Deft Machine: A Unique Blend of Dynamic Platformer and 2D Physics Simulator

Dive into the thrilling world of Deft Machine, where you command a quirky off-road vehicle equipped with a compact cabin, a three-axle motor drive, a vertical springy mechanism, a small turbo jet engine, and a heavy rotational mace as your primary weapon. This vehicle also features a confined trunk with slots for storing additional weaponry and supplies.

Embark on an adventure where you'll battle enemy creatures, demolish obstacles, balance on dynamic platforms, and collect various guns and items. The game's mechanics are deeply rooted in a 2D physics engine, ensuring realistic interactions with almost all objects being destroyable and capable of being recreated.

Game Mechanics and Features:

• Physics-Based Interactions: Every action, from driving to combat, is influenced by a robust 2D physics engine.
• Vehicle Durability: Your machine's health decreases when hit, falls from heights, or is crushed by objects.
• Fuel Management: All actions except using the trunk consume fuel, adding a strategic layer to gameplay.
• Time-Dependent Actions: The effectiveness of motor torque, jump force, turbo thrust, and gunfire varies over time.
• Temporal Abilities: Your vehicle can gain both positive and negative temporary abilities, affecting gameplay dynamics.
• On-the-Fly Adjustments: Quickly restore health, fuel, and time, and switch weapons to adapt to the ever-changing environment.
• Skillful Control: Mastering the vehicle's controls is crucial for success, especially on moving platforms.
• Controllable Bugs: Objects stuck in the wheels can be managed using the mace, adding an interesting twist to the gameplay.

Game Modes:

1. CAMPAIGN MODE

   Embark on a challenging journey to a distant planet to test your vehicle's stability and your driving prowess. Break boxes, collect keys to unlock exit doors, and navigate through levels using your vehicle's agility and your strategic thinking. This mode is tailored for experienced players and includes:

   • Gold-Based Economy: Pay gold to play levels and earn more upon completion.
   • In-Game Store: Purchase weapons, health, fuel, time, and boosts before starting a level, and sell surplus items.
   • Mini-Game: Earn gold through the "Catch Gold" mini-game.
   • Randomness and Luck: A degree of randomness adds an element of luck to the challenge.
   • Automatic Progress Saving: No manual save or load required, enhancing the old-school gaming feel.

2. SANDBOX MODE

   Unleash your creativity in a sandbox environment where you can spawn objects from a factory onto the map. Build structures, add enemies, and engage in battles as you see fit. Key features include:

   • Object Spawning: Use the factory to select and place objects anywhere on the map.
   • OverSpawn Feature: Enable spawning inside static ground for unique gameplay, though it may occasionally lead to non-physical behavior.
   • Faction Customization: Choose colors to designate enemy factions.
   • Camera Controls: Pan, zoom, and toggle camera follow options for optimal viewing.
   • Factory Customization: Adjust the factory window's position, size, and opacity to suit your needs.

Deft Machine combines the excitement of a dynamic platformer with the complexity of a 2D physics machine simulator, offering a unique gaming experience. Whether you're tackling the challenging campaign or experimenting in the sandbox mode, there's plenty to explore and enjoy.

What's New in Version 1.2.6

• Last updated on Aug 3, 2024
• Bugs fixed

Dive into Deft Machine and experience a game like no other!