plate tectonics platformer

Plate Tectonics Platformer: Where Geology Meets Gameplay

Plate Tectonics Platformer transforms a school geology project into an interactive educational experience. Each level is designed to teach concepts from the plate tectonics unit, including continental drift evidence, types of plate boundaries, and the formation of geographical features and natural disasters.

Unique "Die to Progress" Mechanic

The game cleverly integrates a unique gameplay mechanic: on one specific level, players must intentionally die to progress, as the death animation flings the character into the air, clearing an otherwise impassable obstacle. This memorable moment reinforces the educational content about volcanic activity.

Controls, Reset & Credits

Controls are standard (arrow keys or WASD) with the addition of wall-jumping to navigate magma-filled chambers. If you become stuck in the terrain, pressing 'R' resets your position. The project includes detailed credits, acknowledging @djpro for the platformer tutorial, @ZDUDE9 for the running sprite, and multiple contributors for level design elements. The background music is an instrumental version of Owl City's "Fireflies."