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| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Fun/Engagement | #6 | 3.806 | 3.806 |
| Theme | #7 | 4.129 | 4.129 |
| Overall | #7 | 3.637 | 3.637 |
| Art/Graphics | #24 | 3.581 | 3.581 |
| Audio/Music | #33 | 3.032 | 3.032 |
Ranked from 31 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
Judge feedback
Judge feedback is anonymous and shown in a random order.
- This is a decently fun game with cute art. The strategy of having to balance guiding the octopus and slowing down ships with the light was actually really fun and engaging. Aside from adding more variety in things like enemies, as well as making upgrades feel more impactful, I think another thing that could be changed is the random upgrades. I did find myself getting a little frustrated when multiple times one of my upgrade options was repair village when all my villages were fine. Other than that, great game, if a little simple. I think this has the potential to be expanded into a really cool more full game.
- Cool game ! Getting those ship destroyed by the octopus was very satisfying ! Very good audio in general and cool water effect. My only nitpicking would be that it was frustrating to have your lightbeam reseted far in the bottom right when buying an upgrade.
Did you work alone, or as part of a group? (If in a group, list their names)
Myself
Disclose if you used any public domain assets or not.
Yes, sound effects.
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Comments
The octopus is cute, and the game loop works well. I wasn't sure what purpose upgrading the light had except for making it so you couldn't upgrade the speed of the octopus some levels. Otherwise good game.
Yea, I need to work on the randomness of the upgrades and balancing the game. Thanks for your feedback.
Great Game, it uses the theme in an interesting way, and keeps players hooked, this has the potential to be a full project, keep up the good work!
Wow, this is an incredible game. I would love to see a full game of this!
I think your visual style is really captivating, it totally caught my eye and made me play your game. Great job!!
Pleasant graphics, a great concept, juicy sound design, and It was very satisfying to destroy pirates. I would've liked more enemy types and abilities, but with the time you had you made something very good.
Wow, this is one of my favorites so far! I love the idea of guiding a mighty kraken to sink pirate ships, it amuses me to no end! The upgrades system is a great addition, too. I agree with the "more enemy types" comments, it would make the game even better 😁
Nice, simple game with a nice use of the theme. I like the art and sound effects - my only gripe is that I wish there were more to the game, like other movement mechanics or types of enemies. The difficulty ramp is a little severe otherwise!
This is a fantastic fun “guiding” game! Nice and simple and it steadily ramps up in difficulty! Well done!
very good concept! I think it would benefit from different enemy types so there's more strategy to which ship you go to first, other than just who's closest
Pretty fun and simple. It also follows the theme in a very interesting way. And most importantly, it is very balanced. Now I only have to challenge you to see if you are able to "complete" my game :P
Defense games like these are addicting for smooth brains like me. Good use of guide theme.
Very cute and simple
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the game is very difficult and fun!
I like the idea of the octopus
Thanks, I do need to work on the game balance!.
I invite you to try our game, I would like to know your opinion too, thanks!
Great pixel art!
I really like this pixel art and how the game fits the jam theme