Escape using the monster's light
About
The Follower is a 2D puzzle horror game. You play a scientist that must evade a shining creature and escape the lab, using
the creature's light to guide your way and solve puzzles.
This was my first horror-focused game, emphasising atmosphere and tension. It was developed in 48hs for the GMTK Game Jam 2021.
The theme of the gamejam was "Joined together", and I wanted to create the feeling of relying on
a dangerous creature in order to progress.
For this project I learned about puzzle design, designed a lighting system inspired by Vlambeer's "Nuclear Throne",
and I programmed AI pathfinding for the first time. I learned many things developing this game and
it was really fun to make overall.
- Game page: Itch.io
- Released: 2021
- Engine: GameMaker 2
- Platforms: Windows
- Credits:
- Enedee: Game designer, programmer, level designer, artist
- W3IRD: Artist
- MrMeatball: Logo designer, thumbnail artist