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CONTROLS: - Desktop: - Left Arrow / A Key: Move player character left - Right Arrow / D Key: Move player character right - Up Arrow / W Key / SPACE Key: Jump - Down Arrow / S Key: Crouch / Slide down walls - P Key: Pause game (if available) - ESC Key: Return to menu (if available) - Mobile/Tablet: - On-screen Left/Right Buttons: Move player character left/right - On-screen Jump Button: Jump - On-screen Crouch Button: Crouch / Slide down walls BASIC MECHANICS: 1. Character Movement: - Left and right movement controls horizontal movement - Movement is physics-based with acceleration and momentum - Character can run and walk at different speeds - Movement continues briefly after releasing keys (momentum) 2. Jumping System: - Jump activation by pressing Up Arrow, W, or Space - Jump height may vary based on how long the button is held - Air control allows limited movement direction changes while jumping - Multiple jumps or wall jumps may be available on some surfaces - Landing mechanics affect movement and allow for precise positioning 3. Wall Sliding: - Hold Down Arrow/S while touching a wall to slide down - Wall sliding prevents falling too fast and allows controlled descent - Can jump off walls while sliding for wall jumps - Useful for navigating vertical sections safely 4. Hazard Interactions: - Spikes: Instant death on contact - avoid touching them - Lasers: Electrical hazards that kill on contact - Falling blocks: Blocks that collapse when stepped on or touched - Explosive blocks: Blocks that detonate when touched or shot - Ice blocks: Slippery surfaces that affect movement and jumping - Glass blocks: Fragile blocks that break on contact 5. Interactive Elements: - Checkpoints: Touch to save progress - respawn here if you die - Finish Portals: Reach these to complete the level - Stars: Collectible items hidden throughout levels - Keys: Items that unlock doors or gates - Timed Keys: Keys that must be collected before they disappear - Light Switches: Activate to change lighting or reveal paths 6. Special Movement Tools: - Ziplines: Grab and ride along cables to cross gaps - Poles: Swing around poles to gain momentum or change direction - Cannons: Enter cannons to be launched across long distances - Wind Blasters: Fans that push the player in specific directions - Breathe Blasters: Air jets that affect player movement - Swimming Pools: Water sections that affect movement speed and jump ability 7. Block Types: - Basic Blocks: Standard platforms you can stand on - Bounce Blocks: Spring platforms that launch you upward - Speed Blocks: Blocks that increase movement speed - Push Blocks: Blocks that can be pushed or moved - Lock Blocks: Blocks that require keys to pass through - Horizontal/Vertical Blocks: Moving platforms in specific directions - Invisible Blocks: Hidden platforms that appear when touched 8. Level Progression: - Acts: Multiple major sections, each containing multiple levels - Standard Acts: Main story progression levels - Challenge Acts: Optional difficult levels for skilled players - Level Selection: Choose from unlocked acts and levels - Completion: Finish a level to unlock the next one 9. Checkpoint System: - Checkpoints save your position when touched - Death respawns you at the last checkpoint reached - Multiple checkpoints per level allow for safer progression - Strategic checkpoint placement affects difficulty - Timer may reset when respawning at checkpoints 10. Timer and Ranking: - Each level tracks completion time - Faster completion earns better ranks - Timer displays during gameplay - Best times may be saved and displayed - Time-based achievements or leaderboards possible 11. Achievement System: - Achievements unlock for various accomplishments - Complete levels, collect stars, achieve time goals - Trophy icons and achievement notifications - Progress tracking for completion percentage 12. Death and Respawn: - Instant death on contact with hazards (spikes, lasers, etc.) - Death animation and sound effects - Automatic respawn at last checkpoint - No lives system - infinite retries from checkpoints - Timer may reset on respawn depending on settings 13. Visual Style: - Stick figure character design - Minimalist art style with clear visibility - Color-coded blocks and elements for easy identification - Smooth animations for character movement - Particle effects for interactions and deaths 14. Audio: - Background music for different acts/levels - Sound effects for jumps, landings, deaths - Interactive sounds for blocks, cannons, ziplines - Menu music and ambient audio - Mute option available