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Interesting game! I included it in my Ludum Dare 34 compilation video series, if you’d like to check it out :) https://youtu.be/6QI1ZQ7v1fA
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Hestor and the Tree of Doors
A sidescroller puzzle platformer by Jared Saizdelamora
Create for Ludum Dare 34
please note: game is best experienced in the downloadable version in full screen
One day, Hestor the Robot awoke to find that a magical tree of doors had sprung up in his front yard. Follow our robotic protagonist as he explores the ever growing tree of doors to uncover it's mysteries.
I decided that with a dual theme, I wanted to utilize them both in different ways. Two button controls made sense in terms of mechanics, while I used growing as a more thematic element, with each world beaten growing the tree of doors and unlocking new areas.
Controls:
Move left and right with A and D. Press both to jump. You can perform a running jump by holding either A or D down, and quickly tapping the other key briefly.
Press floor buttons to move platforms or spawn minibots. Minibots are able to press buttons as well, and can be used as platforms in some situations.
Springboards allow you to jump much higher than normal. Running into a springpad gives greater height than jumping on one.
find this game on ludum darE @ : http://ludumdare.com/compo/ludum-dare-34/?action=preview&uid=44588
