Realm 404
A 2020 js13kGames entry by Benjamin Brown — under 13KB of pure craft.
This game is reviewed here and played at its source.
Hosted by js13kGames
About Realm 404
Realm 404 is a competition entry for the JS13K 2020 games competition You can play the game here Trapped in the infamous Realm 404, you must explore and scavenge for enough coin to buy a chance at escape, but the Lord of the realm has other plans... Realm 404 is a turn-based rogue-like with semi-randomly generated rooms, an assortment of items, and a mysterious merchant.
Realm 404 was submitted to the js13kGames 2020 competition by Benjamin Brown. It earned competition recognition. Like every js13k entry, the entire game — code, art, and audio — fits in 13 kilobytes, a constraint that rewards focused, clever design over bulk.
How to Play
Realm 404 uses standard browser-game controls (keyboard, mouse, or touch). Open the game via the source link below to see the in-game instructions, as controls vary per entry.
As a js13k entry, expect a focused experience built around one core mechanic. Read the title screen for the specific objective and any special inputs.
Key Features
- ▸ Built in under 13 kilobytes (code, art, audio)
- ▸ Submitted to js13kGames 2020
- ▸ Author: Benjamin Brown
- ▸ Competition-recognised entry
- ▸ Realm 404 is a turn-based rogue-like with semi-randomly generated rooms
Realm 404 — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Realm 404 free to play?
Yes. Realm 404 is a free browser game — no download or installation required. Click the play link to open it at the source site.
Where can I play Realm 404?
You can play Realm 404 on js13kGames. ArcadeBloom links out to the original source — we review the game but do not host it.
What kind of game is Realm 404?
Realm 404 is a arcade game. A 2020 js13kGames entry by Benjamin Brown — under 13KB of pure craft.
Source & Licence
- Author / Project
- js13kGames
- Licence
- source-available
- Released
- 2020
ArcadeBloom is a directory. We review and link; we do not host this game. All rights belong to its author. Visit the official site to play.
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