trapped a 100 pen scrolling platformer
Trapped - 100% Pen Scrolling Platformer with Advanced Physics Engine
Trapped utilizes a proprietary 100% pen-based scrolling engine (menu interface excluded) originally engineered by @SONIC-CODE. For players experiencing performance issues, an official itch.io mirror is available at c369j.itch.io/trapped for significantly reduced lag and smoother gameplay. The project draws heavy inspiration from griffpatch's Appel project.
Precision Controls & Advanced Reset Logic
- Movement: Full support for Arrow keys, WASD, and mobile touch controls (toggle via Settings menu)
- Checkpoint System: Press R to reset to the most recent checkpoint or stage beginning
- Full Level Restart: Press Q + R simultaneously to perform complete level restart including timer reset
- Exit Function: In Level Select, click Left while on Level 1 to exit to main menu
Unique Falling Mechanic
Unlike traditional platformers, falling off-screen does not result in immediate death. Instead:
- First two falls: Character returns to top of screen and descends again
- Third fall: Results in death and checkpoint reset
- Speedrun strategy: Advanced players can use this mechanic strategically for record attempts
Dynamic Environmental Hazards
- Disappearing/Reappearing Tiles: Ground platforms, danger spikes, and bounce pads may phase in and out
- Fake Danger System: Some hazardous-looking tiles are completely harmless - visual deception is core gameplay
- Bounce Pads: Strategic placement for vertical momentum
Production Specifications
- Assets: 7 unique sprites
- Code Volume: 2,000+ code blocks - developer's largest project to date
- Text Design: Google Drawings (button assets), FontMeme.com (thumbnail/home page text)
- Music: Sourced from YouTube (specific track not named)
Credits & Acknowledgements
- Engine: @SONIC-CODE - 100% Pen Scrolling Platformer Engine (project link)
- Inspiration: @griffpatch - Appel (project link)
- Beta Testing: @WG_GWC42, @-Zenn, @cybermoonlight303, @drcurse
Recommended Community Follows
@codingcing_0712, @WG_GWC42, @-Zenn, @Firedrake712, @870xpr, @tkiel-tcsral
Story Premise
You were once a free Square. Then you fell into a hole... down... down... down... When you landed, you took a look around. You're TRAPPED! Escape from this mysterious, shifting environment with something odd about it. More story details available in the Tips section.
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