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Jawbreaker

Jawbreaker

PC
Released

Release Date: April 23, 2024

Action, FPP, Survival Horror, Post-apocalypse, Indie Games, Action Adventure, Singleplayer

Jawbreaker is a survival horror action game developed and published by a single person - Vincent Lade. We play as a gang member delving into the city ruins, exploring a pristine police station in search of supplies.

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Jawbreaker is an FPP action adventure game with survival horror elements. It was developed and published by a single man - Vincent Lade, also responsible for games such as The Swine and the episodic Deathbloom.

Plot

The game is set in the United States, after a great economic collapse in 2028 and a mysterious "awakening" forces the survivors to face a new, dark reality. They join various gangs to survive, fighting each other for supplies and territory in the abandoned USA districts.

The playable character of Jawbreaker is a former teacher, joining one of the smaller gangs in New Citadel City. When their bunker starts running out of supplies, he volunteers to venture into the city ruins in search of resources. During his expedition he stumbles upon a pristine police station. Intrigued, he decides to risk it and breaks into the place, quickly realizing what a huge mistake he has made.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Developer: Vincent Lade

Publisher: Vincent Lade

Age restrictions: 18+

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Jawbreaker Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 3.16 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 560 or better, 10 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-7700 2.8 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or better, 10 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Jawbreaker Video Game.

65%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (102)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Atmosphere and Aesthetic: Many users praised the game's atmosphere, noting its ability to create a tense and immersive environment reminiscent of other horror titles. The world-building and aesthetic style were highlighted as strong points.
  • Soundtrack: The soundtrack received positive mentions, with some players expressing a desire for it to be released as a DLC.
  • Voice Acting: The voice acting was generally regarded as decent and added to the overall experience.
  • Puzzle Elements: Some players enjoyed the puzzle mechanics, finding them intuitive and engaging.

The main cons of the game

  • Stealth Mechanics: The stealth gameplay was widely criticized for being frustrating and poorly executed. Enemies often had unrealistic detection abilities, leading to constant retries and a trial-and-error experience.
  • Limited Ammo: Players noted that ammunition was extremely scarce, making combat nearly impossible and forcing a reliance on stealth, which many found unsatisfactory.
  • Boss Fights: The boss encounters were described as tedious and poorly designed, often involving obscure mechanics that led to confusion and frustration.
  • Bugs and Technical Issues: Numerous users reported bugs, including soft locks and crashes, which significantly detracted from the gameplay experience. Issues with save points and inconsistent AI behavior were also common complaints.
  • Gameplay Mechanics: Many users found the controls and movement sluggish, which hindered the overall enjoyment of the game.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Improved AI: Players felt that the enemy AI needed significant improvements to enhance the stealth experience and create a more balanced challenge.
  • Checkpoints: The lack of checkpoints was a major frustration, as players had to restart entire chapters after dying.
  • Customization Options: Users expressed a desire for more graphical options, such as brightness adjustments, to improve visibility in darker areas of the game.
  • Better Combat Mechanics: There was a call for more effective combat mechanics and a more balanced approach to weapon usage, as the scarcity of ammo made combat feel pointless.

Summary

    Conclusion

    • In conclusion, while "Jawbreaker" has a strong atmosphere and some interesting ideas, it suffers from significant gameplay issues that detract from the overall experience. Many players hope for improvements in future updates or sequels.

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