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Jetpack Joyride

Jetpack Joyride

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Jetpack Joyride

Jetpack Joyride

Halfbrick Studios

iOS; Android; Windows; PlayStation (PS3/PS4/PSP/PS Vita); tvOS; BlackBerryFree-to-play (ads) with optional in-app purchases
Health Score
29
RISKY
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About This Game

Jetpack Joyride is a one-touch endless-runner where the player controls Barry Steakfries as he steals experimental jetpacks and flies through a lab avoiding hazards, collecting coins, completing short missions and unlocking cosmetic items. Runs are short and repeatable, with simple tap-to-fly controls and a store for costumes, jetpacks and temporary boosts. The game is designed for quick sessions but includes ads and optional purchases.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value
0/5
Creativity
2/5
Pro-Social
1/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization
4/5
Time Pressure / FOMO
3/5
Social Risk
1/5
Content Intensity
2/5

Negatives

  • •Contains frequent ads and optional in‑game purchases
  • •simulated gambling-like reward mechanics and mild cartoon violence (machine-gun jetpack, zappers)
  • •can be addictive without purchase controls.

Positives

  • •Very simple, pick-up-and-play one-button controls
  • •short runs that suit younger attention spans
  • •whimsical art and costume/customization options motivate continued play.

Gameplay Videos

Jetpack Joyride - Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 - Tutorial (iOS, Android)

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Official Ratings

E10+
ESRB
Fantasy ViolenceSimulated Gambling

In-Game Purchases; Ads; Leaderboards

PEGI 3 (mobile); PEGI 12 on some console/Windows releases (platform-dependent)
PEGI
Mild violenceIn-app purchases (platform-dependent)

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5
Not recommended unsupervised — visuals are kid-friendly but the game includes simulated gambling elements, ads and in-app purchases that require parental control.
ℹ️Ages 6-8
Playable with supervision — children can enjoy the simple controls, but parents should disable purchases/ads or manage spending and screen time.
ℹ️Ages 9-12
Generally appropriate — monitor and restrict in-app purchases and consider turning off personalized ads; good for short play sessions.
ℹ️Ages 13-15
Appropriate with basic guidance about microtransactions and time limits; content is mild and non-graphic.
ℹ️Ages 16-18
Appropriate — teens can play freely but should be mindful of spending on in-app purchases and ad-driven engagement.

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