multiplayer scrolling platformer engine

Multiplayer Scrolling Platformer Engine – A Creator’s Toolkit

The Multiplayer Scrolling Platformer Engine is a foundational development tool, not a finished game. It provides creators with the essential systems to design and build their own scrolling, multiplayer platformer games from the ground up.

Engine Capabilities & Access

This engine includes core functionalities: player movement (WASD, arrow keys, touch) and a toggleable chat system (‘T’ or ‘N’ key). Levels are marked with clouds as endpoints. Important: This resource is intended for use by “Scratcher” accounts, not new users.

How to Use This Engine

To begin creating with this engine, proper attribution is required. You must credit @griffpatch, @TheCactusMaster, and @StratfordJames. The recommended workflow is:

Click “See inside” on the original project.
Use the File → Save to your computer option.
Create a brand new project on your account.
In the new project, use File → Load from your computer to import the engine.

This method preserves the crucial cloud-based multiplayer features without needing to remix.

A Foundation for Creation

Built leveraging community knowledge and assets, this engine serves as a robust starting point for game developers. It handles the complex backend of scrolling and multiplayer, allowing you to focus on designing levels, characters, and gameplay mechanics for your unique project.