# The Journey Down: Chapter One

> Classic adventure game!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id580486267](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id580486267)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id580486267`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SkyGoblin AB
- **Category:** Adventure
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (144 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.0
- **Last updated:** 2024-02-06
- **First published:** 2012-12-19
- **Size:** 470 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-journey-down-chapter-one/id580486267)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://skygoblin.com/privacy/tjd1.html](https://skygoblin.com/privacy/tjd1.html)

## Description

PocketGamer GOLD award

In a shady corner of Kingsport Bay, at the outskirts of St Armando, Bwana and his trusted sidekick Kito struggle to make ends meet at their run-down gas station. Little do they know that they are about to be thrown into a spine-tingling adventure that will take them far from home and right into a twisting plot of corruption and danger.

In the first chapter of The Journey Down, the search for a lost journal leads to forgotten secrets of the mysterious Underland. Follow Bwana and Kito as they puzzle their way forward and begin to uncover the true fate of their long lost father, Captain Kaonandodo.

The Journey Down is a classic point-and-click saga with an Afro-Caribbean vibe. Get ready to embark on an epic journey of brain-teasing adventure! 
Also available for PC, Mac and Linux on Steam.

Features: 
* A twisting tale of intriguing adventure 
* Tons of handpainted environments 
* An all original jazzy reggae soundtrack 
* A fully voiced cast 
* HD art and animations 

THE JOURNEY DOWN: CHAPTER TWO is available here:
https://itunes.apple.com/app/the-journey-down-chapter-two/id906398185

## Rankings

- #115,807 — Overall

## Review summary

The Journey Down: Chapter One is widely praised for its visuals, music, story, and satisfying puzzles, plus the bundled three-chapter offering. Repeated downsides include the very short length, dialogue-heavy dialogue, uneven voice acting, and questions about value for money given the length.

### Pros

- Stunning graphics and art style that blends hand-drawn visuals with modern polish.
- Excellent musical score that enhances atmosphere.
- Engaging story with likable characters and good humor.
- Puzzles are challenging yet solvable and feel rewarding.
- All three chapters are available in one bundle, providing solid value.

### Cons

- Chapter 1 is notably short, making the overall game feel underpriced for the length.
- Dialogue-heavy gameplay with long conversations that can’t be turned off.
- Voice acting quality is inconsistent, with some performances sounding amateurish.
- Some puzzles feel illogical or overly obtuse for certain players.

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