Item: Jumbo Airport Story
Rating: 85
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

85/100

Kairosoft has done it again with Jumbo Airport Story. They have a magical formula for making complex management systems feel cozy and approachable, and the airport setting is a perfect fit. Seeing your tiny pixel passengers navigate through check-in, browse your duty-free shops, and board massive planes is immensely satisfying. The level of customization is peak Kairosoft, allowing you to design the interior layout of your terminal to maximize efficiency and profit.

As you progress from a small local airstrip to a global hub, the complexity ramps up perfectly. You’ll manage flight schedules, attract international airlines, and even influence the local town's popularity to bring in more tourists. It’s a loop that is famously hard to put down. While the graphics follow the classic pixel-art style Kairosoft is known for, the depth of the simulation ensures that it never feels dated. It's a must-buy for management sim fans.

Dinsun reviewed on: Mon Mar 11 2024

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1631867592

$5.99 4+★4.8 674 reviews

Author : Kairosoft Co.,Ltd

Pubish Date : Wed Jun 29 2022

Last Update Date : Thu Jan 23 2025

Support Languages : English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Thai, Traditional Chinese

Genres :

Version 1.49Thu Jan 23 2025

Fixed minor issues.
Make your fledgling airport into a world-famous international landmark jam-packed with entertainment!
First build facilities such as Bistros and Bookstores to make visitors comfortable.
Satisfied customers make your airport more popular, and will attract even more visitors!
But the bigger your airport gets, the more tired visitors will be from walking around...
Still, never fear! Simply place seating like Benches and Sofas near facilities, and visitors will be able to rest up.
Oh, and don't forget Plants to soothe sore eyes!
Seeing nature is especially important in places like airports, don't you think?
So add some greenery to your airport scenery!
Keep on truckin' until you can hold fairs and make your airport even livelier!
You may even get some new visitors?!
Make enough money to buy your own airliners and devise flight plans.
Before long you'll be setting up regular flights!
Sign contracts with foreign airline companies and make your airport a global player!
Build up friendships with foreign cities and attract people from all over the world!
So what are you waiting for? Help passengers travel the world and live out their dreams today!
Supports drag to scroll and pinch to zoom.
Search for "Kairosoft" to see all of our games, or visit us at https://kairopark.jp
Be sure to check out both our free-to-play and our paid games!
Kairosoft's pixel art game series continues!
Follow us on Twitter for the latest Kairosoft news and information.
https://twitter.com/kairokun2010
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Make your fledgling airport into a world-famous international landmark jam-packed with entertainment!
First build facilities such as Bistros and Bookstores to make visitors comfortable.
Satisfied customers make your airport more popular, and will attract even more visitors!
But the bigger your airport gets, the more tired visitors will be from walking around...
Still, never fear! Simply place seating like Benches and Sofas near facilities, and visitors will be able to rest up.
Oh, and don't forget Plants to soothe sore eyes!
Seeing nature is especially important in places like airports, don't you think?
So add some greenery to your airport scenery!
Keep on truckin' until you can hold fairs and make your airport even livelier!
You may even get some new visitors?!
Make enough money to buy your own airliners and devise flight plans.
Before long you'll be setting up regular flights!
Sign contracts with foreign airline companies and make your airport a global player!
Build up friendships with foreign cities and attract people from all over the world!
So what are you waiting for? Help passengers travel the world and live out their dreams today!
Supports drag to scroll and pinch to zoom.
Search for "Kairosoft" to see all of our games, or visit us at https://kairopark.jp
Be sure to check out both our free-to-play and our paid games!
Kairosoft's pixel art game series continues!
Follow us on Twitter for the latest Kairosoft news and information.
https://twitter.com/kairokun2010

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 674 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

In Jumbo Airport Story, you take the helm of a budding airport. Build facilities like cafes and bookstores to keep passengers happy, and research new planes to fly to distant lands. As your airport grows, you'll manage everything from the layout of the runways to the quality of the in-flight meals. Collaborate with local businesses to attract more visitors and transform your airport into a bustling international landmark in this charming pixel-art management game.

Features

Classic Kairosoft pixel art

In-depth facility management

Runway and flight path planning

Town-airport synergy mechanics

Tips

Optimizing Passenger Flow

Place your shops and cafes directly on the path to the gates. Passengers are much more likely to spend money if they walk past a bookstore while waiting for their flight to board.

Promotion Videos

Jumbo Airport Story (by Kairosoft Co.,Ltd) IOS Gameplay Video (HD) - YouTube

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Gameplays

International Fair

Participate in fairs to attract foreign airlines. Successfully hosting these events increases your airport's 'Global Rank,' unlocking bigger planes and more lucrative flight routes.