in settings 15. Physics System: - Realistic gravity affects falling - Momentum and inertia affect movement - Collision detection for precise platforming - Wall friction affects wall sliding - Bounce mechanics for bounce blocks - Physics-based interactions with moving objects STRATEGIC TIPS: - Checkpoint Strategy: Always activate checkpoints when you reach them, even if you haven't died yet. They save progress and reduce frustration from repeated difficult sections. - Wall Sliding Mastery: Learn to use wall sliding effectively. Sliding down walls gives you better control than free-falling and allows for precise positioning. - Momentum Conservation: Maintain momentum through jumps and movements. Chaining movements together smoothly helps with speed and distance. - Spike Awareness: Always look ahead for spikes. They're instant death, so plan your path carefully and use checkpoints before attempting risky sections. - Star Collection: Stars are often hidden in difficult-to-reach locations. Explore thoroughly, but don't sacrifice progress for stars - you can always replay levels. - Block Timing: Learn the timing patterns of moving blocks and falling platforms. Many require precise timing to cross safely. - Wall Jump Technique: If wall jumps are available, practice the timing. Wall jumps can help you gain height in vertical sections or cross wide gaps. - Hazard Patterns: Study the patterns of lasers and moving hazards. Many follow predictable paths that can be navigated with practice. - Zipline Usage: Ziplines are fast but require good timing to grab. Position yourself correctly before the zipline to ensure smooth connection. - Precision Over Speed: Accuracy is more important than rushing. One well-timed jump is better than multiple failed attempts from rushing. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES: - Momentum Jumps: Use running starts to gain extra distance on jumps. The momentum from movement transfers to jump distance. - Wall Climbing: Combine wall slides with wall jumps to climb vertical sections efficiently. Time your jumps for maximum height gain. - Block Kicking: Some blocks can be kicked or destroyed. Use this to create new paths or remove obstacles. - Cannon Precision: Cannons launch you in fixed directions. Position yourself carefully before entering to ensure optimal trajectory. - Wind Manipulation: Use wind blasters strategically. They can help with long jumps or hinder movement - learn their effects. - Bounce Block Chaining: Chain multiple bounce blocks together for extreme height gains. Time your landings on each bounce block. - Invisible Block Finding: Tap jump repeatedly in areas where invisible blocks might exist. They reveal when touched. - Speed Block Boosting: Speed blocks increase movement. Use them for momentum before jumping to cross longer gaps. - Swimming Mechanics: Water affects movement and jumping differently. Adjust your timing and expectations in swimming sections. - Checkpoint Optimization: Don't activate every checkpoint if you're speed-running. Strategic checkpoint skipping can save time but increases risk. WINNING AND PROGRESSION: - Level Completion: Reach the finish portal to complete a level. The portal is usually located at the end of the level's obstacle course. - Act Progression: Complete all levels in an act to unlock the next act. Acts typically contain multiple levels with increasing difficulty. - Star Collection: Collect stars throughout levels for completion achievements. Stars may be optional but contribute to overall progress. - Time Challenges: Beat level completion times for ranks or achievements. Faster times demonstrate mastery of level routes and mechanics. - Achievement Unlocking: Complete various challenges to unlock achievements. These may include level completion, star collection, time goals, or special feats. - Mastery Goals: Aim to complete all acts, collect all stars, and achieve top times. Full completion demonstrates complete mastery of the game. - Replayability: Replay completed levels to improve times, collect missed stars, or simply enjoy the challenge again. - Progressive Difficulty: As you progress through acts, levels become increasingly difficult. Early acts teach mechanics, while later acts test mastery. - Skill Development: Each level teaches new techniques or combinations. Practice builds skills that help with subsequent challenges. - Completion Tracking: Track your progress through acts and overall game completion percentage. Aim for 100% completion of all content. Enjoy navigating the challenging obstacle courses and testing your platforming skills in this precision action game!