A haunting exploration of memory, consequence, and the echoes of a forgotten world.

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About the Game

At What Cost: Remnants of the Past is a minimalist 2D side-scroller focused on narrative and exploration. Journey through the desolate ruins of a lost civilization as a mysterious robot, an enigmatic presence awakening to a fragmented past. Along the way, uncover logs—brief yet haunting recordings—that shed light on the world that once was and the events that led to its downfall.

Estimated Playtime: ~15-20 minutes.

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Gameplay Features

• Story-Driven Exploration: Walk, jump, and climb through eerie ruins filled with secrets to uncover.
• Fragmented Narrative: Activate logs scattered throughout the environment to reveal chilling glimpses of the past.
• Atmospheric World: Immerse yourself in a minimalist pixel-art landscape, designed to reflect the sorrow and mystery of a fallen civilization.

Controls:

• Move: A (left) / D (right)
• Jump: Space
• Logs activate automatically when approached.

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Adhering to the Theme

The theme, Remnants of the Past, is at the heart of this game. Both the setting and the story revolve around fragments of a lost civilization—its ruins, its memories, and its mistakes. The narrative invites you to piece together what remains, uncovering a truth both personal and profound.

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Why This Project Matters

As someone new to game development, this project is more than a technical challenge—it’s a way to explore themes of memory, consequence, and the cost of progress. Protagonist’s journey mirrors my own exploration of what it means to create, leave a mark, and grapple with unintended consequences.

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Credits

• Graphics: Purchased from Unknown Soldier.
• Sound Effects and Music: Free assets from jalastram at freesound .

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Integration with Neuro-sama

If this game is selected to be played on stream, I will use Neuro-sama’s API to describe in-game events to her, making the experience more interactive and immersive for viewers.

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Transparency on AI Use

I used AI sparingly in this project, mostly for brainstorming story elements and improving descriptions like this one. All the coding, implementation, and creative decisions are mine. AI was just a helper, not the driver.

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Your Thoughts Matter

Thank you for playing At What Cost: Remnants of the Past. I’d love to hear how the game resonated with you. Your feedback will help me grow as a developer and storyteller.