Smash enemies to get upward momentum.

Back in 2015, the success of Crossy Road created quite a spark. This game was an attempt to build a game that would utilize a similar meta-game. The mechanics were inspired by Doodle Jump, and Goin' Up. You swipe into the direction you want to jump and smash enemies to get upward momentum.

Art by Gonzossm.

A sprite sheet with the player, enemies, and environment.

We were also looking for ways to make the art stand out. At the time I was a big fan of high-contrast graphics – bright colors on dark backgrounds.

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Goin' Up

Why it Failed

We were making the game on the side. When the progress is slow, it kills enthusiasm. Apart from that, the swiping controls are a little tiring, especially for a casual game.