Space 8 🚀
Hey everyone! Excited to share my latest PICO-8 creation - Space Shooter 8!
This is a classic arcade-style space shooter with a twist. Dodge asteroids, blast enemies, and see how long you can survive in the depths of space! Features smooth controls, particle effects, and escalating difficulty to keep you on your toes.
Controls:
Arrow keys - Move your ship
X/C - Fire weapons
Z - Special ability (when charged)
Features:
Progressive difficulty system
Multiple enemy types
Power-ups and score multipliers
Retro-styled particle effects
High score tracking
About This Project:
I created this game as preparation for the Pioneer Valley Game Developers PICO Jam 2025!
Working within PICO-8's constraints (128x128 resolution, 16 colors, 8192 tokens) really pushed me to focus on gameplay over graphics, which resulted in a tighter, more focused experience.
Find More of My Work:
🎮 Play more games: ianskelskey.itch.io
🎨 Art & designs: ianskelskey.deviantart.com
💼 Portfolio: ianskelskey.github.io
Let me know what you think! I'm always looking for feedback to improve my games. What's your high score? 🏆
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