April 26th-29th 2013 :: Theme: Minimalism
Ludum Dare 26 — April 26-29th, 2013
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This game was made for the Ludum Dare 26,
in 48 hours and completed on 28/04/2013.
So when I was thinking of what to do for the
Ludum Dare, I thought that I was going to
use Java. Then I got a little confused and
decided to use Gamemaker. I had never used
GM before so it was a risk. I spent about 6
hours learning my way around the program
and then on the second day I made this game.
It's pretty buggy but fun to make. I may
continue this project after LD26 but I ran out
of sprites so I need to buy the full version.
Enjoy!
Also, the menu buttons on the main menu don't
work because I ran out of sprites and couldn't
animate the rollover and pressed versions.
If you would like me to continue with the
game then email me jm77345@gmail.com
and I will take any criticism/thoughts.
Controls
W,A,S,D - Movement
Arrow Keys - Movement
ESC - End game
Thanks!
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Updated download links to Dropbox for ease of access
Enjoy!
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Downloads and Links
Ratings
 | Coolness | 61% |
| #803 | Theme | 3.29 |
| #889 | Audio | 2.11 |
| #973 | Graphics | 2.50 |
| #1054 | Fun | 2.40 |
| #1194 | Mood | 2.00 |
| #1209 | Overall | 2.43 |
| #1299 | Innovation | 1.83 |
Comments
Interesting concept. Could have used a timer or something to gauge how well one is doing.
Thanks for the idea. I'm going to revamp the game and continue development. I might add more levels/difficulties but thanks for the feedback
Interesting, I like the appearance of the blocks. I have two suggestions: First, some kind of total score or indication of how long you've survived. Second, make it possible to move diagonally. Hope to see you continue working on this!
Diagonal movement and and score counter would have really improved this, but not bad for a first try with the program. The collision sound is a bit annoying though.
BUG: I slipped through the wall boundary, and never got hit anymore.
Try the google drive links:
Windows: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-pUvrxtFr73VDZkOUtDYS1Ic00/edit?usp=sharing
Source: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B-pUvrxtFr73MjVaUkl3WDhsUkU/edit?usp=sharing
My file system is bugged so any files require special permissions. The drive ones I uploaded earlier should work. And yes I found that bug and will fix it in the new version after LD26
It's a cute little thing. I like the nippy feel of the character. The effect on the blocks, while cool, is really straining on the eyes.
good luck with your future GMing. It's pretty handy.
The link above gives me a 404. The Google Drive link downloads a .gmz-file, which I have no idea what to do with. :/
For some reason, I can't play this game. When I try to download it, your Dropbox gives me a 404 error. Did you move or delete the file from your Dropbox folder?
It says that the zipped folder is empty. If it helps, I'm on Windows 7.
Perfect example of sticking to the theme. Though I wouldn't say it's very innovative, it's still very fun!
Basically what everyone, else said, better movement, wall glitch, annoying sound and funky colors (that's not a bad thing).
Seems more like a "Learn-GameMaker"-Test, but hey, that's what LD is there for: to try out something new and motivate yourself.
I liked the speed increase, until it got crazy fast! Instead of just the speed increase, I was expecting the walls to close in. Like others have said, some kind of timer/counter to try to keep me playing to beat my best.
The main character was a tad small for an old-timer like myself. But overall I liked the simplicity.
.zip is broken, link in comments point to a .gmz (maybe need gamemaker to run that?)
Didn't voted.
Pretty good entry for a first run with game-maker, but like other have said, diagonal movement and a timer would have really improved it!
when i first start out, i have no idea who or what i am. where's the fun??
Very apt, given the theme. It's worth noting that you can move out of the level and simply never die. Still, quite a solid entry! :)
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If you want to download it and you don't know how to use drive, click File and then Download.