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Hellevator by SgtWeirdo

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made by SgtWeirdo for Ludum Dare 54 (JAM)

HellevatorScreen1.png Introducing "Hellevator": The Lift-off You Didn't Ask For!

You are the unsung hero, the trusty elevator mechanic, ensuring that the rickety old elevator doesn't give way under the relentless flood of pixel-perfect professionals. But beware - these aren't your usual 9-to-5ers. Armed with staplers, rolling chairs, and an insatiable desire to reach their cubicles, they'll stop at nothing to cram into YOUR lift.

Experience spine-tingling tension, chuckle-worthy moments, and heart-pounding action, all wrapped up in retro 2D charm. And remember: in the world of "Hellevator", it's not just about going up - it's about not going down... in flames.

[Re-Submitted] Change Log - minor fps fix after submission!

Link https://dianaoana1.itch.io/hellevator
Original URL https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/54/hellevator

Ratings

Overall 614th 3.522⭐ 25🧑‍⚖️
Fun 649th 3.333⭐ 26🧑‍⚖️
Innovation 649th 3.25⭐ 24🧑‍⚖️
Theme 424th 3.841⭐ 24🧑‍⚖️
Graphics 223th 4.174⭐ 25🧑‍⚖️
Audio 139th 3.935⭐ 25🧑‍⚖️
Humor 193th 3.696⭐ 25🧑‍⚖️
Mood 477th 3.636⭐ 24🧑‍⚖️
Given 17🗳️ 20🗨️

Feedback

OlenIkimid
03. Oct 2023 · 07:58 UTC
I really like the funky soundtrack and pixel art!

The combat could have a little more variety to it I wasn't sure if the enemies are supposed to do any damage to the player or not, so it's pretty easy to just keep slaughtering everything :sweat_smile:

Also, I got stuck at Level 4 and no enemies would spawn (it also looked like the elevator was stuck between floors)

![level4.JPG](///raw/de0/54/z/5f1a9.jpg)
CamilleB
03. Oct 2023 · 08:03 UTC
Employee of the month simulator :p
Fun little game, I feel like I cannot really lose tho, unless I miss something ?
You could make a game over condition when there are too many employees on the Hellevator for example !
Good job :)
JRevel
03. Oct 2023 · 08:08 UTC
Haha another game called Hellevator, I think there are already like 20 games on itch that have that name ! I still love that pun though :)
The combat is a bit wacky, but in a fun way ! I like how enemies are just thrown away when I hit them. However it is possible to spam the attack way faster than the animation allows, which makes the game a bit too easy, I could just bodyblock the enemies and destroy them right away.
Otherwise, pretty cool pixel art and music !
deerangle
03. Oct 2023 · 08:10 UTC
The music was super good! I got stuck on Lvl3 unfortunately. I assume it's the same Issue @olenikimid had.
iron_head
03. Oct 2023 · 08:27 UTC
I like those _ragdoll physics?_ My passangers be doin' flips). I feel like the rate at which they come could be increased, because now the game doesn't provide any challenge. I waited for a bunch of people and destroyed them all at once, and it was fun. But I had to wait for it, which is just weird gameplay.
🎤 SgtWeirdo
04. Oct 2023 · 05:56 UTC
Thanks for the feedback! We're aware that the game could get stuck at certain levels most unfortunately, and acknowledge some balancing issues, but hey that's a jam for ya! :D we still hope you managed to get a chuckle or two out of the experience!
Nicoleta
07. Oct 2023 · 15:33 UTC
its a fun game, I enjoyed every second of it. The characters are very cute and the levels design is simple yet
interesting :)
vivid-hallucination
07. Oct 2023 · 17:51 UTC
Solid entry that stuck to the theme. Your pixel art is nice, readable and I enjoyed the soundtrack.
Branquelo
07. Oct 2023 · 17:56 UTC
It's a fun game, the only thing that bothered me is that in higher levels, it's easy still. I think it would be better that the enemie spawn rate increases as you go up the levels. Overall, i liked the art, the music and the gameplay, good job!
Le Don
07. Oct 2023 · 19:36 UTC
Great and charming entry! I really like the idea, but it seems a bit too easy. It also seems the attack animation doesn't work sometimes. But again, this is quite fun!
LDJam user 306251
07. Oct 2023 · 21:46 UTC
I had the same issue as others have with the elevator stopping and the enemies not coming in. It happened on the 7th Floor for me. Also, often times the wrench-swinging animation doesn't play. The music is catchy and I'm sure will randomly play in my head in the future. The pixel art has a nice and clean look to it. The gaemplay however desperately needs a healthbar or timer or scoring mechanic.

Now I wonder if there are any beat 'em ups that take place entirely in an elevator and play like the elevator stage in Streets of Rage 2.
LDJam user 375578
17. Oct 2023 · 19:46 UTC
Hmm very interesting game :smirk:
Dan Str
17. Oct 2023 · 19:53 UTC
the game is very interesting, I liked it, the idea is good, continue at the same pace and you will become more professional
digital bacon
18. Oct 2023 · 09:37 UTC
Fun little game. Loved the graphics, and the scrolling background was neat (though I'm not sure I've ever been in a lift with a window that big :grin: ). Great work.
TheMaydayMan
18. Oct 2023 · 14:17 UTC
Very fun to bounce around the enemies. I was unclear on how to lose but it was still fun even though it got pretty repetative
LDJam user 206001
18. Oct 2023 · 18:22 UTC
No enemy takes damage from me, just keep hitting everyone who comes through the door. The graphics are cool and the music is a little boring. I don't know if it's so in keeping with the theme, although the space isn't that big. But for jam I know it's a good job. Some kind of minimal difficulty would just be nice.
Sean Atterbury
18. Oct 2023 · 23:06 UTC
I really liked the graphics and I enjoyed the music. I was able to stand in front of the door and killed most of the enemies before they even set foot properly into the elevator. At level 8 enemies stopped spawning in thought there were 7 left. Though with that being said fun game and good job!
TomatoLamp
18. Oct 2023 · 23:28 UTC
The presentation here is great - I love the art style and the detail put into the scrolling background. Really great job making something so charming. I think if the attack animation played consistently and the enemies could damage you - it would make a world of difference too. Regardless, well done team!
Matt Green
18. Oct 2023 · 23:33 UTC
The art style and music are great. I don't know if I can give you top marks because it reminds me too much of my old apartment building (pre covid)!

Just kidding :)

great entry!
LDJam user 250426
20. Oct 2023 · 10:33 UTC
i dont think i was gonna lose through normal means anytime soon, but I still had fun cracking skulls and messing with the physics of my fellow passengers xD they kinda reminded of fish floppin around when they start rotating sideways and upside down hehehe

Theres not too much going on, but that doesn't mean it isnt packed full of character, its got lots of charm! i love the cows and the ghosties when you kill people >:D

![hellevator.png](///raw/a32/d3/z/607b7.png)
SaraMartins
20. Oct 2023 · 18:35 UTC
Omg this just makes me think of my work elevator that is under maintenance every week! Who knows what they're doing inside that is always breaking it?! Maybe I found the answer 😂
The art style is good, but the silly take you had with the game overall takes the win.
I think it's a game that sets itself apart from the others with its theme.
I think you only need to work on the difficulty progression, the game will be even better!