Design Statement
The track gave me a feeling of discovery, as if something pushes us to begin a journey toward a better place. To me, it represents the will to improve, change, and keep moving forward despite the difficulties we face. I interpreted it as "the will to face the unknown."

For my design, I wanted to represent a small flame lost in a dark place, creating a feeling of vulnerability and uncertainty. However, being small doesn't mean giving up. The flame represents the determination to keep trying. Along its journey, it faces rain, wind, and snow, obstacles that could easily extinguish it. Yet, with every step, it grows stronger and learns to overcome them.

As the flame gets closer to its destination, the path becomes clearer, like the light at the end of a tunnel. Its goal is to reach a fireplace, where it can finally grow and provide warmth. For me, this represents pursuing a dream, even when the world seems cruel to those who are weak. Being vulnerable should never stop us from achieving the impossible.

Game Instructions (launch steps, controls, and gameplay overview)
Movement:
Left - Right
A - D
Jump:

W
Space

Interact:
E

Protect yourself with the leaf:

E

Gameplay walkthrough video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXkyaEgmjLM

Did your project use any AI tools or assets? If yes, please specify.
ChatGPT is used as an aid in game programming. - no vibecoding