Software & Development

Hot Spot

Hot Spot is a platformer shooter created for “Shacknews Jam V: The Final Frontier,” with the theme “Before the NES/FamiCom.” Players protect nuclear bombs from incoming projectiles using power ups based on inventions from before 1983. Our work focused on selecting and balancing these power ups, including the ballpoint pen and microwave oven, so each offered a distinct gameplay benefit. We also refined the controls and retro style visuals to support responsive, challenging play.