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Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass

Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass

|Role-playing (RPG), Indie

9.1 /10

Aww Amazing!

Niche

592 ratings
Time to beat
Main + extras
61.1h
Rating sources
Steam · Player score9.4/10587 ratingsIGDB · Critic score9.0/101 ratingsIGDB · Player score7.0/104 ratings
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Why play it

Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass is an RPG about family, childhood, escapism, and video games.

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Rating momentum

Aww Amazing!: 9.1/10 across 592 ratings. This score says: bump it to the top of your backlog.

Play style

Leans into Role-playing (RPG), Indie, with a main story around 61.1h. Check if that style and time commitment fit you.

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Nintendo LifeAlana Hagues · 5 Feb, 2026
9/10

Made for RPG lovers by an RPG lover, Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass uses every tool in the RPG Maker toolbox to put together a purposeful, devastating, and beautiful game that never puts the kid gloves on.Yes, it's a little simple-looking, and the difficulty can be a little frustrating early on, but this is just the surface of a rich adventure with tons of secrets and challenges to uncover. The reward may be tears, it may be laughter, or it may be a new weapon, but it's always worth it.

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RPG FanZach Wilkerson · 11 Dec, 2018
9.3/10

One of the most charming and heartbreaking games I've played.

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Nindie SpotlightJustin Nation · 11 Mar, 2026
7.9/10

Undeniably distinctive in its look, approach, and features, this creative RPG can be a grind at times, but still entertains

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PS3Blog.netCeidz · 25 Feb, 2026
8/10

A creative, heartfelt RPG built around a great transformation system

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The Switch EffectRichard Heaton · 23 Feb, 2026
8/10

It’s a sweet and charming game that’s surprisingly dark with an amazing combat system.

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Nintendo BlastFábio Castanho Emídio · 22 Feb, 2026
8/10

Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass is an excellent game that draws inspiration from the Mother-like subgenre and manages to forge its own identity. As a fan of the genre, I'm satisfied. The lack of major additions, the absence of a Brazilian Portuguese translation, and its frustrating fighting system might be bothersome at first, but they compensate with a powerful narrative, genuine immersion, and considerable gameplay creativity.

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Niche GamerFingal Belmont · 17 Feb, 2026
8/10

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PS4Blog.netEdEN · 5 Feb, 2026
9/10

Charming JRPG inspired by the classics of the genre

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Pixel ByteLuis Avilés · 5 Feb, 2026
8/10

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, as we know, but thankfully Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass go the mile to not simply be a carbon copy of its predecessors. Its catchy music, sarcastic remarks, and overall shocking story that keeps you on edge throughout make for a solid JRPG.

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RPGamerSam Wachter · 5 Feb, 2026
7/10

Kasey Ozymy has crafted such an intriguing, yet sinister world that makes you want to follow the game’s mysteries to the very end. While the combat is serviceable and the puzzles are passable, these are not the elements that will attract players to pick up the game; rather, it is the absurdity, humour, and sharp writing that will keep them exploring.

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