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Bit Brawlers

Fighting Game

A 2D fighting game we developed using GameMaker Studio 2, featuring intense battles with health bars, mana, cooldowns, special skills, a parry system, and character selection.

GAME OVERVIEW

Bit Brawlers is a passion project crafted in GameMaker Studio 2, bringing classic 2D fighting game mechanics to life. Players can choose from a roster of unique characters, each equipped with distinct special skills, mana management, and cooldown-based abilities. The game includes a dynamic parry system to reward skillful timing, alongside traditional health bars to track the heat of battle.

GAME FEATURES

  • [1]Character selection with unique fighters
  • [2]Health and mana management systems
  • [3]Special skills with cooldown mechanics
  • [4]Dynamic parry system for defensive play
  • [5]Pixel art style with fluid animations

TECHNICAL SPECS

  • >Developed entirely in GameMaker Studio 2
  • >Custom collision detection for precise hitboxes
  • >State machine for character animations and actions
  • >Game balance optimization through extensive testing
  • >Original sound effects and music

DEVELOPMENT JOURNEY

GAME DESIGN

  • >>Character design and balancing
  • >>Combat system mechanics
  • >>Level design and environmental hazards
  • >>Game feel and responsive controls

ART & AUDIO

  • >>Pixel art character sprites and animations
  • >>Background environments and parallax effects
  • >>Combat sound effects and impact feedback
  • >>Dynamic battle music with adaptive intensity
Bit Brawlers

Project Info

Year2024
Categorygame

Credits

Main Concept & ArtworkMarigold So
ProgrammerJerick Nucasa