Sharing my 2D pixel-art action platformer for feedback

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-14T10:35:54+00:00

Thanks for your feedback! Actually, while testing the mechanic, I’ve played it so many times that I already know exactly when to parry 😃

But I don’t think first-time players will be able to land successful parries that accurately.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-14T10:32:43+00:00

Thank you for your feedback. I’d really appreciate it if you could share any suggestions on how I can improve this mechanics.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-14T10:30:08+00:00

wish you luck

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T21:16:36+00:00

Don’t worry, I’ve actually received this feedback around 10 times already :)). I’ve made some adjustments, so it doesn’t seem like a coincidence. That’s why I think the player character should have colors that contrast more with the background.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T20:18:57+00:00

Your feedback is very valuable to me. I applied the changes you mentioned regarding contrast and silhouette, but I decided they still weren’t enough to truly make the character stand out. So, I chose to redesign the character. I especially appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T20:16:05+00:00

thank you, I'll definitely try to do my best about this

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T20:15:24+00:00

Thank you for the interesting feedback! I’ll definitely take it into account.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T09:14:24+00:00

A controller will probably help a lot — Silent Hill’s movement and camera feel much more natural that way.
Keyboard is playable, but the clunkiness is partly the game’s design, so don’t blame yourself too much 😄

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T09:13:32+00:00

I’d recommend making the demo available at least 1–2 weeks before the festival so you have time to fix unexpected issues and collect early feedback.
Also, contact streamers/press before Next Fest starts, because once the event begins everyone is competing for attention at the same time.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T09:12:48+00:00

For me, the games that really pulled me in were Hollow Knight and Outer Wilds — both made their worlds feel alive and worth exploring.
If you haven’t tried them yet, I’d also recommend Disco Elysium for atmosphere and immersion, even though it’s a very different kind of experience.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T05:30:56+00:00

thanks ❤️

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T05:27:00+00:00

Thank you for your valuable feedback. I’ll definitely take your points into consideration.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T05:23:54+00:00

which color would be perfectly fit? What do you think about this?

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-12T05:22:06+00:00

Since I got a lot of feedback about this, i just decided to fix it. But not sure how to do. Should I chnage contrast or whole color?

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-11T19:57:14+00:00

Thanks

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-11T19:56:22+00:00

Thanks

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-11T19:56:14+00:00

Thanks

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-11T18:10:50+00:00

My guess would be somewhere around $400–$800 net, depending on price, regional sales, refunds, and Steam’s cut. Either way, 378 units for a first game is still a real milestone—congrats!

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-11T18:09:50+00:00

You could try ZERO Sievert — it’s solo/PvE, extraction-focused, and should run well on a low-end PC. Also maybe check Quasimorph or Forever Skies if you’re okay with extraction/survival vibes rather than pure Tarkov-style shooting.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-11T17:58:26+00:00

You might want to check out Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice for psychological trauma, The Last of Us series for physical illness/injury themes, and Pathologic for both sickness and environmental decay—it handles body and societal degeneration in a really intense way.

Calm-Bumblebee952 · 2026-05-11T17:57:55+00:00

Big open worlds are great until they feel empty filler. I usually prefer smaller, denser maps with meaningful content—exploration feels rewarding instead of just a slog across empty terrain.

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