Pokemon: Magikarp Jump

 iOS
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64

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
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  1. Gamezebo
    May 29, 2017
    80
    And while Magikarp Jump has more in common with a pet simulator than the series it’s spun off from, it still manages to emulate many of Pokémon’s recurring features. Getting progressively stronger to conquer the League Battles; catching new and different variations of Magikarp to add to your pattern dex; knowing when it’s time to move on to the next Pokémon: all of these contribute to the rewarding sense of growth and collection that should appeal to Pokémon fans and non-fans alike. If you enjoy these aspects of the series, event-based clicker gameplay, or the Magikarp Song that has been linked directly from the in-game TV, then you’ll almost certainly love Magikarp Jump.
  2. Time
    May 26, 2017
    80
    I wouldn't reach for Magikarp Jump if I had my Nintendo Switch in tow. But catch me somewhere a smartphone's simpler and quicker to hand? For the foreseeable future, you'll probably spot me pouring precious time I might otherwise expend finishing up Daniel Dennett's luminous From Bacteria to Bach: The Evolution of Minds, or teaching myself how to read Japanese, into this.
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  1. Wired
    Jun 2, 2017
    Magikarp Jump, as a result, takes what could be a mean joke about one of Pokémon Company’s sillier creations and turns it into a pleasant, engaging little game about companionship and raising a school of beautiful baby fish. When your first Magikarp reaches maturity, you gain experience as a trainer and can catch another Magikarp that grows even larger and jumpier. Let them swim around your pond, feed them, and train them with a variety of exercises to help them reach their full (albeit limited) potential. As with most mobile games, you can pay for bonuses that help your Magikarp grow up faster, but they’re unobtrusive and don’t break the game.

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#12 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2017
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#72 Most Shared iOS Game of 2017

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6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 26 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 26
  3. Negative: 6 out of 26
  1. joehi1
    Dec 12, 2017
    8
    Magikarp Jump may not be the most exciting game ever, however; it manages to create a cool pet simulator style game on mobile that can enticeMagikarp Jump may not be the most exciting game ever, however; it manages to create a cool pet simulator style game on mobile that can entice fans to find a new admiration for their fishy pal. Magikarp jump does not require much skill but it is more than a idle tap game. You the trainer chooses how to train Magikarp you choose what to upgrade, and you think about what will benefit your Magikarp's training the most. The different types of Magikarps you can find add a nice little gimmick to this pet simulator and the fact that the entirety of this free to play mobile game can be beaten without even contemplating spending money on microtransactions makes Magikarp Jump a special mobile title. While the gameplay isn't action-packed nor overly immersive, it is calm and relaxing to raise your own Magikarp. To me, it seems this game was developed not with the hope of making money in mind but with the hope of some Pokemon fans enjoying a relaxing simulator with everyone's favorite Karp.

    Cons
    Gameplay can get quite tedious
    The same visual of Magikarp jumping for every level gets boring to watch    … Full Review »
  2. AlexMakesToast
    Nov 20, 2022
    4
    Magikarp Jump = 4/10
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  3. Partycat1
    Jun 30, 2019
    2
    Somehow they have created a game with no actual gameplay. Just clicking on pieces of food, clicking a jump button or clicking a train button.Somehow they have created a game with no actual gameplay. Just clicking on pieces of food, clicking a jump button or clicking a train button. I don't see how anyone could enjoy it.… Full Review »
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