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

Embark on an exhilarating journey with Deft Machine, where you commandeer 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 formidable rotational mace as your primary weapon. Additionally, the vehicle features a confined trunk with slots for storing extra weaponry and supplies.

Gameplay Mechanics:

• Physics-Based Interactions: The game leverages a robust 2D physics engine, allowing for dynamic interactions with almost all game objects, which are destroyable and can be recreated.
• Vehicle Durability: Your machine's "health" diminishes when it's hit, falls from great heights, or gets squeezed by objects.
• Fuel Consumption: Every action, except using the trunk, consumes fuel, adding a strategic layer to your 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 Management: You can restore health, fuel, and time, switch weapons, and more during gameplay.
• Skill-Based Control: Mastering the vehicle's control and balancing on moving platforms requires skill and precision.
• Controllable Bugs: Objects stuck in the wheels can be managed using the mace, adding a unique twist to the gameplay.

Game Modes:

1. CAMPAIGN MODE:

   Embark on a challenging journey to a distant, unnamed planet to test your vehicle's stability and your driving prowess. Your mission involves breaking boxes, collecting keys to unlock exit doors, and navigating through levels to progress. This mode is designed for experienced players and offers a nostalgic challenge reminiscent of old-school games.

   • Gold-Based Economy: Levels require gold to play, with rewards upon completion.
   • In-Game Store: Purchase weapons, health, fuel, time, and boosts before starting a level, and sell surplus items from your trunk.
   • Mini-Game: Earn gold through the "Catch Gold" mini-game.
   • Risk of Running Out: If you deplete your gold reserves without means to replenish, you'll need to start a new campaign.
   • Randomness and Luck: Some elements depend on chance, adding an extra layer of challenge.
   • Auto-Save Feature: Game progress is saved automatically, with no manual save or load options.

2. SANDBOX MODE:

   Unleash your creativity by spawning game objects from the factory across the map. Build structures, add enemies, arm yourself, and engage in battles. The sandbox mode is all about experimentation and fun.

   • Object Spawning: Use the factory to select and place objects anywhere on the map.
   • OverSpawn Feature: Enable "OverSpawn" in Options to spawn objects inside static ground, though this may occasionally lead to non-physical behavior.
   • Faction Customization: Choose colors to assign factions to enemies.
   • Camera Controls: Pan, zoom, and toggle camera follow with the "F" button.
   • Factory Management: Adjust the factory window's position, size, and opacity, and toggle its abilities with the "P" button.

Deft Machine combines the thrill of a 2D platformer with the intricacies of a physics simulator, offering a unique gaming experience that challenges and delights players.

What's New in Version 1.2.6

• Last updated on Aug 3, 2024
• Bugs fixed

Enjoy the game and explore the dynamic world of Deft Machine!