Deft Machine

A thrilling blend of dynamic platformer action and 2D physics-based vehicle simulation

Take command of a quirky all-terrain vehicle featuring a compact cockpit. This unique machine boasts a tri-axle motor drive, vertical spring suspension, miniature turbojet engine, and a deadly spinning mace as its primary weapon. Your vehicle includes limited cargo space with slots for arms and provisions.

Master this agile contraption to battle hostile creatures, demolish obstacles, navigate shifting platforms, and collect weapons and items.

Core gameplay features:

✔ Comprehensive 2D physics engine governing object interactions

✔ Nearly all dynamic elements are destructible (destroyed platforms regenerate)

✔ Vehicle integrity declines from impacts, high falls, crushing forces, and object collisions

✔ All control actions (except cargo access) consume fuel reserves

✔ Wheel torque, jump strength, turbo boost, and weapon fire are duration-dependent

✔ Temporary buffs and debuffs can affect your machine

✔ Real-time resource management: repair, refuel, time extension, weapon switching

✔ Demanding vehicle handling and platform balancing skills required

✔ Wheel obstructions become tactical opportunities - deploy your mace strategically

Two distinct gameplay modes available:

1. CAMPAIGN

Embark on interplanetary trials testing both vehicle durability and piloting skill. Destroy crates to discover keys, gather them to unlock exit portals, and progress through increasingly challenging levels. Combine mechanical precision with strategic thinking to succeed.

Designed for seasoned players.

Campaign characteristics:

✔ Gold-based economy system

✔ Stake gold to attempt levels, earn rewards upon completion

✔ Pre-mission armory purchases (health kits, fuel, time extensions, power-ups)

✔ Liquidate surplus inventory via the store interface

✔ Earn additional currency in the "Catch Gold" minigame

✔ Potential bankruptcy scenario requiring campaign reset

✔ Randomized elements introduce luck factor

✔ Automatic progress saving (manual saves unavailable)

(Note: This campaign delivers authentic old-school gaming challenge)

2. SANDBOX

Unleash creativity using the object factory (bottom-screen button) to place elements anywhere on the map. Construct fortifications, deploy enemies, arm yourself, and engineer unique combat scenarios. The possibilities are limitless!

Pure experimental enjoyment!

Sandbox capabilities:

✔ Factory menu access → object selection → tap placement

✔ Enable "OverSpawn" in Options for unconventional placements (may cause physics anomalies)

✔ Assign enemy faction allegiance via color selection

✔ Camera controls: pan, zoom

✔ Toggle "F" to switch camera tracking mode

✔ Disable factory access with "P" toggle

✔ Customize factory window: reposition, resize, adjust transparency

Deft Machine offers a distinctive 2D platforming challenge with unconventional mechanics, enhanced by realistic physics simulation, promising fresh gaming sensations!

Enjoy your adventure!

### What's New in Version 1.2.6

Last updated on August 3, 2024Bug fixes implemented

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