A few weeks ago gave end to gamma 256, a gaming project that challenges independent developers to create a game centered around a certain theme. This years theme was resolution, specifically, low resolution. The rules were simple:
- The game's maximum resolution may not exceed 256×256 pixels
- The game must run on Windows XP and support the Xbox 360 controller
The first game on the list is Dive, created by the Namako Team. Dive is a simple undersea action game where you play as a diver, and your goal is to swim as far underwater as you can. You are given the ability to use a sonar pulse to communicate with friendly undersea life, while trying to avoid the dangerous creatures that lurk deep within the ocean. Dive can be found here.
The second game is titled Bloody Zombies, released by Kloonigames, where your goal is to rescue your sweetheart Barbara from the clutches of nasty zombies. You do this by collecting keys, and opening the door to the next area. Your only weapon of defense: a gas powered lawnmower. Bask in the pixelated gore as you mow down zombies, and use your mower to glide through their bodily fluids. Bloody Zombies can be found here. (As of 1/27/08, the official site is down, an alternate download can be found here.)
