Games like There Lurks a Monster

In early 2018, I was looking for a way to finally create my first game. At a wedding somebody recommended using a game jam as the driving mechanic of such a project to me, and around the time of that month I discovered that I was capable of creating Chip's Challenge clones with my own skill and coding. I signed up for the 72 hour format of Ludum Dare shortly. It was a disaster, because for all the…

Step into the arcade-era thrill of Halloween 1985! When monsters steal Pumpkman’s pumpkins on Halloween night, it’s up to you to get them back! Dash through 5 vibrant, quirky levels, outsmarting classic foes like Dracula, The Mummy, and The Witch. Jump, dodge, and battle your way to their lairs, then take on the big boss in a final showdown! With 3 game modes, a retro chiptune soundtrack, and hi…

For the best experience, play the desktop version. WebGL can struggle to keep a steady framerate. Also, run the game fullscreen in the dark and with headphones for maximum immersion. If you're having trouble finding the objectives, click here to view a topdown map! About Into The Abyss is a 6DoF game where you investigate a sunken city and what lurks beneath it. Control your submarine, perform t…

Action RPG game where your allies are controlled with deep learning.This is an entry for the AI and Games Jam 2021 (Mouse control is quite interesting, so give it it a try ! :D) ''' Theme:AI: For the AI theme we used Reinforcement learning for the main characters. The enemies have different hardcoded AI, some will follow a given path, others have aggro values depending on the distance with a main …

2/10/2026: I built a NABU version, mostly because I had a lot of nervous energy to burn but also because whenever I don't make a game for this online-capable Canadian computer, I get requests. I mean, sure, why not. Beats hacking the games down to a nub to make them work on a CreatiVision.2/1/2026: Spectravision version added. I can't post the MSX version here yet, but I can post a version for the…

"BasketBelle" is a single-player Fantasy Platformer game that uses basketball as its core mechanic in unique ways throughout its 8 chapters. The game features a stunning story of a sister who must be saved, accompanied by masterful cardboard visuals and a dynamic soundtrack that is directly tied to the gameplay. With its wholesome story and innovative approach to the platformer genre, BasketBelle promises a memorable and enjoyable experience.

"Redshift Blueshift" is a fast-paced, local multiplayer paddle game set in space and time, where two pilots battle to keep the hyper-ball in play while avoiding obstacles and threats. Players can choose between Paddle Mode, focusing on dodging enemy fire, and Fighter Mode, where they can shoot at targets sharing their ship's color. The game features single-player and keyboard support, and has received recognition in several game showcases since its creation in 48 hours for Ludum Dare 30.

Ignis Universia: Eternal Sister Saga is a short but epic visual novel/JRPG made for Ludum Dare 45 by a small team in Tampere, Finland.

"GunSuit Guardians" is a single-player shooter game with impressive visuals and soundtrack. Defend Earth from an alien invasion in an action-packed roguelite experience, where you upgrade your aerial combat suit and wield enormous weapons to bring down bosses and harvest alien artifacts. Each run offers a fresh challenge with permanent bonuses and new GunSuits to unlock for future battles.

Feesh is a minimalist action game where you play as a microorganism resembling a fish, attempting to survive by eating smaller creatures and avoiding being eaten yourself. With local multi-player for up to 4 players, as well as single-player and "chillout" modes, players must learn the behaviors of different feesh and climb the food chain using controller or mouse controls. The game features Steam Leaderboards, sharks, and was originally created for the Ludum Dare 48 hour game jam.