Dead Bells

A GMTK 2025 Game Jam Submission

Awaken in a dark world with a ticking life, aiming to reach the top of a Clocktower to escape a loop. Dying sends you back to the bottom. Find hints in notes scattered throughout the world. Inspired by "Dead Cells."

Dead Bells is a 2D pixel-art action platformer developed from scratch in 4 days for the GMTK Game Jam 2025. It was created using Lua and the LÖVE2D framework.

Disclaimer: This game is an incomplete prototype developed under the time constraints of the game jam.

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Features

• Temporal Rewind Mechanic: Strategically reverse time to undo mistakes, evade attacks, or set up devastating combos.
• Dynamic Platforming: Navigate intricate levels filled with challenging jumps, climbable surfaces, and environmental puzzles.
• Engaging Combat System: Face off against a variety of distinct enemies with unique attack patterns and behaviors.
• Pixel Art Aesthetics: Immerse yourself in a charming retro-inspired pixel art world.
• Love2D Framework: Built using the lightweight and powerful Love2D engine.

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How to Play

The objective is to navigate through challenging levels, defeat enemies, and utilize your time-rewind ability to overcome obstacles and reach the top of the Clocktower.

Controls

• Move Left: A or Left Arrow
• Move Right: D or Right Arrow
• Jump: W or Up Arrow or Spacebar
• Climb: W or Up Arrow / S or Down Arrow (on climbable surfaces)
• Drop Through Platform: Double-tap S or Down Arrow
• Attack: Left Mouse Button
• Rewind Time: R

Installation & Running

To run this game, you'll need to have LÖVE2D installed on your system.

1. Download LÖVE2D: If you don't have it already, download and install the appropriate version of LÖVE2D for your operating system from love2d.org.
2. Download the Game: Download the latest version from the itch.io page or clone this repository.

   git clone https://github.com/elfoteo/GMTK-2025
   cd GMTK-2025

3. Run the Game:
   • Windows/macOS: Drag the GMTK-2025/main.lua file onto the LÖVE2D executable.
   • Linux: Open a terminal in the game's directory and run:

     love .

   • Play it online on itch.io: link

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Credits

• elfoteo - (itch.io)
• CreatedKhaotic - (itch.io)
• Klight - (itch.io)

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GMTK Game Jam 2025

This game was created as an entry for the GMTK Game Jam 2025.