This game started as an experimental mash-up between Metroid and Blaster Master but has grown to be something more as I have continued to polish it. It is a large non-linear action adventure game with all original 8-bit style graphics and sound complete with a final boss and ending sequence. A state of the art dynamic lighting system gives it a very unique look. The world is absolutely massive without a single load or break in the action. Full play through time is few hours and there are many save points along the way. I used my own open sourced game engine The Frank Engine and Box2D for physics. All development tools used were free or open sourced. Music is by “No Black Magick”.

Features

Huge world with no load times and many save points.

Physics based puzzles and platform gameplay.

Over 10 enemy types, several mini bosses and a final boss battle.

Modern twist on classic NES style graphics.

Detailed in-game mapping system.

Destructible terrain.

Dynamic lighting.

Supports mouse and keyboard, Xbox 360 controller, or SNES controller.

Native support for both 16/9 and 16/10 aspect ratios and any refresh rate.

Downloading

Faster Blaster – Download the latest version here. (Requires Windows and DirectX)

If you receive a missing dll error try updating DirectX via microsoft�s site.

Controls

Movement – WASD, arrow keys, or Left Stick

Brakes & Lock Wheels – Down

Shoot – Left mouse or Right Stick

Jump – Space, Up, or Left Trigger

Missiles – Right mouse or Right Trigger (hold for homing)

Dig Gun – Middile mouse, Control, or Right Bumper

Pause & Show Full Map – Esc or Start

You can also use an xBox 360 controler or even a SNES controller!

Gameplay Tips

Your blaster automatically charges up when it is not being fired.

Your weapon system automatically accounts for trajectory and relative velocity!

There are many hidden areas with missiles, energy tanks, and new weapons.

Press Esc or Start to open up the full size map and pause the game.

The blinking red dot on the full size map is your current objective.

Hold missile button to make missiles seek enemies.

Use missiles to unlock red doors.

Hold down to throw on your brakes and hang on to ledges.

Long shot upgrades increase your weapon’s range.

Bounce shot upgrades increase how many bounces it can sustain

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