Xycore
A 2019 js13kGames entry by Daniel Lawrence — under 13KB of pure craft.
This game is reviewed here and played at its source.
Hosted by js13kGames
About Xycore
Js13k 2019 Desktop Category entry Xycore is a 'throwback' to some old favorites, taking inspiration from Hero Core and Metroid to bring you a simple adventure on an unknown planet - take on the four bosses and destroy the reactor core! + Arrow Keys - Movement + Gamepad Supported! + You can reload to your last checkpoint by refreshing the page at any point + There are several upgrades hidden throughout the world - find them to make the game a bit easier Thank you for playing!
Xycore was submitted to the js13kGames 2019 competition by Daniel Lawrence. It earned competition recognition. Like every js13k entry, the entire game — code, art, and audio — fits in 13 kilobytes, a constraint that rewards focused, clever design over bulk. Build System/Code Organization Instead, I opted for writing my game in a single file (Heavily utilizing bookmarks), and running it through Google's Closure Compiler.
How to Play
+ Arrow Keys - Movement + Gamepad Supported! The exact compilation commands are in `compress.bat`.
For full controls and strategy tips, open the game via the source link below — the in-game title screen displays any additional bindings. As a js13k entry, expect a focused single-mechanic experience with a clear objective.
Key Features
- ▸ Built in under 13 kilobytes (code, art, audio)
- ▸ Submitted to js13kGames 2019
- ▸ Author: Daniel Lawrence
- ▸ Competition-recognised entry
Xycore — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xycore free to play?
Yes. Xycore is a free browser game — no download or installation required. Click the play link to open it at the source site.
Where can I play Xycore?
You can play Xycore on js13kGames. ArcadeBloom links out to the original source — we review the game but do not host it.
What kind of game is Xycore?
Xycore is a arcade game. A 2019 js13kGames entry by Daniel Lawrence — under 13KB of pure craft.
Source & Licence
- Author / Project
- js13kGames
- Licence
- source-available
- Released
- 2019
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