I haven't described any game during this jam that could be described as 'beautiful,' but your game fits the bill. It's a knockout. I could look at it all day -- directly or indirectly, that is, while actively playing or simply having it as a background while I do other stuff. Amazing stuff.
About the music -- I wish something was driving musically herein, but I also appreciate what's here. It's atmospheric enough and compliments the game's beauty.
The gameplay and mechanics are fascinating -- I think they stand out because of how smooth movement is and how they align with the aforementioned attributes of the game. A suggestion: perhaps a quick on-screen tutorial would help accommodate new players.
Also, I'm not a stickler for theme tie-ins -- it shouldn't matter if the game is something wonderfully abstract as yours and might not have the direct, obvious tie to "You're Not Alone."
This game can be improved upon for sure, but it's also great as-is. Great job!
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| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Graphics | #100 | 3.948 | 3.948 |
| Innovation | #129 | 3.494 | 3.494 |
| Audio | #130 | 3.494 | 3.494 |
| Overall | #157 | 3.491 | 3.491 |
| Game Design | #159 | 3.519 | 3.519 |
| Fun | #177 | 3.416 | 3.416 |
| Theme | #422 | 3.078 | 3.078 |
Ranked from 77 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
How does you game fit the theme?
A red creature follows you every step you make and an orange pole tries to grab you while you are running. Run to the top of buildings far away to get a speed boost ;)
Did you write all the code and made all the assets from scratch?
I made all the game from scratch except the sky texture and the social media icons. The sounds are also from free to use websites.
Comments
I think the goal of the game wasn't very clear. I didn't know if I had to go somewhere or just to run away from the creature. Still it was a surprising experience and the camera and wave effects on the floor are very cool !
Made it pretty far once I got the idea. It’s definitely very abstract, but that’s part of the attraction. I feel like I’m being chased by some kind of inter-dimensional being. I found most of the shelters, The one in scaffolding doesn’t look familiar, I must have missed that one. Really unique game with a beautiful look to it, thanks for sharing. You can check out my game in the link below if you want.
i love the simplistic visuals and the graphics are great! Although, its a bit unclear on what you have to do. But the movement is really good!
I did not understand the game...liked the visual experience and felt like someone was chasing me...
Didn't know what the Yellow Boxes were doing.
Sound is great, graphics are great... the scenario is well made also the camera controller felt like i was an alien creepy creature moving at high speeds...
I think you can do great things with that controller and that setup...
sad that didnt find the game on this one.
I had no idea what was happening all I know is the game kept telling me to change direction, but it was fun!
Love the smooth visuals, the way the cubes move out the way is really satisfying, great work!
I thought i have to find something and i found a cube that gave me speed;) That was a great game and my high score is 76sec 😎
Very nice movement feel. Climbing felt a bit difficult but just running through the weird blocky fields felt great. I would have loved more of a clear goal to reach for. Running and surviving was fun for a bit but pretty quick I wanted to complete something.
Fun experience and game worth being at least top 50 for me good job!
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