Posted September 25, 2025 by Sofaspartan
#BitJump #prototype #platformer #retro #8bit
Hey everyone! Back with another round of polish updates for BitJump. This one’s all about making the game feel more alive and rewarding when you interact with the world — from bombs to coins to the very hearts that keep you going.
Explosions now look way more exciting! Instead of just a blast, bombs scatter glowing sparks that shoot outward in all directions. Each one has a slightly different speed and angle, so every explosion feels dynamic and satisfying. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference when things start heating up.
Collecting coins now has extra flair. When you grab one, it doesn’t just vanish — it actually flies toward your HUD, landing in your coin counter with a satisfying pulse. It gives you a clear sense of progress and makes every coin feel meaningful to grab.
Your HUD isn’t just a static display anymore. Hearts now flash and bounce when you take damage or recover health. Losing life feels dramatic, and regaining it feels uplifting — the HUD mirrors the player’s journey instead of just tracking numbers in the background.
BitJump keeps getting more lively with every update, and these little touches are all about making the moment-to-moment gameplay more fun and expressive. Next up we’ll keep layering in these polish details so the game feels as good to play as it looks. Thanks for following along — more soon!