Well, I decided to enter the Compo after all.

I had worked for 24 hours on a completely different game only to realize I would never finish the thing in time. I had way too many issues with it, trying to learn new stuff along the way.

Pretty much decided to give up at that point, but then this idea hit me from out of nowhere. Thought it might be doable in the little time I had left so I dove right into it. Not everything made it in that I wanted, and I never had time to do any decent graphics or add sounds (did toss in a melody that repeats while you play at the very last second).

Either way - I'm relatively pleased considering the time I was left with. It's a playable game (I think... gotta playtest it now - haven't really done so).

Give it a try, you guys - and don't forget to rate and comment when the time comes!

Here's a screenie for your enjoyment (despite the non-existing graphics):

https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/45/a-brand-new-world