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A jam submission

Dream RunnerView game page

Build the path, bend the world, and watch the hero survive your strange creation.
Submitted by NovaNexus X β€” 1 hour, 12 minutes before the deadline
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Dream Runner's itch.io page

Results

CriteriaRankScore*Raw Score
Gameplay#5982.7602.857
Audio#6432.7602.857
Innovation#6752.6912.786
Visuals#7322.8983.000
Overall#7552.6682.762
Enjoyment#8102.5532.643
Theme#9842.3462.429

Ranked from 14 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.

How does the game fit the theme?
The game takes the player through unusual and unexpected environments that feel unfamiliar and mysterious. The player automatically runs on a path we create

What code and assets did you not make from scratch during the jam (if any)?
Audio

How many people worked on the game?
3

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Comments

Submitted

I love the role reversal here: you're not the runner, you're the gremlin level designer. Dropping shelves and pillows in place and then watching the traveler commit to it is such a good loop, and the ragdoll-like physics are hilarious.

Presentation-wise, it's super easy to read: the UI is clean, the drag/drop tools are straightforward, and the pause-to-tweak option is a really smart touch that lets you iterate without killing the pace. The chill vibe/music and simple visuals also fit the concept nicely. It feels like the kind of game that would be dangerously addictive with more levels.

Submitted

Cool idea, good art. The first level is too long; I would have preferred to start with something shorter. It breaks the hook. But the game is good.

Submitted(+1)

Intresting idea but it needs some improvements, It's more puzzle solving rather than a runner, wish to see this game with improvements

cheers, Silent Comet

Developer

We're working on improving this game. Really appreciate you sharing your thoughts!

Submitted(+1)

It's an interesting idea but when playing I wanted it to be more like a puzzle game rather than a timed challenge. But overall gameplay was good and the graphics very clean :) feels like it would naturally belong on a mobile device

Developer

Thank you for the thoughtful feedback! 😊 We really appreciate you sharing your thoughts.

Submitted(+1)

Great concept! Awesome artwork. Music was chill and it was a creative way to use the theme of strange places

Developer

Thank you so much! 😊 we appreciate the kind words!

Submitted(+1)

The game was challenging but fun!! I also liked the artstyle is very cleanly drawn. Well done ΰ΄¦ΰ΅ΰ΄¦ΰ΄Ώ Λ‰ΝˆΜ€κ’³Λ‰ΝˆΜ )✧

Developer (1 edit) (+1)

Thank you so much!! We truly appreciate the kind words about the art style that means a lot!😊

Submitted(+1)

Interesting idea, it's entertaining.

Developer

Thanks a lot! We're happy you enjoyed the idea 😊

Submitted(+1)

I really like how clean and clear the UI is. The game is quite challenging though! That might just be a skill issue on my end πŸ˜„ Well done, guys!

Developer

Thank you! πŸ˜„ the challenge is part of the fun, not a skill issue πŸ˜‰ Appreciate the support!

Submitted(+1)

Fun game! Really enjoyed this one

Developer(+1)

Thank you so much! 😊 We’re really glad you enjoyed the game. Your support means a lot to us!

Submitted(+1)

Funny game! Havent seen this mechanism in ages, and its actually pretty diffucult! Nice job :)

Developer(+1)

Thank you! πŸ˜„ Glad you enjoyed it and yeah, it’s a bit tricky on purpose πŸ˜‰ Appreciate the support!

Submitted(+1)

Great game ! I had fun. My friends laughed at me.

Developer

Thank you so much! πŸ˜„ We’re really happy you had fun playing. And hey making your friends laugh sounds like a bonus win to us! πŸ˜‚