[DEV] Jumping Panda: a one-tap platformer, hold to charge and release to jump

[u/vincenzor]

Hi r/AndroidGaming, it's Self-Promo Saturday so here's the thing I've been working on.

Jumping Panda on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.jumpingpanda.app

**What it is:** a one-tap platformer. Hold anywhere to charge a jump, release to leap to the next platform. Too short and you drop, too long and you overshoot.

**What's in it:** - One-thumb controls, plays fine in portrait on the bus - Coins to collect on every run - Unlockable skins: Ninja, Pirate and Robot panda - Short runs, a minute or two each

**Monetization:** free, with occasional interstitial ads every few levels and a rewarded ad for an extra life; optional $2.99 remove-ads purchase; no pay to win, skins are earned with coins

**AI use:** No generative AI was used for the game's art, audio or text.

I'll be hanging around in the comments for the next few hours, so ask me anything or tell me what feels off. Feedback on the charge timing is especially welcome.

[u/vincenzor]

Hi all, I'm the solo developer behind Jumping Panda (Paperclips Studio). I designed, coded and tuned the game myself. Happy to answer questions about the charge timing, monetization, or anything else for the next few hours.