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Heal Zone by Skylark721

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made by Skylark721 for LD 44 (JAM)

Heal Zone is a simple top down shooter.
This game was made in 9 hours. I had been working on another game for 2 days and I couldn't make it into the compo. I ended up scrapping that project since it wasn't really fun. And that's where Heal Zone comes in.

This is my first Ludum Dare entry and the first game I really committed to. I wish I had started working on this from the beginning so I could have polished it. Perhaps next Ludum Dare.

Controls
Shooting - [Left Click]
Upgrades - [1] and [2]

Programs Used:
Unity3D
Photoshop
SFXR

Music was made by Paundra - Free Unity store asset:
https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/audio/music/electronic/8bit-free-pack-vol-1-68013

Heal Zone-2.jpg

Windows https://whiterenard.itch.io/heal-zone
Linux https://whiterenard.itch.io/heal-zone
HTML5 (web) https://whiterenard.itch.io/heal-zone
Original URL https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/44/heal-zone

Ratings

Given 31🗳️ 23🗨️

Feedback

pepnou
30. Apr 2019 · 10:01 UTC
Though simplistic, the game is really fun to play !!
Good job!
Weird things start to append when you shoot too close to you XD
🎤 Skylark721
30. Apr 2019 · 10:04 UTC
@pepnou Haha, thanks for the feedback! :) Yeah I noticed that bug too but I was so close to the deadline and couldn't fix it in time.
NinjaCatz
30. Apr 2019 · 10:06 UTC
The game is very reminiscent of retro style. I really like these games!
Memel06
30. Apr 2019 · 13:02 UTC
Simply yet effective, this game is addicting and fun

there is no major issues or game breaking bugs, and it fits the theme

nice entry
mrdrakert
30. Apr 2019 · 13:22 UTC
Core of the game, and enemy bouncing physics are greato, but I'd change the balance of upgrades. After maxing them both out, you can just spam in the middle and survive for eternity. Nice game though!
JestemStefan
30. Apr 2019 · 13:34 UTC
The gameplay is there for sure! I like collisions based on physics.

I reached 3000+ score easly, becouse after max upgrades you are unbeatable.

More enemies with more mass and different color will upgrade gameplay a lot!
🎤 Skylark721
30. Apr 2019 · 13:35 UTC
@ninjacatz Thanks for playing, I'm glad you liked it! :smile:

@memel06 Wow, thank you! That's very generous. :smile: When I submitted this, I was so worried, didn't think anyone would like it.

@mrdrakert Thank you for playing! And I agree about what you said, I wish I had started working on this earlier.

@jestemstefan Thanks for playing my game and your feedback! :)
Yngvarr
30. Apr 2019 · 15:54 UTC
Simple arcade with physics-related mechanic. I like the way cubes change their direction when shot, not just disapear. =) The game would benefit from more balance, I guess. The visual style and sound are great! Congratulations on your first entry! :D
Sun-Wukong
30. Apr 2019 · 21:04 UTC
For a 9-hour game this is pretty solid. Shooting feeling was pretty satisfying though upgrades ended quick.

Also thanks for the feedback on my game, I've fixed some bugs and collisions, and after thinking it over I made attack not stop moving. So now if you want you can play it again and enjoy dialogues to fullest :3
OwlyCode
01. May 2019 · 13:21 UTC
I had fun with this game! This is a good entry given the time you had to create it. Maybe you should have added the price of the upgrades so the player doesn't accidentally commit suicide :D. Also, maybe the difficulty could increase exponentially passed the 2000-3000 score mark so it becomes really really challenging to get an high score.
KeyurRana
01. May 2019 · 13:50 UTC
Simple and fun game. However, it becomes too easy after maxing out both upgrades.

One issue, the score doesn't reset after restarting.
OgelGames
01. May 2019 · 14:42 UTC
Cool game, really fun! I do agree with @mrdrakert though, it becomes far too easy once you max out your upgrades...
🎤 Skylark721
01. May 2019 · 15:27 UTC
@keyurrana Thanks, I appreciate the feedback! :) I thought I had fixed the score bug, apparently not, haha! I fixed the WebGL version, should be ok now.

Thank you everyone else who has commented so far. :)
Nebrazif
01. May 2019 · 21:40 UTC
simple and effective, I love it!
ristoretto
01. May 2019 · 22:31 UTC
Simple and satisfying core loop. Although you become powerful with maxed out upgrades, so the enemies can’t come even close. Some ideas for enemy variation: big ones that can take more damage, enemies that move in a sine motion towards the player and enemies that split to multiple small enemies when they die.
Shaolin Dave
01. May 2019 · 22:33 UTC
I also made my game in about 9 hours. Spend Friday night and all Saturday on ideas that had to be scrapped, Sunday redoing it, then I had to work on Monday so I was rushed afterwards to complete and submit.

Can't play without a Mac or Web build. I like the concept though. The graphics look simple but effective.
Maybe I'll come back if I get an opportunity to use a PC soon.
🎤 Skylark721
02. May 2019 · 10:27 UTC
@nebrazif @ristoretto Thanks for playing, I appreciate the feedback!
@shaolin-dave Oh I added WebGL support yesterday on itch.io. I just didn't think to update the description here.
Random Thoughts
02. May 2019 · 12:30 UTC
Simple, yet fun concept. Kind of wish that there was a bit more though, as the game ends much faster than I would like, but hey, for 9 hrs of work, well done!
KreGames
02. May 2019 · 12:38 UTC
I really love the simplicity of the game. The sound / music gives me the feeling that I'm at my parents and playing an old Commodore64 game. :smiley: Thanks for that feeling :wink:
🎤 Skylark721
02. May 2019 · 12:46 UTC
@random-thoughts I had mode in development where the screen was pretty much flooded with cubes. I cut it out because I thought it might be too difficult. Now I'm thinking maybe I shouldn't have! Haha
@kregames Oh that's amazing! I'm glad it could bring back those memories :smile:
Raska
02. May 2019 · 12:57 UTC
Really loved the graphics and audio effects, I really enjoyed playin this game! Quite simple but great job!
Minemes
02. May 2019 · 14:31 UTC
Nice game i reached 2000 and was very stressed at the end ;D
nandemoguy
02. May 2019 · 14:32 UTC
Decent ramp up but felt the power-ups were lacking. Overall a solid effort given the time you said you knocked it out in.
Darylsteak
02. May 2019 · 14:33 UTC
For a game made in 9 hours, im really impressed. The simple art style looked really good, yet was still very effective. The sound effects were also nice, and the gameplay was solid, albiet easy to max out.

The greatest thing however, was that unlike your previous game, it was *fun*.

Great job.
Webox
04. May 2019 · 18:12 UTC
Great game!! killed my self several times.. I'am a greedy bastard haha. Really liked the concept
Turtwiggy
05. May 2019 · 15:32 UTC
Really nice, loved the minimalist feel with the crisp UI. Would love to see it be further developed :)
Carpin
05. May 2019 · 16:02 UTC
I liked the game! Good job, it is an added value to do it alone! (Yes, we try games too mate :D but we try what we can..)
🎤 Skylark721
05. May 2019 · 18:52 UTC
@carpin Hey, I'm sorry if my comment sounded harsh... Thanks for checking out my game!