The Spectrum

ABOUT THE GAME:

The Spectrum is a personal passion project that I solo-developed while continuing to hone my skills in Game Design and Development.

I created the game's 3D assets, gameplay systems, programming, and overall implementation myself. No generative AI was used in the development of this game. Everything was designed, built, and implemented by hand.

This is the first vertical slice (Version 1) of the project, created to explore the game's core concept, mechanics, and overall gameplay experience. I spent considerable time polishing the prototype to establish a solid gameplay feel and make the experience as cohesive as possible at this stage.

A significant part of the development went into building the game's underlying systems with performance, flexibility, and future scalability in mind. The goal was not simply to create a playable prototype, but to establish a solid technical foundation that can support the game's expansion later.

For this vertical slice, I have implemented one base map and one fully explorable map. Rather than immediately building out the entire world, I wanted to first establish and validate the game's core logic, systems, and design rules before scaling the project further.

The long-term vision is for the full game to feature 7 explorable maps, each contributing to the larger world and gameplay experience.

This is only the beginning.

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LORE: 

In the kingdom of Spectronia, color is life. Every living thing draws its light from the ancient being known as COLORAMA, whose radiant essence keeps the world in harmony.

When the fallen ruler DESATURAT invades in search of that power, COLORAMA hides the seven color spectra before being struck down. Without his light, Spectronia fades into black and white.

As hope begins to disappear, the guardian, REFRACTIUS, awakens a forgotten legend...WHITUS, which is you.

You are the last hope of Spectronia.
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CORE LOOP:

Explore World >>> Find Fragment of Spectrum >>> Restore Fragment

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CONTROLS:

- Move: WASD
- Look: Mouse
- Swing Attack: LMB
- Single Jump: Spacebar x 1
- Double Jump: Spacebar x 2
- Triple Jump/Ground Smash: Spacebar x 3
- Dash Roll: C
- Special Ability (currently unavailable): Left Shift + Existing Ability
- Swap Spectrum: RMB

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