JUMP FORCE Reviews
Jump Force: Deluxe Edition isn't a terrible title, but you have to be willing to forgive its numerous issues to enjoy it. The fighting is flashy, but it lacks depth since you can button-mash the attack button and win just about every match. The character roster is smaller compared to previous Jump games, and some of the dream interactions are hobbled by a less-than-stellar story and a lack of voices to make the interactions impactful. There are certainly better fighting games on the system, including a few licensed ones, and the only reason to give this one a look is if you really, really need to have some sort of crossover going.
Considering Bandai Namco's experience in creating fighting titles, Jump Force is a disappointing release that is not worthy of WSJ magazine's name.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Jump Force was a game I was really looking forward to playing this year. Being a huge fan of the Xenoverse games like you may have guessed already judging by the number of times I mentioned them, Jump Force takes that formula and tries to fit the square peg in a round hole.
Promising collection of manga and anime characters but quite disappointing as a fighting game
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The fighting itself can still be a fun and mad scramble that’s easily accessible for anyone looking to fast-track to Super Saiyan levels, and there’s definitely an appeal to creating your own avatar to join those ranks. Yet, if you want a faithful anime fighter that both beginners and experts can get stuck into, Dragon Ball FighterZ already delivered that last year. With all the potential here for celebrating 50 years of Shonen Jump, sadly at this point it seems that fans pining for a truly great anime crossover fighting game may just have to cross their fingers that Goku comes to Smash.
Jump Force is the perfect example of good intentions with poor execution. I personally feel sorry for diehard fans who were really looking forward to a game that had so much potential. Unfortunately, all anyone got was a box of disappointment and relentless loading times. As a whole, Jump Force comes off half baked and unfulfilling. I honestly wish I had more good things to say about this game but even now I'm hard pressed. The most positive thing I can say about this game is that it could be a starting point for a brand new series of games. Even though this game is in dire need of fixing, I have hopes that redemption can be made with a solid sequel if done right.
Boasting a roster of great Shonen Jump characters and a decent fighting game at its core, Jump Force forgets all of the other elements that you'd ordinarily take for granted. Fans might find something here to enjoy, but anyone who doesn't know their Frieza from their Vegeta might do well to steer clear.
Despite having 50 years of legacy to work from, this manga mash-up feels like a rush job. The combat offers basic fun, but as a complete package, Jump Force is a flop.Jack Ridsdale
Jump Force is a tremendous disappointment that almost completely wastes the potential of its vast cast of characters.
There's no ease way to put it: Jump Force is a massive disappointment. The game should be an epic celebration of 50 years of legendary characters and stories. What we're left with is a dated game that looks like a cheap cash grab. Goku, Naruto, Luffy and friends deserve so much better.
Review in French | Read full review
Jump Force somehow only achieves mediocrity at best despite the star power found on its roster and the potential that comes with that cast. The characters are indeed faithfully recreated, stylish abilities and all, but nothing feels seamless.
Jump Force is another primitive product created to make some quick cash on most loyal fans.
Review in Russian | Read full review
Jump Force can be fun with friends when you're just looking for a quick and easy scrap, but as a celebration of all things Jump, it's a borderline embarrassment. Thanks to a truly egregious art style and comically bad story presentation, this is an accessible and often fun crossover brawler let down by its disappointingly shoddy packaging. Ultimately, it's difficult not to feel as though all of these classic manga and anime properties deserve much better than Jump Force.
Unfortunately, Jump Force feels like an unfinished game that had a lot of potential and cause for celebration riding on it
Obvious shortcuts doom what could have been one of the best anime fighters yet.
Jump Force has all the ingredients of an epic manga crossover, but fails to execute them in a memorable way
A half gas tribute and little worked on in all senses, with quite questionable technical and design decisions. The fights become quite tedious and it is very easy to break the gameplay with certain techniques. Cinematic scenes made with the minimum effort and a plot that does not get to hook at any time. On the other hand, the selection of fighters is interesting and the techniques are quite spectacular visually. A game to give you a chance when there is nothing else to get your hands on.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Jump Force is a highly anticipated game, but it has not exceeded my expectations. I was fascinated with the amount of playable characters, but they don't have well-made models, and they don't demonstrate any lively emotion. It's frustrating that a game with so much potential was launched with so many aspects to be improved. About the fighting, the commands are easy but the inputlag is huge and disrupts the gameplay.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
If you're looking for competitive fighting games, then Jump Force isn't for you. But if Anime series has a special place in your heart, you may enjoy it despite its quirks. Though its pretty limited at what it does.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Jump Force is a hard pass from me, which really is a shame, as I was hoping for so much more from a game of this pedigree.