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-Lockdown- A Scrolling Platformer – Free Pandemic-Themed Contest Platformer

-Lockdown- A Scrolling Platformer is a pandemic-themed contest entry developed for @-PickleAnimator-'s 700-follower game competition. Players must leave the house, avoid all objects, and immediately use hand sanitizer upon any contact. Masks are mandatory before exiting.

Core Survival Mechanics

Avoid all objects outside the house
Touch any object → use sanitizer immediately
Must wear mask to exit house
Press E (PC) / door button (mobile) to open doors

Controls by Platform

PC Controls:
- WASD or arrow keys to move
- E key to open doors
- Z key to zoom into pictures
- Music button: 5 presses to mute

Mobile Controls:
- Touch zones around player character
- Dedicated "Open door" button
- Dedicated "Zoom in pic" button
- No chat in mobile mode

Development Credits (Exact Split)

Code: 55% ZicoStar, 40% JTHEJET, 3% @0014049, 2% @Will_Wam
Art: 50% ZicoStar, 48% JTHEJET, 1% @0014049, 1% Google

Release & Community Performance

Released December 23, 2020; reached #1 on trending by Christmas Day (December 25, 2020). Built independently for contest eligibility—this is not a direct remix of JTHEJET's Scrolling Platformer Engine.

Important FAQ & Known Issues

Performance may lag due to high block density
Developer lost motivation for Part 2 following critical feedback
No cloud saving functionality
Mask + E key are both required for PC exit
If stuck: click green flag to restart