Enzo - Chinchilla Time Traveler (2021)

Genres: Puzzle

PC	Released: 2021-06-12
Web	Released: 2021-06-12

Developers

Faerie Tavern

itch.io (https://faerie-tavern.itch.io/enzo)

Tags:
speed click map machine travel maze jam

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Description

Enzo - Chinchilla Time Traveler is a puzzle-based game where players control Enzo, a chinchilla navigating through time using a unique Time Machine Ball. The objective is to guide Enzo back to her home by solving various challenges that require manipulating time to progress through each level.

Gameplay Mechanics

Players can move Enzo forward and backward in time, allowing interaction with switches and gates to unlock new paths. Caution is necessary, as collisions with objects can cause the time machine to explode, ending the attempt. The game encourages precise timing and careful planning to complete each puzzle successfully.

Game Jam Submission

This title was originally submitted for the GMTK Game Jam 2021. The project explored the concept of self-connection through time, specifically through the perspective of a time-traveling chinchilla. It is important to note that a fully functional game mode was not completed in time for the jam; however, players can enjoy exploring the map editor and anticipating future expansions.

Map Editor

The map editor allows players to design and modify game levels. Controls include:

Left click or drag to place maze sections.
Right click to remove sections.
Use the mouse scroll wheel to zoom in and out.
Press H to reset the view to the center.
Use CTRL + Left click to place Enzo and begin Game Mode.

Game Mode Controls

In Game Mode, players have access to specific time-manipulation controls:

Press R to record a moment in time.
Press T to return to the last recorded moment.
Use + or - to increase or decrease the flow of time, and 0 to reset time to normal speed.
Press ESC to pause the game.
Press Spacebar to toggle follow mode for the camera.

Future Updates

The game is planned to receive additional content in the near future. While the current version offers a functional map editor and basic time-based puzzle mechanics, developers intend to expand the gameplay, add more fully realized game modes, and enhance the overall experience for players exploring Enzo’s time-traveling adventures.

Enzo - Chinchilla Time Traveler combines puzzle-solving with time manipulation, creating a unique gameplay experience where strategic planning and careful timing are essential to guide a small chinchilla safely through complex levels.

FAQ

Enzo - Chinchilla Time Traveler is a puzzle game where you guide Enzo using a time machine ball to solve maze-based challenges and find her way home.

The core mechanic is time travel. Players can move forward and backward in time to activate switches, unlock gates, and solve puzzles.

If you collide with obstacles, the time machine may explode, so careful movement and timing are important.

Yes, the game includes a map editor that allows players to create and modify maze layouts using simple mouse controls.

You can left-click or drag to add maze sections, right-click to delete sections, and use the mouse scroll wheel to zoom in or out.

Press CTRL and left-click to place Enzo on the map, which starts the game mode.

Press R to record a moment in time and T to return to that saved moment. This helps solve puzzles by revisiting previous states.

Yes, you can speed up or slow down time using the + and - keys, and reset it to normal speed with the 0 key.

Press the ESC key to pause the game at any time.

The game is available on PC and can also be played in a web browser.

No, the game was created for a game jam and is not fully complete, but it includes playable elements and a functional map editor.

It is a puzzle game focused on maze navigation, time manipulation, and strategic thinking.

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