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Is Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1 worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Adventure players who prefer puzzle-solving to combat-focused play
- Players who favor character conversations over action-led progression
- Players interested in a humorous mystery rather than a realistic camp setting
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking combat-focused or action-heavy gameplay
- Players who prefer open-ended progression over a puzzle-led story
- Players looking for a complete series in one purchase rather than an episode
Our take on Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1
Rather than centering its adventure on combat or traversal, this episode uses point-and-click puzzles and conversations to reveal a camp mystery. Its cast of talking animals and oddball residents gives the investigation a comic, offbeat tone.
What is Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1?
Jacob Jones is a new camper at Camp Eagle Feather, where he investigates strange events during his summer vacation.
Explore an interactive 3D environment, talk with unusual residents, and use point-and-click controls to work through puzzles. The story raises questions about the forest at night, talking animals, an angry Mr. Grimmel, and other mysteries at the camp. Characters include a talking fox, a celebrity-obsessed barmaid, hunters, and a death-metal fan roommate; each has voice acting. This episode’s story was written by George Poles, whom the vendor identifies as BAFTA-nominated. Episode 2 is also available on Steam.
How Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1 plays
- 01Interactive 3D setting
- The camp environment can be explored as Jacob investigates what is happening there.
- 02Point-and-click puzzles
- Solving interactive puzzles is part of uncovering the camp’s secrets.
- 03Voiced characters
- The cast includes unusual figures such as a talking fox and a death-metal fan roommate, with voice acting for each.
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Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1: platforms & release
Is Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1 worth it?
It is worth it if: adventure players who prefer puzzle-solving to combat-focused play. Skip it if: players seeking combat-focused or action-heavy gameplay.
Where can I download Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Jacob Jones and the Bigfoot Mystery : Episode 1 on?
Windows only.
