Ludum Dare #57compo
Nested
A puzzle platformer based on recursive depth. Every nesting doll holds another... how deep can you go? Inspired by Patrick's Parabox and Cocoon.
Note: Due to an unfortunate oversight, the game is impossible to complete; go to the post-jam version if you want to complete it, but make sure to rate it based on the original version created in 48 hours.
Note: Due to an unfortunate oversight, the game is impossible to complete; go to the post-jam version if you want to complete it, but make sure to rate it based on the original version created in 48 hours.
Comments6
Helagos7 Apr 2025, 12:35
We see the inspiration but the "carrying" mechanic makes it different. And it's an original way to implement the theme. Great job !
LDJam user 3762847 Apr 2025, 19:46
@pavlov36 The matryoshkas can't open when there's a wall in the way. I realize it's not very clear, especially since you are never told that you can move the big matryoshkas. Of course I didn't really have time to playtest :sweat_smile:
gdman13 Apr 2025, 17:14
Very interesting concept, I think I've softlocked myself 2 times, for example if put grey m. at the 2-height ledge, then jump off, there is no chance to get on top of it again. Keep up good work!
Empyreans19 Apr 2025, 02:20
Insanely original entry. I think I reached the biggest recursive matryoshka in the end as I was going up and couldn't actually leave. A Schrodinger ending if you will, you both leave and never leave at the same time?
..and also I'm now eternally stuck in the wall.
Great job!
..and also I'm now eternally stuck in the wall.
Great job!
poboy24 Apr 2025, 04:42
My playthrough was just me saying "oh man that's clever" x10000 times. Concept is awesome!
I suppose the game is not finished, or for some reason green matryoshka doesn't open?