Español (próximamente) - volver al inicio
JellyCar Worlds
Game review by Marc Saltzman, Common Sense Media
Common Sense says
Fun, challenging puzzle platformer tests player's skills.
Nintendo Switch, Apple Arcade, Windows 2023
Rate game
Parents say
Kids say
Play or buy
Common Sense is a nonprofit organization. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free.
Did we miss something on diversity?
Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. You can help us help kids by suggesting a diversity update.
Your privacy is important to us. We won't share this comment without your permission. If you chose to provide an email address, it will only be used to contact you about your comment. See our privacy policy.
A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this game.
Positive Messages Not present
Positive Role Models Not present
Diverse Representations Not present
Ease of Play
Violence & Scariness Not present
Sex, Romance & Nudity Not present
Language Not present
Products & Purchases Not present
Drinking, Drugs & Smoking Not present
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know JellyCar Worlds is a downloadable physics-based platforming game for Apple Arcade playable on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac. The game challenges players to drive a car through treacherous environments. There isn't any inappropriate content. But parents should know this game is quite tough, especially for younger or novice gamers, despite the cartoony graphics and whimsical gameplay.
There aren't any reviews yet. Be the first to review this title.
JELLYCAR WORLDS is a driving and platforming hybrid that offers physics-based gameplay. You're challenged to drive a "soft body" car -- presumably filled with jelly -- and safely make it to the end of the levels. You'll navigate the moving environment, avoiding obstacles and deadly chasms, and use the vehicle's various power-ups (abilities), such as grow, sticky tires, rocket, and more. On the iPhone and iPad versions, you'll drive in a given direction and turn the device around to center your gravity. The game's divided into multiple worlds, each with a different theme. You can unlock new content, design your own car if you like (and earn new brushes and stencils), and even record your own sound effects to replace the existing silly ones. Visually, the game looks like a "flip book," plus you can unlock new flip book animated videos to watch after completing levels.
This platformer is fun and silly, and has a retro look that should appeal to many -- but it's also quite challenging. Don't be fooled by JellyCar Worlds' "flip book" animation and zany spoken sound effects (yes, all verbally delivered, like someone saying "boing!" or "whooosh"!), because this sequel can be tough to beat. The charm of the game is your malleable car that squishes between gears, bounces off girders, and dives down contraptions. The power-ups are fun to use, too, such as a helium balloon that drifts you upwards to reach another part of the level. There are six main levels, plus two bonus ones (seven and eight), a time trial mode, and mini-games, too (like "long jump"). You'll also want to go back and complete the same worlds again with your newly found power-ups to see if you can complete the world in a different way and beat your best time. There are also secret exits and collectibles per level. Being able to design your car and create new sound effects using your voice is a great addition.
While there's no inappropriate content, younger players may have a problem trying to control this game and succeed in finishing the levels because of the loose, bouncy "jelly" physics. Your car will flip around in circles as you try to steady the world (by rotating the iPhone or iPad), and gain enough speed to soar over a small canyon. But you'll likely need to study the level to find the simplest solution to complete the puzzle. The Apple TV and Mac version relies solely on wireless controller buttons to drive your jelly car. Just pack some patience. There will be lots of trial and error, in other words, but that's not necessarily a bad thing for gamers who enjoy a tougher platformer. Whether you've played previous JellyCar games or are new to the franchise, JellyCar Worlds is a cute but sometimes difficult game to test drive.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what makes this 10-year-old franchise fun. Is it the puzzle mechanics, platforming elements, or driving a car? All of the above? Have the developers done enough to evolve the gameplay?
What do you like when you're playing games? Is it challenging play, lots of features, involved storylines, or multiplayer fun?
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Apple Arcade, Windows
Pricing structure: Paid (Part of Apple Arcade's $4.99/month subscription service.)
Available online?: Available online
Publisher: Walaber Entertainment
Genre: Action/Adventure
Topics: Cars and Trucks, STEM, Magic and Fantasy
ESRB rating: NR for No Descriptions
Our Editors Recommend
Oddmar+
Highly entertaining platformer gets Apple Arcade treatment.
Charming primate adventure includes powerful messages.
Ambitious adventure title lets you create, share games.
For kids who love action
Best Apple Arcade Games
Apple Arcade Games for Family Fun
See all recommended game lists
Browse titles with similar subject matter.
Magic and Fantasy
Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners.
See how we rate