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WHAT IS ALL THIS
'The Source' is a platform game that focuses on exploration in the vein of the old Metroid titles. It is a satirical take on Scientology and uses leaked documentation and past events as the basis for the game. Enemies include clams and cereal boxes, earned powers include talking to animals and purging yourself of toxins, and the final goal is to reach the 'Bridge of Enlightenment'!
You play as one of two characters who have recently been inducted into the church: Pete, a lovesick man-child looking for meaning in his life, or Hannah, his best friend who also happens to be an investigative journalist. Your aim is to complete challenges given to you by 'The Source' himself, whilst also finding hidden facts about the church's history and intentions hidden throughout the levels.
FEATURES
-Retro aesthetic with original pixel art
-Chiptune-y soundtrack
-Gameplay inspired by classic platformers from the past
-A wicked Aussie sense of humour
MEDIA
Video - Trailer
Screenshot - Auditing
Screenshot - Volcanic History
WHY SHOULD YOU BE INTERESTED
2 reasons. The first is that the game will be really good. Everyone working on the project has a professional background in games and digital media, so they really know what they are doing.
The second is that my involvement in this project is directly related to my time here. I doubt anyone here remembers me (from the era of MagicgrafX, Sonic Infinity, and that one overused Rabidknux sprite) but I only finished one (awful) fangame and never really got to grips with the whole programming thing. As such, I'm proof positive that you can still get somewhere in the industry even if the technical nuts and bolts stuff does not click for you personally. I contribute through design, market research and writing, so there are still ways to make inroads into the industry outside of programming if you are determined.
NOTE: I figured it would be better to post this here than the 'General Fangame Discussion' forum, given that is isn't really a fangame and we are still campaigning for money. Sorry if I've got that wrong, feel free to move the thread if you have to!