How does your game fit the theme?
For GMTK Game Jam 2024, the theme "Built to Scale" inspired me to create "Coin Rush: Head On!" where the concept of scaling is at the very core of the gameplay. In this game, your robot's head keeps growing larger over time, which puts you under constant pressure. The only way to keep it from exploding is by collecting coins scattered throughout a maze. Each coin you grab resets the head's scale, giving you a brief moment to breathe before the growth starts again. I wanted to play with the idea of managing this ever-growing scale, making it both a challenge and a tool. You’re not just fighting against the clock; you're also fighting against the physical space as your robot’s head keeps expanding. The theme is woven into every moment of gameplay as you strategically collect coins to manage the scaling and survive longer. It's all about balancing that growth—do you rush for the next coin or take a calculated risk to reach a more challenging one? In "Coin Rush: Head On!" scaling isn't just a visual effect; it's the ticking time bomb you need to outsmart. The theme of "Built to Scale" isn’t just a backdrop—it’s the driving force behind the entire experience, challenging your reflexes and strategic thinking at every turn.

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