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CipherFalls @QuacktainDuck

very noice

Run. Hide. Slide in this un-nerf edition of the game exclusive to Game Jolt.

After lots of player feedback, the Steam and Itchio versions of the game was rebalanced to be easier then originally designed. This version, however, retains the high difficulty. Beware, this edition of the game is unforgiving and mistakes are costly.

You’re going to need to play smart and tread lightly if you plan on making it to the top of this mountain. An untold horror haunts these lonely trails, stalking your every move. Each ascending step brings you closer to your goal and even closer to death. And die you shall, more than once, in your quest to explore further, hide more effectively and slide to safety only when necessary.

ALPEN GHOUL is an exploration/stealth game. Your goal is to reach the summit alive, but you are not alone. You are being hunted by a creature freely roaming the map using non-linear paths. Moving too quickly and making too much noise assures a quick and brutal end to your journey at the hands of your pursuer, so play smart and move with purpose. A flashlight will help light your way, but will also light the way to you, so use it with caution.

When the creature finds you, and it will find you, escape may still be possible by way of sliding down the treacherous mountainside: the only way to move faster than the creature in the game. The price of a speedy descent is high, however, since you won’t just leave behind the creature… but some of your progress as well. Choose wisely.

Multiple routes through varying terrain present different difficulty levels, with trees serving as a general guide toward a less dangerous path. An appetite for danger does come with rewards though, as more difficult areas may hide Secret Tapes that can be played in Safe Rooms scattered throughout the map.

The creature is fast, intelligent and grows evermore agitated by your continued survival. It’s up to you to learn from your mistakes and reach the summit in one piece.

Do you have what it takes to reach the top?

If you enjoyed the game, or want to see a full release, Donate to help support future development on ALPEN GHOUL. Every little bit helps. This is our first game so feedback is welcomed and will help shape the final product.

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-- TIPS FROM THE DEV --

The best way to play ALPEN GHOUL is get dropped in with no knowledge and try to figure out the monster on your own, but the game can be really mean so if you are struggling, this next section will give you hints on how to win!

------ GAMEPLAY SPOILERS -------

It can hear your footsteps and see the flashlight. Use the left mouse button to toggle the light on and off. Running is the loudest action you can perform. In ALPEN GHOUL, prolonged running is generally bad for your health. Crawling is nearly silent.

All you need is a bit of speed to start sliding, which means you can also slide on flat land. You move slower when moving uphill and will not have enough speed to slide.

Try to balance gaining ground up the mountain and sliding to get away. The further you make it up the mountain the further you can slide to safety if things take a turn for the worse.

Orange flags represent the most balanced route.

If you find yourself in the large cave complex, you're probably not going to survive much longer. The outdoor routes are generally easier.

Press "E" on the selected tape to switch tapes in the boombox once you find a new tape.

Tapes you acquire carry over into New Game +, so make sure to check out one of the safe rooms after beating the game. Playing New Game + gives you the HARD MODE tape ( don't worry, it's not on by default ). If you value your life, don't leave it playing in the boombox when you leave the safe room. Beating HARD MODE will require knowledge of the entire map, how it interlocks, and what short cuts can be used to your advantage.

The game is hard by design, but I believe in you. Think of it as a tug-of-war. You want to make it to the top, but the creature keeps pulling you back down. Take your time and watch its movements. Get a feel for the environment. Chill out in the safe room and collect your thoughts. With a little creativity, you may even be able to use your knowledge of the environment to your advantage. It's going to be hard for everyone at first, but by the end, it will be YOUR mountain.