SlashSync - 2D Hack n Slash Sidescroller

Dec 1, 2024 ยท 2 min read

SlashSync - 2D Hack n Slash Sidescroller โš”๏ธ

A fast-paced 2D hack n slash sidescroller game currently in development with Unity.
Possible names: SlashSync (current), ZenshinSync

Core Features (Planned)

  • โš”๏ธ Hack n Slash Gameplay: Engage in intense combat using swordplay and special abilities in a side-scrolling action adventure.
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Character Swap Mechanic: Choose from 3 unique characters, each with distinct abilities, weapons, and limitations. Swap between them during gameplay to tackle different challenges.
  • ๐ŸŽต Dynamic Levels & Music: Each level follows a unique theme, with music that impacts enemies, abilities, and gameplay, creating immersive and dynamic shifts.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฅ Smash Moves: Fill up a meter to unleash a powerful โ€œSmashโ€ move, unique to each character, adding strategy and excitement to combat.
  • ๐Ÿ† Scoring System: Achieve the highest score based on distance traveled, enemies defeated, and damage dealt.

Game Objectives

๐ŸŽฏ Clear Levels: Defeat enemies, navigate obstacles, and complete objectives to progress.
๐Ÿ† High Score: Compete for the highest score, influenced by performance, distance, and efficiency in defeating enemies.

Future Features (In Development)

  • ๐Ÿ†• Multiple Character Variants: New characters with unique abilities, weapons, and smash moves.
  • ๐Ÿฐ Additional Levels & Music: More thematic levels, diverse music tracks, and unique enemy types.
  • ๐ŸŽญ Character Cameos: Fun cameos inspired by popular shows or media for replayability and engagement.
  • ๐ŸŽถ Improved Sync Mechanic: Refining the music sync system for more dynamic gameplay.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Mobile Port: Optimizing for mobile platforms to expand the player base.
  • ๐Ÿ… Leaderboards & Achievements: Tracking progress and rewarding accomplishments.

Next Steps

  • ๐ŸŽจ UI/UX Design: Enhance user interface for better gameplay experience.
  • ๐Ÿ›  Prototype Development: Build and test core mechanics like character swapping, combat, and music synchronization.
  • ๐Ÿ” Beta Testing: Gather feedback to refine balance and mechanics.
  • ๐Ÿ— Story/Level Design: Develop engaging storylines and level structures.

Docs

๐Ÿ“„ Documentation available on Notion

Current Progress

  • ๐ŸŒ World, Player, and Enemy System
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Character Swap Prototype: Clicking Left-Ctrl swaps between three characters:
    • ๐Ÿ” Swap 1
    • ๐Ÿ” Swap 2
    • ๐Ÿ” Swap 3

๐ŸŽจ Figma Designs

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