Jackroid (AppID: 3622420)

Type: game Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie, Free To Play Developer: Starving Lama Games Publisher: Starving Lama Games Release Date: Apr 2025
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Jackroid - Steam Analytics & Details

Originally developed as a birthday gift for my nephew, Jackroid is a heartfelt indie game that blends classic action-platforming with Metroid-style exploration. Explore pricing history and player statistics for Jackroid.

Total Players
0
Genre
Action
Developer
Starving Lama Games

Media Gallery

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Screenshots

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Videos

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Rocket Upgrade!
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Original Trailer

System Requirements

Platform Support
Windows
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows® 10 or Newer
  • Processor: 1.8 dual core
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Integrated Graphics
  • Storage: 200 MB available space
Recommended:
Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Pricing
Free to Play

Additional Information

Categories
Single-player
Supported Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support

Additional Information

🇧🇷 DEJUS Rating
l
Brazilian rating
🇩🇪 Steam Germany
6
German classification
🆘 Support

Developer Analytics

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About This Game

Originally developed as a birthday gift for my nephew, Jackroid is a heartfelt indie game that blends classic action-platforming with Metroid-style exploration. After several requests and growing interest, I’ve decided to bring Jackroid to Steam. Free—as a thank you to everyone who’s supported me.

Detailed Description

Jackroid

A Retro-Inspired Sci-Fi Platformer Adventure — Now Free on Steam

Originally developed as a birthday gift for my nephew, Jackroid is a heartfelt indie game that blends classic action-platforming with Metroid-style exploration. After several requests and growing interest, I’ve decided to bring Jackroid to Steam—for free—as a thank you to everyone who’s supported my game dev journey. This is the first game that I built after quitting PCL work (aka automation) seven years ago. 

About the Game

Play as Jackroid—the first machine-human hybrid built for deep space exploration. Journey across mysterious galaxies and uncharted planets in search of your identity and purpose. Along the way, uncover hidden upgrades, solve environmental puzzles, and fight to protect the future of the human race.

  • 🪐 Open Map Exploration
    Inspired by the classics—discover secret areas and unlock powerful abilities as you traverse hand-crafted alien worlds.

  • 🤖 Action-Platforming Combat
    Fast-paced gameplay and satisfying controls designed to challenge and reward.

  • 🧠 Puzzles & Upgrades
    Use your wits and tools to access new paths and evolve your abilities.

  • 🎭 Story, Characters & Cutscenes
    Dive into a narrative about identity, humanity, and courage in the face of isolation.

  • 🎮 Built With Love
    Originally made for my nephew's 11th birthday—this is more than just a game, it’s a memory brought to life.

  • Part of the Goliath Corp franchise with upcoming games "Jaws of Hell" and "The Hive Pandemic"

  • Controls:

    Arrow keys,

    Z - Jump/Select,

    X - Shoot

    C - Rocket (You must first get the rocket upgrade, see the tailer)

    V - Shrink

    Enter - Map

Why Free?

Jackroid was developed 6 years ago, and while I’ve lost the most recent development build to a house fire, I want to keep the game alive and share it with more people. Until I rebuild it or release Jackroid 2, this game will remain free on Steam. Thanks for being part of this creative journey.

If you want to support me please check out my games on Steam! Like "Path of the Ory," and "Maid of Venia." 

"The Hive Pandemic" will be coming out late this year or early next and is set in the same universe as Jackroid.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many players are currently playing Jackroid?
0 players are currently in-game on Steam.
Is Jackroid free to play?
Yes, Jackroid is free to play on Steam.
What genre is Jackroid?
Jackroid is a Action, Adventure, Indie, Free To Play game.
Who developed Jackroid?
Jackroid was developed by Starving Lama Games and published by Starving Lama Games.
What platforms does Jackroid support?
Available on Steam for Windows.