VimJam: Collectables (8 Bits to Infinity)

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Submitted by SkyanSam (@SkyanSam)

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Results

Criteria	Rank	Score*	Raw Score
Music/Sound	#138	3.128	3.128
Technical Implementation	#187	2.897	2.897
Fun/Design	#209	3.000	3.000
Overall	#221	2.805	2.805
Theme/Limitation	#296	2.590	2.590
Graphics/Animation	#301	2.410	2.410

Ranked from 39 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.

How does your game utilize the limitation and theme?
You are not the player. You are the collectable. As you progress in the game you have to compete with other crewmates the player collects. For There and Back, the nurse (Mikan) in game stays with you for a bit to heal you, but then leaves to go **there** to heal other crewmates. She then comes **back** after a while to heal you again.

What was your team size?

3-4

You and 2-3 other jammers

Affirm you have followed ALL jam rules. (Select all below or your entry will be disqualified.)

We have credited all assets used in the game including our own name(s) or team name(s)

All original game code and original assets were made during the jam period

The game does not include NSFW or hateful content

The game works on the web or as a Windows 10 download

We have answered all submission questions honestly and completely

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ItsGeppySubmitted4 years ago

Very nice game! Everything was a tad bit too shiny in my opinion tho, but that's just a minor complaint. Got S at least in a couple levels :)) Overall a nice experience

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SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago

Yeah.. I need to pinpoint the right amount of bloom intensity. POG It excites me you got S in some levels. For most people the game was really difficult so thats a surprise XD. What do you think about the current difficulty curve? And I'm glad you got a nice experience from my game :)

ItsGeppySubmitted4 years ago(+1)

I think the difficulty curve was fine, but i've played games all my life so it could very well be a different story for other people.

Also forgot to mention, there are a few levels where the enemies start shooting as soon as you enter, not giving you much time to dodge

CursedSoldierSubmitted4 years ago

Sweet game, though challenging. I found that the concept was unique and the score system was very rewarding, plus the music fit very well with the fast paced environment! I did find holding down left mouse button to be a bit annoying to shoot as I usually tap and the shooting felt a bit slow but that may just be my preference. Also, personally, I would love to see some graphics though to get the feel of the environment and story a bit! Overall this is a great, challenging and rewarding experience! Great job!

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SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago

Ah.. Yeah I probably need to adjust the shooting cooldown as well as the speed of your bullets. I was even thinking of adding a metronome so you could shoot the bullets on rhythm but I didn't have time. If I really want to take this idea to the next level I will consider adding different graphics/colors depending on which planet you are on. (Since I was thinking each collectible has to be found in a specific planet) Glad you found the experience challenging and rewarding though! :)

CursedSoldierSubmitted4 years ago(+1)

That sounds like an awesome plan, the rhythm would make it so unique and the different planets would definitely fit with the vibe. Definitely take this to the next level, would love to see what you make!

lunidSubmitted4 years ago

I really like that you're "not" the player, but it would be better for me if the gameplay showed that idea more. ^^

Nice score effects at the end of the levels and music, I would of liked more graphics and keyboard controls, but overall nice concept!

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SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago

Yeah I'll communicate it more in gameplay. Hopefully I'll be able to add upgrades as well as improve the roster. Glad you liked the scoring system though. I'm thinking of adding animated backgrounds. And yeah instead of just mouse I'll add moving with WASD and shooting with arrow keys, a lot of others have commented on that. Regardless I'm glad you enjoyed the game

eDjectSubmitted4 years ago

Nice idea and a nice story behind it. It's a little difficult and if your work on graphics it is a really nice game. Good job.

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Break In! : A Salvation

SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago(+1)

I'm thinking about adding background animations to spice up the graphics as well as improving camera movement. Regardless, I'm glad you enjoyed the game and my idea :)

williamherringSubmitted4 years ago

This is a cool idea and a nice game. The only complaint I have is the intensity of the light was a little too much and hurt my eyes a little. I'd love if you could check out my game too!

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SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago

Yeah some liked the bloom intensity, some didn't. I'll have to pinpoint the right amount. Glad you found the game nice tho.

AwesomeRedflareSubmitted4 years ago

I really like the idea that I am not the player, and that I have to compete against other recruits to stay in the player's choice. I really wish the gameplay would have gone more in depth instead of a simple top down shooter. Also the graphics could probably be improved. Good Job! (Btw, nice Dani reference).

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The Hungry Birdies

SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago

Yeah.. I tried to make the gameplay go into depth more with Mikan but to others she didn't feel like she was going to other crewmates and coming back so I'll have to polish that. I'll also try and add a dungeon map and a better roster to make it feel like you really are competing. I may consider improving the graphics by adding animated backgrounds or something. Glad you enjoyed the game tho! And yes.. I had to put the Dani reference (makes a joke of it in his devlog)

TheoTheTorchSubmitted4 years ago

Great contols! Love the dash so much. But is it just me, or is this looking kinda like dani's game? Rectangles, triangles and circles... You look sus dude xD.

Could you check my game also? I'd appreciate it.

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SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago(+1)

Maybe I am sus.. https://ibb.co/7tfVjQD

Jokes aside I'm glad you enjoyed the game!

TheoTheTorchSubmitted4 years ago(+1)

Yeah, I DID enjoy your game. Just makeing double sure that this is clear. :)

GmGuruSubmitted4 years ago

Great game really enjoyed it! I loved the style of rating that you get after completing a level! Definitely a good direction :D Keep it up.

Would be great if you could check my game also :)

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SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago

Glad you enjoyed the game and the scoring screen. And I saw your game on Joshua's stream. I might play it :)

Let's Talk Game DesignSubmitted4 years ago

That player really needs to spend more gems and pull some 5* versions of me so I can get upgraded, the cheap sod. Bullets move a bit too slow for my tastes but the game is clear and easy to understand, which is great. Fun times.

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SkyanSamDeveloper4 years ago

Yeah I might add a mechanic where if you perform well you'll get upgrades.. And yeah I do need to polish player movement / attacks. Glad you enjoyed the game though! :)

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