SACRED CODE is a techno-medieval Metroidvania with a Game Boy Color aesthetic. You play as Var-Thalessa, a warrior-priestess of The Sisterhood, sent on her "First Praise" - a mission to the decaying village of K’elona. Your objective: find the traces of a missing Sister and retrieve corrupted data to The Sisterhood.

In a world where technology is a forbidden religion and software is treated as sacred liturgy, you must navigate a landscape of rusted steel and ancient faith.

Explore a non-linear world where ancient high-tech facilities have become dungeons of worship.

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[SYSTEM]: INITIALIZING BROTHERHOOD_PROTOCOL... [STATUS]: CONNECTION ESTABLISHED WITH LOCAL_NODE: K'ELONA

ALERT: Val-Vora is not responding to status pings.

OBJECTIVE: Investigate the Apex Omni Temple. Recover the logs. Execute any opposition.

YOUR CODE IS YOUR LIFE.
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Platform: PC
Art-Style: GBC like pixel-art and sound design

Input: Keyboard and Controller supported

Developed in 30 days for Metroidvania/Magical Girl Game Jam - 

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## THE TECHNO-MONASTERY THAT BUILD THIS GAME IS HELD BY:

• Myccael Rocha: Game Design, Sound Design & Team Management 
• Agnes Ignácio: Pixel Art & Art Direction.
• João Vitor: Unity Programming.
  
• Luísa Esquiller: Copywriter & Manual of Instructions Designer.

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## Core Gameplay & Mechanics

Step into the non-linear world of K'elona, where ancient magic meets rusted technology. To survive the abyss and cleanse the village, you’ll need to master your movements and your tools.

Movement & Navigation

• Move & Jump: Use the D-Pad or WASD keys to navigate the broken terrain.
• Crouch & Stealth: Press Down to crouch.
• Crouch Lock: Double-tap Down to lock into a crouch. While locked, you can still move and jump, allowing you to traverse tight spaces.

The Arsenal (J Key)

Your equipment is your lifeline. Press J to use your currently equipped item:

• The Sword: Your primary tool for physical combat against the corrupted.
• The Cloak: A techno-magical garment used for defense and protection.
• The Relic: A powerful artifact used to Bless or Stun enemies.

Interaction (K Key)

Use the K key to interact with objects and the environment of K'elona.

The Cleansing Mechanic

The Abyss does not just kill; it corrupts. Most challenges you face—whether they are objects or former villagers—have been overtaken by cursed technology.

Important: You cannot simply strike down a corrupted soul. You must use your Relic to Bless them first. Only after they have been purified can they be properly confronted or eliminated.

Feedbacks are Always welcome!