Everywhere

Everywhere is a short horror game created during the 2023 Global Game Jam under the theme "Roots."

We had a three-day timeframe to develop a project centered around this theme.

Our choice was to design a concise horror experience where roots pursue the player within a confined tunnel.

Periodically, the tunnel would expand into larger spaces, allowing the player moments to catch their breath or compelling them to make crucial survival decisions.

We implemented fake tunnels adorned with roots to confound the player. Escaping and retracing steps become necessary to locate the correct path.

An additional threat lurks in the tunnels, posing the risk of capture. Players must actively avoid this adversary to enhance their chances of reaching the exit.

Regarding gameplay, the player y can activate specific lights at designated locations, safe zones where attacks are improbable. Quick Time Events (QTEs) require players to rapidly press a button when ensnared by roots, intensifying the tension during immobilization. Additionally, the player can crouch to navigate certain tunnels, albeit at a slower pace.

For the game's ambiance, we employed a black-and-white aesthetic to exploit light contrasts, intensifying the sense of confinement within the narrow tunnel. Sound effects and music contribute to the overall oppressive atmosphere.

Due to the constraints of the Game Jam, we fell short of realizing all our intended features. While generally content with the game, there are some balance issues that heighten the difficulty toward the conclusion, particularly in avoiding the enemy as we couldn't design a really deep and complex AI in this short given timeframe.