Be a Good Friend by oxlox

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made by oxlox for Ludum Dare 46 (COMPO)

Be a Good Friend is a real-time simulation of the times when a friend asks you to look after their plant or pets while they're away and you stop by briefly on the way to/from work every day until they're back.​ Do you have what it takes to keep them alive?

Ratings

Overall 686th 3.271⭐ 26🧑‍⚖️
Fun 923th 2.696⭐ 25🧑‍⚖️
Innovation 178th 3.771⭐ 26🧑‍⚖️
Theme 76th 4.167⭐ 26🧑‍⚖️
Graphics 881th 2.813⭐ 26🧑‍⚖️
Audio 780th 2⭐ 21🧑‍⚖️
Humor 299th 3.229⭐ 26🧑‍⚖️
Mood 681th 3⭐ 24🧑‍⚖️
Given 22🗳️ 16🗨️

Feedback

beeguy
20. Apr 2020 · 00:29 UTC
Very interesting concept.
Dodger
20. Apr 2020 · 01:02 UTC
He was a good dog. She was a good plant. Can I make it any more obvious?
Dylan Pineo
20. Apr 2020 · 01:05 UTC
Hmmmm very interesting would love to see this expanded as an small-scale applet or a mobile app where you pick-up responsibilies from "friends" to incorporate into your routine.
Paroxysmal
20. Apr 2020 · 01:16 UTC
Hmm...not sure if there is more than just watering the plant and if I need to come back tomorrow. Intruging and interesting.
ViniFlores
20. Apr 2020 · 01:22 UTC
Hahahah I was expecting more actions, but it is kinda interesting what we can do with keeping up with some schedule to keep our game progressing
MayhemGaming
20. Apr 2020 · 02:18 UTC
Really cool idea to make it real time
AdonisDevs
20. Apr 2020 · 02:29 UTC
Well this is definitely a thing. I'll be back tomorrow :)
pulkit garg
20. Apr 2020 · 02:38 UTC
this is an interesting concept of making ingame actions based on real world time
binroot
20. Apr 2020 · 02:56 UTC
Reminds me on Animal Crossing :smile:, because you have to wait a day, so no instant gratification. Also, your art was a pleasure.
Rafit345
20. Apr 2020 · 03:38 UTC
It seems like you are new to Game Dev (Dont worry, I am too!)... Interesting concept, but not a whole bunch to do... No audio and simple art. Try using pixel art programs for art, there are some cool free ones like piskel, and for audio you can use programs like sfxr and bosca ceoil for simple sound effects and music... Or it could be just me misenterpreting your masterpiece lol
Sergio Gonzalez
20. Apr 2020 · 04:04 UTC
Ok, you got me. I'll check back tomorrow :)
Alex Mulkerrin
20. Apr 2020 · 11:37 UTC
Cute game with cute pets :dog: :cactus:
🎤 oxlox
20. Apr 2020 · 11:53 UTC
@rafit345 Yep, this was the first game that I've made and I didn't want to bite off more than I could chew. I'll take a look at those programs for sure, thanks for the recommendations! The audio did slip my mind though haha!
PinballJunior
20. Apr 2020 · 15:31 UTC
Very unique; not something I have seen before. Well, I guess I'll be back tomorrow.
Hakro
20. Apr 2020 · 16:47 UTC
Nice concept. I'm hooked, and will be back tomorrow :)
GG
Sen Kappa
20. Apr 2020 · 17:18 UTC
I was confused at first what was supposed to happen after you took care of the plant/pet, but later realized it was supposed to be a time-based game!

Are there any easter eggs to be found if you play long enough?
🎤 oxlox
20. Apr 2020 · 18:21 UTC
@sen-kappa Not so much as an easter egg, but their is a resolution once your friend comes back from their trip. No extra assets, just a thank you message if you keep their pets alive :) and vice versa if you don't :(
Jupiter_Hadley
20. Apr 2020 · 20:15 UTC
Cute concept! I included it in my Ludum Dare 46 compilation video series, if you want to take a look. :) https://youtu.be/6SpOkik3XNg
Jupiter_Hadley
20. Apr 2020 · 20:15 UTC
Cute concept! I included it in my Ludum Dare 46 compilation video series, if you want to take a look. :) https://youtu.be/6SpOkik3XNg
Kiddy
20. Apr 2020 · 23:26 UTC
I really want to see the rest but I will be a good friend and wait.
Gaz_Ireland
20. Apr 2020 · 23:53 UTC
Huh... interedting concept. I was legitimately confused for a few minutes until I realised what time it was. Smart
stolen_biscuit
21. Apr 2020 · 01:49 UTC
Interesting concept haha I just came back for day 2. Lovely little idea
petitpois
21. Apr 2020 · 03:18 UTC
Cool concept, nice entry
Vini Explorer
23. Apr 2020 · 16:46 UTC
Quite a cool idea!
velvetlobster
24. Apr 2020 · 23:52 UTC
Cute character and cool idea for the theme! It feels like Mother, but a bit creepier, which I find very interesting.
Monish Vyas
26. Apr 2020 · 16:39 UTC
I guess I have to come back tomorrow. Nice idea though