Pass the torch (7.5 hour game jam)

This was a Game Jam game that was conceived and developed within 7.5 hours on unity 07/03/23

Prompt: "Sacrifice is required"

The game puts you into the shoes of noble adventures gone by who are sacrificing themselves for the next generation. The aim is to get to the end of the level before your torch burns out. You will need to sacrifice your current life and torch by lighting a sconce. Doing so will light the way for the next run and allow you to re-light your torch on the next attempt.

Gameplay Mechanics and tips:

• Left mouse button: Interact (Light sconce and re-light torch)
• W,A,S,D: Move
• The ghost will kill you if it gets too close.
• Not all torches need to be lit to finish a level.

Level 1 tips:

• Stick to the right-hand side of portal room to avoid the floor trap.

Level 2 tips:

• Use the stairs to lure the ghost up them and jump down to create space.
• At the start of each run overlook the maze below to identify the path ahead.
• The game will send you back to the main menu when you reach the other end of the hall.
• If the ghost kills you it resets from the centre. If you sacrifice yourself it remains on the hunt.

Team:
Level 1 Designer - Monty Martin-Weber (https://workingwizard.itch.io/)
Level 2 Designer - Elliot Hayward (https://tattooedmilk.itch.io/)
Programmer - John Pelkman (https://oxyjon.itch.io/)
Programmer - Matthew Carver (https://matthewcarver.itch.io/)

3rd Party additions:
Royalty-Free Music by MONST3R
- Baba Yaga
- The Abandoned

Synty studios - Dungeons asset pack