Let’s get one thing straight, out of the blocks. Cricket: Jae’s Really Peculiar Game is, as far as we can tell, not about the boring bat-and-ball sport popular the world over. No, instead this cartoony JRPG is an action-packed adventure with chaotic turn-based combat and a hilarious story. Now tell us, which of those sounds more interesting?!
Mystery Abound
Coming later this year to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC platforms, Cricket: Jae’s Really Peculiar Game comes to us from PM Studios and Studio Kumiho.
This is the latter’s second title after competitive arena game A Sound Plan, from 2019. This year’s release promises adventure, mystery and laughs, as you accompany Jae and his merry bunch of friends on a journey across the world of Yimmelia. This moon is rumoured to grant any wish that one can dream up, and is home to some truly beautiful environments that you will traverse through.
Gameplay-wise, and this is very much a Final Fantasy-esque turn-based RPG, however visually we would place Cricket: Jae’s Really Peculiar Game with the likes of South Park: The Stick of Truth and the sequel South Park: The Fractured But Whole. Expect to be ensuring the timing of your moves is spot on, and using powerful combos.
Key Features
- Hand-Animated Artistry: Experience a visually stunning adventure with hand-drawn animations that bring the story to life.
- Unique Combat System: Engage in battles that require timing, strategy, and teamwork, featuring a dynamic meter system for executing powerful combos.
- Interactive World: Explore diverse environments from serene forests to bustling cities and even rock concerts, with interactive elements that shape the narrative and combat.
- Influential Choices: Your interactions with characters and the environment will have meaningful impacts on the game’s events and outcomes.
Coming Soon!
Cricket: Jae’s Really Peculiar Game will be coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Switch and PC on August 15th, 2024.
We will of course keep you updated with any further news, and will have a full review of Cricket: Jae’s Really Peculiar Game on Xbox with you around launch. Check out the character trailer for the game down below!
