Deft Machine

[ttpp]Combination of dynamic platformer game and 2D physics machine simulator[yyxx]

[ttpp]You take the wheel of a quirky, off-road vehicle with a compact cabin, designed for maximum chaos and precision. This unique machine features a three-axle motor drive, a vertical spring mechanism for bouncy maneuvering, a compact turbo jet engine for mid-air bursts, and a heavy rotating mace as its primary weapon. A small trunk with limited slots lets you carry essential weapons and supplies—every choice matters.[yyxx]

[ttpp]Take full control of this agile machine and dive into intense action: battle strange enemy creatures, demolish obstacles, balance on moving platforms, and grab weapons and power-ups mid-flight. Every movement, collision, and explosion is driven by realistic 2D physics, making each run feel dynamic and responsive.[yyxx]

[ttpp]✔ Game mechanics are deeply integrated with a robust 2D physics engine—interactions feel natural and unpredictable.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Nearly all dynamic objects are destructible (platforms regenerate after destruction).[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Vehicle health decreases from impacts, high falls, crushing, or object overlap.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ All actions (except trunk management) consume fuel—plan your moves wisely.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Wheel torque, jump strength, turbo thrust, and gunfire are time-based for realistic control.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Gain temporary positive or negative status effects during gameplay.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Restore health, refuel, switch weapons, and reset time instantly during action.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Mastering the vehicle and surviving dynamic platforms requires real skill and timing.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Objects stuck in wheels? That’s a “controllable bug”—just swing the mace to clear them.[yyxx]

[ttpp]Two Game Modes for Different Experiences[yyxx]

[ttpp]1. CAMPAIGN[yyxx]
[ttpp]You’re dispatched to a remote, unnamed planet to test the vehicle’s durability and your skills as a driver. Your mission: break crates, locate keys, collect them, and find the hidden exit door to advance. Each level is a puzzle wrapped in chaos—use your machine’s agility and your wits to succeed.[yyxx]
[ttpp]Recommended for experienced players seeking a challenge.[yyxx]

[ttpp]Campaign Features:[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Gameplay revolves around in-game gold transactions.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Pay gold to start a level; earn gold upon completion.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Purchase weapons, health, fuel, time boosts, and supplies from the store before each run.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Sell unused weapons and items from your trunk to earn extra gold.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Earn additional gold through the "Catch Gold" mini-game.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Risk running out of gold with no way to recover—start a new campaign if you do.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Some randomness involved—luck can play a role in your progress.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Progress is saved automatically—no manual save/load options.[yyxx]
[ttpp](P.S. This campaign is designed to be tough—think classic "old-school" difficulty.)[yyxx]

[ttpp]2. SANDBOX[yyxx]
[ttpp]Unleash your creativity. Spawn any factory-available object (via the button at the bottom of the screen) anywhere on the map. Build structures, add enemies, grab weapons, and start the fight—your playground, your rules.[yyxx]

[ttpp]Sandbox Features:[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Open the factory, select an object, tap the screen to spawn it.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Enable "OverSpawn" in Options to place objects even inside solid ground (may cause rare non-physical behavior).[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Choose enemy factions by selecting color in the factory menu.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Pan, zoom in/out for full map control.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Toggle button "F" to enable/disable camera follow.[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Disable factory functions by turning off button "P".[yyxx]
[ttpp]✔ Customize the factory window: move, resize, adjust opacity.[yyxx]

[ttpp]Deft Machine delivers a one-of-a-kind 2D platforming experience, blending unconventional mechanics with advanced physics simulation to create something fresh, challenging, and fun. Whether you're battling through the punishing campaign or building mayhem in sandbox mode, every moment is yours to control.[yyxx]

[ttpp]Enjoy my game![yyxx]

[ttpp]### What's New in Version 1.2.6[yyxx]
[ttpp]Last updated: Aug 3, 2024[yyxx]
[ttpp]• Bugs fixed[yyxx]