Packet by Defrag 2023-05-04T07:10:20Z ♥ 1
It's a pretty deep idea. Could be interesting as a bigger version of the game, where you have more time to learn the complexities of the game slowly, since the mechanics seem quite complicated. I am still somewhat sleep deprived, but I didn't understand the upgrades and the encryption from the tutorial alone. The tutorial also was quite long for a jam game, which I understand since the gameplay is complex and it is remarkable that there is a pretty well made tutorial at all in a compo submission.
The biggest flaw with the gameplay would be the text messages in my opinion. There is a pretty fast and strict time limit on completing the deliveries, so there really is no time at all to read the text of the messages. That is some unfortunate dissonance between gameplay and narrative. Maybe those messages could come between deliveries in a time stop, so you actually can read them without losing precious thinking time. There are some other nitpicks about visuals and UI, but those can be mostly neglected for a jam game, imo.
I really did like the mood and narrative of the game, though. It felt very fitting and the music supplemented the mood very well. Overall I'd say it's a great idea but the game design was maybe a little overscoped for a short jam. Could be interesting if you build on it, though!
LD54 — Limited Space (5)
FELL OUT by daveranan 2023-10-04T08:33:03Z ♥ 1
I didn't understand how to use the boat and get to the next island.
The Endless Night by Just Dzhi 2023-10-04T07:35:17Z ♥ 2
Probably my favourite entry so far, well done! The UI is great, the sound design is spot on, the theme is met in a simple, elegant fashion and the gameplay is fun. Great polish overall and def has enough content for a jam game. It's maybe a bit too much on the easy side of difficulty, but I rather have that than many of the super hard games where I can't even finish a level, since I'm not familiar with that particular genre.
Tiny Farm Island by gamesplusjames 2023-10-04T06:27:02Z ♥ 1
Great concept! The theme was implemented very well and the game was really polished. Personally, I find the game to hectic. To me, farming games are usually something calm and relaxing and the music used would suggest so, too. Which is in stark contrast to the acutal game play which is frantic due to the time limit. I the game design works really well overall, though - especially in the context of a game jam. The intro text got a chuckle out of me as well. Well done.
My grandma's stories by Aquillot 2023-10-03T21:09:34Z ♥ 3
Top mood I really like the hand drawn aesthetic. Well done :)
LazerPhaser by EvilMurlock 2023-10-03T17:54:08Z ♥ 2
Great little puzzle game. You did a lot with a small amount of assets - perfect for a jam. Sadly I too did not have anyone for a 2 player match, but single-player was quite enjoyable aswell.