Don't Die To Ghosts
A 2022 js13kGames entry by Cliff Earl — under 13KB of pure craft.
Browser game
Opens at js13kGames
About Don't Die To Ghosts
Don't Die To Ghosts is a arcade game by Cliff Earl, submitted to the js13kGames 2022 competition. Like every js13k entry, it was built from scratch in under 13 kilobytes — code, art, audio and all — which is an extraordinary constraint that forces clever, focused design. It was recognised in the 2022 competition.
This entry is part of our catalogue because it represents the spirit of the size-limited game jam: complete, playable experiences distilled to their essence. Play it on the official js13k showcase to see what fits in 13KB.
How to Play
Most js13kGames entries use keyboard or mouse controls. Click through to the official js13kGames page for Don't Die To Ghosts to see the in-game instructions, as controls vary per entry.
Generally: arrow keys or WASD for movement, mouse for point-and-click titles, and space for primary actions. Many entries display their controls on a title screen.
Key Features
- Built in under 13 kilobytes (code, art, audio)
- Submitted to js13kGames 2022
- Author: Cliff Earl
- Competition-recognised entry
Source & Licence
- Author / Project
- js13kGames
- Licence
- source-available
- Released
- 2022
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