Great game! I really like the combination with narrative.
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Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
Playability | #100 | 4.000 | 4.000 |
Theme | #104 | 4.000 | 4.000 |
Artistic Style | #109 | 4.000 | 4.000 |
Cleverness | #423 | 3.000 | 3.000 |
Ranked from 1 rating. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
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- Good game! I love the story and both the story and gameplay implement the theme well. The music is really cozy and the art is charming. The controls feel a little too stiff at times but this is hardly a problem in the long run. Nice!
Did you include your Game Design Document in your downloadable files?
Yes
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How to play:
Interactions will start on game load with rolling text.
In the office portion nd overworld all text can be sped up with use of "SPACEBAR"/controller "A" .
You walk around the overworld and look for NPC's to interact with. walking around is keyboard and controller compatible.
On entering interactions you will be prompted with various choice paths to choose from keeping in mind the goal set in your Therapists office of spreading kindness you need to choose the right path and in doing so you will be transported to the EmotionRealm which is a 2d platformer level unique to each NPC.
In the platformer basic controls will be displayed on screen at the start of the level.
Jump: "SPACEBAR" / controller "A"
Dash: In mid air "SHIFT" / controller "L2"
Direction against a wall will wall slide.
Wall jumps are intentionally hackable in this game think about it as you navigate the challenge!!!
During your platformer levels you have the option from save menu ("ESC" / controller "START") to lay down new spawn point or jump to your last spawn point for your inevitable failure to finish the levels.
Description:
Embark on a heartwarming journey in "A Kind Of Community," where kindness is your mission! Join Taylor, guided by their therapist Thomas, in a quest to uplift a small, close-knit community. In this unique game, your goal is to spread kindness inspired by Taylor's therapy sessions.
Gameplay
"A Kind Of Community" combines engaging dialogue, choice-driven narratives, and thrilling platformer challenges. As you navigate through the 4-way top-down view of the community, you'll interact with various members, each harboring their own struggles and stories. Choose your dialogue wisely, as the right words can unlock a whole new world – the EmotionRealm.
In the EmotionRealm, experience beautifully crafted pixel art platforming levels, each representing the inner world of the community members. Your task? To traverse these levels, overcome obstacles, and reach the end goal. Success means not only helping an individual but also spreading contagious joy and kindness throughout the community.
Did you remember to include your Game Design Document?
Yes
Is your game set to Public so we can see it?
Yes
Extra Notes
Check out page five of our Game Design Doc
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