Nate: Solitary Saga

Okay, let me say something very quickly before I move on to talk about this project of mine.
When I say "Nate", I don't necessarily mean EpikNate Nate.
This Nate character I've made isn't exactly *me*, I was just getting uncreative in the name department and said "What the heck, I'll name my character after me!"
Genius, right? :roll:
So please don't say "Oh he's making a game based off of himself it's bound to suck blablabla."
Because I put time into this thing.
Now that I have that straight...

A SECOND THING FOR ME TO SAY!
This was made in Game Maker 8 Pro.
However, if you played it, you likely would have a pretty hard time telling, because everything about your typical GMK platformer - crappy collisions, lack of concept, ten-second levels - I did my best to eliminate all of that. So, this means no shifting left and right when you hit the ground, no circle for a player that moves by sliding around, and levels will definitely be a decent length.
Give me a chance. :asd:

So, you play as Nate, this dude:


You've got your typical platformer controls, which is left and right arrow keys to move, and space to jump. Hold space to jump higher, and hold Z to sprint.
Inspired the classic Crash Bandicoot, you have a spin attack, which can be used by pressing X.

After running for a little while, you'll eventually break the "mini-sound barrier" and your speed will increase greatly.

You can jump or spin to attack enemies, however, some enemies can only be spun into, or jumped on.

There will be a shop in the hub which can be used to purchase trinkets and 1-ups.

Trinkets can be bought from the store, or found in levels.
When equipped, they will provide neat perks to assist you in your adventure.
For example, the Startle Charm, found in level 1-1 (Green Genesis), has a 1 out of 20 chance to instead heal you when damaged by an enemy.
The trinkets found in levels are for the most part superior to the trinkets bought in the shop, but it all depends on what kind of perks you want.
Only one trinket can be equipped at a time. I'm trying to get two to work at the moment.

Gems:
Acts like your typical platformer currency. Used to buy things from the shop.

Treasure Chests:
Treasure chests can be found in secret areas. They can contain a bunch of gems, 1-ups, and even rare trinkets!

Springs:
Bounces you around. Use them to reach high areas and make it over gaps.

Boost Panels:
Blasts you forward in a particular direction at high speeds.

Everkeys:
One of the game's main collectibles. One per level. May do something at the end of the game, HINT HINT!

Potions:
! LIKELY TO BE REMOVED !
Spinning into a potion will give you a temporary stat boost or perk, whether it be speed, antigravity, or helicopter hop.

Heart:
A rotating heart. Walking into it restores 1 HP.

Checkpoint:
A pretty spinning star. Jumping into it will destroy it, and you will respawn there the next time you die.


... and much more!

Startle Charm:
Effect: 1/20 chance of healing instead of taking damage when struck by an enemy
Found: 1-1, Green Genesis

Cosmic Crystal:
Effect: When struck by an enemy, 3 cosmic shots will appear and strike the area around the player, killing nearby enemies
Found: TBA

Diamond Ring:
Effect: Has a 1/6 chance to double the amount a gem is worth
Found: TBA

... keep in mind these are the only trinkets currently implemented, there will be MANY more in the final version!

You'll have to play the game to find out. As the title suggests, it'll probably involve elements and chaos.
However, a few pieces of info about the plot:
- the main character, Nate, actually has no significance in the plot itself, aside from trying to stop it
- there will be an annoying guide character, inspired by Starlow from Mario and Luigi RPG
- I made one of the villains up when I was six

Title Screen:

The current hub room, will most definitely be overhauled in the final version:

First glimpse at Green Genesis:

Speeding through the first part of the level, directly after breaking the mini-sound barrier:

Watching a Spirka hop around:

Spin-attacking the enemy:

Exploring a lower path of the level:

Being completely unaware of the midair Bushbush about to pounce:

Demonstration of a spring bouncing the player across a section of the level:

On his way to steal yo heart:

Directly after landing a huuuuge spring jump:

Checking out a secret path:

Blasting off from a boost pad:

Flying out of a hole, courtesy of helpful spring:

Riding a wind current:

- boss battles
- cutscenes

... contribute to this list by suggesting stuff and thangs!