Grumpy Jack

Name: Grumpy Jack
Rating: 7 (22 reviews)

Developer / Publisher: VP Games

May 26, 2026

Visual

hand drawn
top down

Structure

ability gated
interconnected map
non linear

Combat

two stick

Features

difficulty options

Themes

fantasy

Sub-Genre

bullet hell

Summary

A bullethell adventure awaits! Join Jack, a reluctant hero, as he battles bizarre enemies, uncovers secrets, meets quirky characters—and hunts down Death’s missing coffee mug.

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam

Resources

Links

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- interconnected map
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- two stick
- difficulty options
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- action
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Grumpy Jack

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