Back in the Loop
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Back in the Loop is a classic shmup that tells the story of a bounty hunter spaceship.
The gameplay is one-shot, featuring a several enemy types and four challenging bosses. The game offers 3 types of shots that are upgraded in parallel, depending on the player’s choice, and a powerful shot that is unlocked after the player maximizes all other shots.
My Contribution
This project was my first polished game. Its core was developed during a course, and after course’s conclusion, I expanded the project by adding more content.
While the project wasn’t overwhelmingly complex, it demanded a considerable investment of time. Here are some of the mechanics I added:
- Power-ups: I created 4 power-ups, each with its own independent level-up path. One of them is only unlocked when the other three are maximized.
- More Enemies: I introduced enemies with distinct AIs. These AIs determine their movement and attack patterns. To add depth, I designed 4 unique bosses with slightly more complex AIs.
- Additional dynamic elements: increased gravity (slowing down the player), vortexes that release an energy burst when destroyed, and more.
Key Features
- One-shot gameplay
- Unlockable power-ups, including a secret one
- Diverse enemy types with distinct AI
- Four unique bosses with challenging behaviors
