Deft Machine is a unique blend of dynamic platforming and 2D physics simulation, offering a fresh gaming experience. You pilot a quirky three-axle off-road vehicle with a vertical spring mechanism, a mini turbojet, and a powerful rotating mace as its primary weapon. This compact cabin machine also boasts a limited trunk for storing weapons and supplies. Prepare for thrilling battles against enemy creatures, exhilarating destruction, precarious balancing acts on dynamic platforms, and the strategic collection of weapons and items.

The game's core mechanics revolve around a robust 2D physics engine, where nearly all dynamic elements are destructible and broken platforms regenerate. Your vehicle's health diminishes from impacts, falls, and collisions. Fuel consumption is tied to most actions (excluding trunk use), and the vehicle's performance – wheel torque, jump force, turbo thrust, and gunfire – is time-dependent. Master temporal abilities, both positive and negative, to gain an edge. Quickly restore health, fuel, time, and switch weapons on the fly. Skillful vehicle control and platforming prowess are essential for success. Even getting objects stuck in your wheels is manageable – simply deploy the mace!

Choose your adventure with two distinct game modes:

Campaign Mode

Embark on a challenging journey to a distant, unnamed planet. Complete a series of tests designed to evaluate your vehicle's stability and your driving skills. Smash boxes, find keys to unlock exit doors, and navigate each level to progress. Strategic thinking and skillful maneuvering are crucial for success. This mode is recommended for experienced players.

Campaign Features:

• Gold-based transactions: Pay gold to play levels and earn gold as rewards.
• In-game store: Purchase weapons and supplies (health, fuel, time, boosts).
• Sell items: Sell surplus weapons and items from your trunk.
• "Catch Gold" mini-game: Earn additional gold.
• Risk of running out of gold: New campaigns must be started if you deplete your gold.
• Randomness and luck are factors.
• Automatic saving (no manual save/load).

(P.S. This campaign is designed to be a challenging experience reminiscent of classic games.)

Sandbox Mode

Unleash your creativity and experiment freely! Spawn game objects from the in-game factory (bottom screen button) at virtually any point on the map. Construct structures, deploy enemies, grab weapons, and engage in dynamic battles. The possibilities are endless!

Sandbox Features:

• Object spawning: Select an object from the factory and spawn it on the screen.
• "OverSpawn" option: Spawn objects within static ground (may cause unusual behavior).
• Faction selection: Choose enemy factions by selecting colors in the factory.
• Camera controls: Pan, zoom in/out.
• Camera following: Toggle camera following the machine (button "F").
• Factory toggle: Disable factory abilities (button "P").
• Factory window manipulation: Move, resize, and adjust opacity.

Deft Machine offers a unique and challenging 2D platformer experience, combining unconventional game mechanics with a responsive physics engine. Prepare for a memorable gaming adventure!

Enjoy the game!

What's New in Version 1.2.6

Last updated on Aug 3, 2024. Bug fixes implemented.