Games like Flatland

"Retro Machina" is a game set in a post-apocalyptic world where the city of Endeavor is the last refuge, encased in a glass dome and untouched by destruction. Players control a small robot, exploring this retro-futuristic city, solving puzzles, and uncovering the truth about the city's past and the fate of its human inhabitants. Through exploration and combat, the game offers a unique blend of adventure, action, and nostalgia-inducing visuals.

Created for GMTK Jam 2024. The idea was to make an Metroidvania. Sadly, as is usually the case with overscoping, most of the content that makes the game a game couldn't get in. A good chunk of the development time actually went into making the basic mechanics and the level editor, so I made sure to include them in the web version as well (even if without the ability to save your creation). Usage …

The Siege and the Sandfox is a 2D stealth Metroidvania set in a desert city under siege, where you master parkour and cunning to explore palace and caverns. Evade guards, defeat enemies, and befriend allies while uncovering a hidden threat through fluid controls and dynamic pixel art. Stealth, exploration, and skill upgrades are key to foiling an evil plot.

In "Avenger Bird," your mission is to rescue kidnapped birds across four diverse worlds, each with 32 unique levels and hidden treasures. Using your bird's flight and glide abilities, overcome challenges in this retro-inspired platformer featuring pixel-art graphics and a chiptune soundtrack, all reminiscent of 90's PC DOS and Amiga shareware games. Look out for Easter eggs and an epic boss fight.

In "Omega Strike," players lead a squad of soldiers to defeat an evil scientist in a metroidvania-style game. Explore a large interconnected world, discover power-ups to improve abilities, and battle against bosses in this retro-inspired action-packed adventure. Save hostages and gather allies to join your team, creating a variety of tactical options for combat and exploration.

"Timespinner is a fantasy platformer game with time-control mechanics, offering both single-player and local 2-player co-op. Traverse through the detailed pixel art environments, battle intense bosses, and befriend creatures to aid you in your quest for revenge against the Lachiem Empire. With stunning gameplay, gorgeous graphics, and phenomenal replayability, Timespinner delivers a unique and emotional atmosphere."

Dandara: Trials of Fear Edition is a 2D metroidvania platformer where you play as Dandara, a heroine fighting against oppression in the world of Salt. This edition includes new areas, bosses, powers, and mechanics, as well as expanded story and lore, allowing for more boundless exploration and combat. Defy gravity and uncover the secrets of this directionless world.

In Sally's Law, a serene platformer with puzzle elements, players experience the journey of Sally, a young woman defying odds to reach her ill father, encountering good fortune at every turn. Narrative flashbacks reveal Father's story as players replay levels as Sally's Father's guiding spirit. Through seamless roll-based controls, players uncover the heartwarming bond between father and daughter while solving physics-based puzzles.

In "Red Mist," a card game with roguelike and deckbuilder elements, your health is tied to the number of cards in your deck. Enemies appear in waves, and strategic planning is required to line up and defeat them. Three types of cards - attacks, skills, and curses - are at your disposal, with a focus on quick and desperate attacks to survive. Level up to add new cards and strengthen your deck against the evils of the mist.

"Braid is a single-player fantasy puzzle-platformer game with beautiful graphics, stunning music, and forgiving yet challenging gameplay. Manipulate time in unique ways to rescue an abducted princess across a series of worlds. Every puzzle reveals something new in this filler-free game, now with Steam Cloud support."