Carlos Matallín

Jack keane: Al rescate del Imperio Británico

I know that I’ve been kind of missing for some time but I have had some issues that kept me away from the computer. Don’t worry, you will be informed soon.

One of the pending tasks I had remaining was the review of Jack keane: Al rescate del Imperio Británico, a video game that Bloguzz (I’ve already told you that I love these people?) had kindly handed over me. This video game has been developed by Deck13 and 10tacle Studios and distributed by FX Interactive.

I really enjoyed playing this video game (as the staunch fan of graphic adventures that I am); it reminds me the time I used to play Day of the tentacle or Monkey Island. In fact, I think I won’t be wrong if I claim that it was deeply inspired in this LucasArts saga.

So, let’s get it on. The pack comes with the installation/play CD and a very useful handbook that may help you to solve any problem you may encounter during the initial contact. The first thing in order to play is install the game, which was rather slow. However a new system called WannaPlay let me watch some explanatory videos during the installation. Anyway it’s possible to skip them and turn to the handbook in any case if needed. Once it is installed and the game settings (screen resolution, effects, music and such…) are configured we are ready to have a great time.

Something I specially liked was the fact that the game started with a quite short and easy first level where you can get used to the controls, actions and response of the character. After this we’ll have hours of entertainment ahead.

The plot deals with Jack Keane, an intrepid (and a bit unlucky) captain. He is in a secret mission under the orders of the Queen of England who lead his ship to a very mysterious island. Although at first it may seem quite simple and linear, then the plot thickens in a sudden turn of fate, unveiling a very interesting story full of intrigue. Furthermore the witty dialogues, and the numerous references (like the famous “Por qué no te callas” or the Indiana Jones quote “I don’t like snakes“) make it very entertaining and funny.

Regarding the graphics it should be noted that a very good work has been done by the developers of the game. A great use of colors, shapes, textures and 3D modeling in general contributes to a pleasant gaming experience, with beautiful landscapes and vivid characters.

Besides all this, another thing that I also find it interesting are the resources that we can find in the FX Interactive website. There we can take a look at the guide, which only has some available episodes right now or view the promotional trailer, that I reproduce here.

Summing up; take Indiana Jones, Guybrush Treepwond (from Monkey Island) and a 3D videogame, mix it up and you will get Jack keane: Al rescate del Imperio Británico.

In my opinion a very good game which deserves 4 stars out of 5.