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A knight climbs a perilous vertical world with carefully charged jumps, seeking a legendary woman waiting at the summit.
Released 03 May 2019
Charge Each Jump
Commit To Every Leap
Climb After Long Falls
Take up the challenge and face true high-stakes platforming in Jump King! Struggle upwards in search of the Smoking Hot Babe of legend, but explore with care; a single missed jump could lead to a long fall back down...
Developed by Nexile · Published by Nexile
You play a lone knight climbing through a vertical world in search of the legendary Smoking Hot Babe at the top. The journey leads through curious characters and varied environments, with the summit as your goal.
Movement is built around jumping: hold a button to charge a leap, then release to launch. You must judge the timing and landing before takeoff, since you cannot change your trajectory in midair and a missed jump can send you far back down.
Progress depends on learning the timing and routes through repeated attempts; falls and progress are automatically saved. The game also includes the New Babe+ and Ghost of the Babe expansions, each adding another climbing chapter.
Players often describe a mix of frustration and satisfaction: falls can cost substantial progress, but learning jump timing and finally clearing a difficult stretch can feel deeply rewarding. Reviews also praise the precise controls and the sense that improvement comes from practice, while some appreciate the pixel art, music, and atmosphere. Reactions to the demanding climb vary, with some finding it meditative and others finding it intensely stressful.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 48 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Website | Official website |
