Random Access Memory by SaRNEh
Inspired by how the computer RAM works and the experiences of having Windows 95 out of memory blue screens... we've created Random Access Memory! It's a simple game where you are a memory operations worker and have to complete tasks coming from different places of the PC. Write, read and release your data!
But watch out! You can run out of memory very fast!
Goal
The goal of the game is pretty simple: complete as many tasks as you can! But remember: don't get out of memory!
You can also compete on scores with others in an in-game leaderboard!
Rules
- You are given to complete X amount of tasks
- You have limited time for that
- You can't accept more tasks if there's no more memory
Controls:
| Key | Description | | --- | --- | | WASD | Movement | | 1 | Write value of 1 | | 0 | Write value of 0 | | E | Read value | | R | Reset value |
Screenshots
Credits
Background music:
Source: Looperman
Author: https://www.looperman.com/loops?mid=Fanto8BC
Link: https://www.looperman.com/loops/detail/132374/8-bit-cls-120bpm-8bit-chiptune-synth-loop
In-game sounds:
Source: Freesound
Author: https://freesound.org/people/LittleRobotSoundFactory/
Link: https://freesound.org/people/LittleRobotSoundFactory/packs/16681/
| Other (web) | https://machinode.itch.io/random-access-memory |
| Original URL | https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/42/random-access-memory |
Ratings
| Overall | 375th | 3.583⭐ | 32🧑⚖️ |
| Fun | 697th | 3.133⭐ | 32🧑⚖️ |
| Innovation | 76th | 3.9⭐ | 32🧑⚖️ |
| Theme | 226th | 3.933⭐ | 32🧑⚖️ |
| Graphics | 368th | 3.767⭐ | 32🧑⚖️ |
| Humor | 396th | 2.967⭐ | 32🧑⚖️ |
| Mood | 383th | 3.357⭐ | 30🧑⚖️ |
| Given | 32🗳️ | 11🗨️ |
The way you used the theme and the array of tasks connected to it are great and the high score loop was surprisingly effective; I gave it more tries than I expected.
The game over screen is a great detail too.
Sadly, the task screen often overlaps with the chips and makes it a bit more difficult than it should be, but still a neat game!
@seablu That's true. At the beginning it's very hard. But as soon as you get along with the controls it gets easier. We wanted to add some levels (one easy, one harder) but unfortunately didn't have time for that :( Anyways, awesome that you like it and thank you for the comment! :)
But generally, it's a great submission and fun game! Thank you!
@ryanjavanshir Glad you liked it! :)
@ryan-wickman Well, it could have some tutorial at start, I agree :)
@kromzem Haha, you're not the only one! Everyone had problem with it. It's a valuable feedback for us :) Thanks!
@plukers We'll totally remember about the difficulty next time :) Thank you!
@beelzeboss Thanks! :)
EDIT: Nevermind, I accidentally downloaded the linux file. *Facepalm*
Yeah, we've already noticed that the game is way to hard at the beginning and it's very unclear to understand. We will surely think about these issues on our next game. We could maybe add some tutorials if it's unclear or add multiple levels with different difficulties if it's too hard :)