesome retro pixel art style that Ravenous Games is known for. If you grew up in the age of 16-bit games, then you will feel right at home with Journey Below. While all of the maps are procedurally generated, the four environments are full of fine details and textures.
The character sprites, including the enemies and your own knight character, are rather cute and everything has their own unique movement patterns. Colors in the game range from bright vivids to darker, gloomier tones, but everything is rich in color. Animations are smooth and fluid in Journey Below, and the levels flow seamlessly into each other. The techno chiptune soundtrack is rather catchy and immerses you in the game.
Sound effects are fun too. The only thing I noticed in terms of graphics is the fact that a white line pops up consistently in the middle of the screen as I play. Not sure what is causing this, but it does get annoying.There are three game modes in Journey Below: Normal, Hard, and Endless. However, you’ll have to beat Normal first in order to unlock both Hard and Endless mode.
In Normal, you’ll have to go through 12 randomly generated levels and then fight the boss at the end in order to beat the game. Hard Mode has faster gameplay, doesn’t have health potions in the stages so you can’t heal up, and you only start with three health points.
Endless is a test to see how deep in the dungeon you can get before the monsters finally get to you. Killing enemies in Journey Below nets you points, and if you can get a combo streak going, the more points you’ll get due to the multiplier bonus.
Once you reach the end of a level, you’ll have the option of choosing one of three randomly generated character upgrades before you move on to the next area. You can collect the gold coins for more points, and make sure to watch for health potions to restore hearts, which are shown in the upper left corner. Getting hit or running into an enemy deduct a heart from your gauge, and it’s game over if you’re out (unless you got lucky with the resurrection upgrade).
When the run ends, you’ll have to start over from the beginning, though the maps and upgrades will be randomized so it’s never the same thing twice. Since Journey Below is an auto-runner, that means your knight is constantly moving, turning only once he hits the wall. You jump by tapping on the left side of the screen, and you can perform a dash attack by tapping on the right half of the screen. Some character upgrades let you do a double jump, attack in midair, or even giving your dash attack a longer range, so it’s important to use those to your advantage if you have them. While the controls sound easy enough, sometimes your knight’s movement is a bit trickier due to the layout of obstacles and incoming enemies. Timing is important, so make sure to jump and dash attack at the right moments for maximum efficiency.I’ve been playing Journey Below all morning and have been finding it to be a delight to play.
The game is designed for short to medium gaming sessions, so it’s great when you have a few minutes to spare. As a fan of roguelikes, I like the challenge that each new run brings, and the controls are simple to learn but difficult to master, as they should be.
I love Ravenous Games’ pixel art style, so this is another charming game in terms of visuals and music, though I still have the white line constantly appearing in the middle (hope that’s fixed). The game is high in replay value due to the randomly generated maps and levels, tons of achievements, and the fact that it’s a roguelike high score chaser means you’ll always be coming back.I recommend giving Journey Below a try if you like auto-runner platformers with a splash of roguelike RPG elements thrown into the mix. There are no in-app purchases.
PocketGamer GOLD awardIn a shady corner of Kingsport Bay, at the outskirts of St Armando, Bwana and his trusted sidekick Kito struggle to make ends meet at their run-down gas station. Little do they know that they are about to be thrown into a spine-tingling adventure that will take them far from home and right into a twisting plot of corruption and danger.In the first chapter of The Journey Down, the search for a lost journal leads to forgotten secrets of the mysterious Underland. Follow Bwana and Kito as they puzzle their way forward and begin to uncover the true fate of their long lost father, Captain Kaonandodo.The Journey Down is a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure! Chapter One and Chapter Two are also available for PC, Mac and Linux on Steam.Features:. A twisting tale of intriguing adventure. Tons of handpainted environments.
An all original jazzy reggae soundtrack. A fully voiced cast.
HD art and animationsTHE JOURNEY DOWN: CHAPTER TWO is available here:https://itunes.apple.com/app/the-journey-down-chapter-two/id906398185. Mirliu, Immersive, gorgeous, and so much fun!I first played The Journey Down a few years back when only chapter 1 was available and loved everything about it. Now that all 3 chapters are out, I’m so excited to discover the rest of the story. The main character Bwana, with his mischievous personality and great sense of humor, is quite a refreshing change from your typical hardened detective. The supporting cast is fantastic as well. The funky Afro-noir game design is a treat for the eyes and the music is gorgeous - and I don’t even like jazz! I love how despite the environments and plot being generally dark and mysterious, all the characters are incredibly upbeat and fun to talk to.
And something I have to mention about the game mechanics is that your items stay with you after one use, whether you may need them again or not - it never made sense to me in other p&c games when your character would leave behind a perfectly good tool after one use! I’m glad the developers here understood that. I can’t believe this amazing game has so few reviews.
Yes chapter 1 is a little short but the later chapters are much longer and definitely worth your money. Check it out, you won’t regret it!!
G1ove, Top Shelf Adventure gaming!The Journey Down remains one of my finest adventure gaming experiences on iOS. The story is compelling, the characters are likable and have depth, the graphics are gorgeous, the interface and controls are intuitive and well polished, and the puzzles are challenging yet not frustrating and are all solvable without referencing a walk through with a little persistence.Now that the entire story is complete and all three episodes are released I highly recommend playing this masterpiece of P&C adventure gaming! You won't be disappointed ?Big thanks to SkyGoblin for weathering the many storms of an indie development path, and for their perseverance to conclude The Journey Down to reward all the players who have invested in and love this story! You have my sincerest thanks! LogicElixir, About an hour of gameplayThe graphics, programming, and gameplay controls are stellar and feel polished. For $5 there are many better options, though.The voice acting is far below par.
I’d love to see these guys hire professional voice actors to enhance the gameplay. The main character and the low level criminals were well voiced. The rest of the characters sound as if they had friends record voices through cheap mics.The dialog was below par, too. Some parts were hard to listen to without cringing and never should have made production.The reason I won’t buy the other two is the length. Really short. I had no issue starting and finishing it within an hour and a half, while getting stuck on a couple puzzles and exploring everything on every screen.
I’d imagine the next two chapters are 40% more expensive and the same length.