Xycore

Js13k 2019 Desktop Category entry Xycore is a 'throwback' to some old favorites, taking inspiration from Hero Core and Metroid to bring you a simple adventure on an unknown planet - take on the four bosses and destroy the reactor core! + Arrow Keys - Movement + Gamepad Supported! + You can reload to your last checkpoint by refreshing the page at any point + There are several upgrades hidden throughout the world - find them to make the game a bit easier Thank you for playing!

Xycore was submitted to the js13kGames 2019 competition by Daniel Lawrence. 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. Build System/Code Organization Instead, I opted for writing my game in a single file (Heavily utilizing bookmarks), and running it through Google's Closure Compiler.

+ Arrow Keys - Movement + Gamepad Supported! The exact compilation commands are in `compress.bat`.

For full controls and strategy tips, open the game via the source link below — the in-game title screen displays any additional bindings. As a js13k entry, expect a focused single-mechanic experience with a clear objective.