1.3.1 Safe to install
A Nostalgic Adventure in Pixelated World
Junk Jack Retro combines the beloved mechanics of sandbox exploration with charming pixel art, providing a delightful experience for fans of retro games and creative building.
If you don't already own Junk Jack, we highly recommend purchasing it before considering Junk Jack Retro. This game is where it all began!
Junk Jack Retro, formerly known as Junk Jack, now offers widescreen support. It is a prequel to the popular 2D sandbox game, Junk Jack. In this game, players have the freedom to explore, build their homes, and survive in randomly generated worlds filled with monsters, treasures, and hidden secrets.
What the Critics Say:
- "A Wonderful Free-Roam Game with an Irresistible Pixel Aesthetic" - Iphonealley.com, 4.5/5
- "It has charm in spades. While it isn't the first 2D sandbox building game out there, it is a particularly attractive one, sporting crisp pixel art and gorgeous lighting effects." - Toucharcade, 4/5
- "Junk Jack is a hands-down, must-own for any iOS users who love sandbox crafting games." - 148apps, 4.5/5
- "Junk Jack isn't Minecraft, but its 2D world provides the same level of novel exploration fun while presenting challenges of its own to overcome; a tightly balanced free-form experience that's only going to get better with time." - Appspy, 5/5
Come join our forum at http://forum.pixbits.com to help us improve our game and share your creations!
Features:
- Retro style pixel art
- Beautiful soundtracks from Bright Primate
- Intuitive controls: swipe to move and tap to interact
- Dynamic day/night cycle
- Customizable signs to prevent getting lost
- Advanced farming system with over 30 plant types
- 135+ recipes for cookable foods
- Tint cloth blocks with 15 color dyes
- Unique underground biomes with their own graphics and monsters
- Placeable and throwable explosives to destroy buildings, landscapes, and monsters
- Over 60 different critters and enemies to fight against
- Fully featured lighting system with various light sources
- Infinite worlds across 3 slots, each generated uniquely
- Procedurally generated worlds with plants, caves, and different biomes
- A double layered world that allows customization of backgrounds and foregrounds
- Diverse ores and shiny gems for your adventure
- Hidden containers full of treasures
- Over 1000 treasures to discover
- Over 600 crafts to create
- More than 380 types of blocks
- Various house decorations like sofas, tables, wardrobes, paintings, and statues
- In-game book that teaches gameplay and available recipes
- Shelves for showcasing items in your buildings
- Minimap with zoom feature to share your creations
- Runs smoothly on older generation hardware
A special thanks to Notch for developing our larger indie sibling, Minecraft, without which this game would not exist. If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact us!
Overview
Junk Jack Retro is a Commercial software in the category Games & Entertainment developed by Pixbits SRL.
The latest version of Junk Jack Retro is 1.3.1, released on 12/24/2023. It was initially added to our database on 12/24/2023.
Junk Jack Retro runs on the following operating systems: iOS.
Users of Junk Jack Retro gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Retro-style pixel art graphics create a charming visual aesthetic.
- Extensive crafting system allows for virtually unlimited creativity and customization.
- Huge variety of biomes and creatures to explore and interact with.
- Multiplayer mode allows players to team up and collaborate in exploring and building.
- Frequent updates and new content additions keep the game fresh and engaging.
Cons
- Controls can be a bit fiddly on smaller screens, especially in fast-paced situations.
- Some players may find the gameplay loop of gathering resources and crafting to be repetitive.
- Difficulty curve may be steep for new players, requiring patience and perseverance to progress effectively.
FAQ
What is Junk Jack Retro?
Junk Jack Retro is a 2D sandbox game developed by Pixbits SRL.
In which year was Junk Jack Retro released?
Junk Jack Retro was first released in 2011.
On which platforms can Junk Jack Retro be played?
Junk Jack Retro is available on iOS devices.
What type of gameplay can be expected in Junk Jack Retro?
Junk Jack Retro offers sandbox gameplay where players can explore, mine, craft, and build.
Are there different biomes to explore in Junk Jack Retro?
Yes, Junk Jack Retro features various biomes such as forests, deserts, caves, and more.
Can players customize their characters in Junk Jack Retro?
Yes, players can customize their characters with different outfits, accessories, and hairstyles.
Is multiplayer mode available in Junk Jack Retro?
Junk Jack Retro does not have multiplayer mode; it is a single-player experience.
Are there boss battles in Junk Jack Retro?
Yes, Junk Jack Retro includes boss battles for players to challenge.
What is the objective of Junk Jack Retro?
The main objective of Junk Jack Retro is to explore, collect resources, craft items, and build your own world.
Does Junk Jack Retro receive regular updates from Pixbits SRL?
Pixbits SRL provides updates for Junk Jack Retro to add new content and features to the game.
Peter Salakani
I'm Peter, a software reviews author at UpdateStar and content specialist with a keen focus on usability and performance. With a background in both software development and content creation, I bring a unique perspective to evaluating and discussing general software topics. When I'm not reviewing software, I enjoy staying updated on the latest tech trends, experimenting with new applications, and finding innovative solutions to everyday tech challenges.
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