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How Old is James?
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Inspired by the idea of exploration of human consciousness.
How Old is James is a puzzle platformer featuring side-scrolling movement in a three- dimensional space. Three characters traverse levels in the shape of hollow polygonal cylinders. Levels are situated one inside another infinitely many times. Characters are abstract representations of human consciousness, utilized by the deep narrative. Told through a futuristic operating system UI, the story attempts to answer the question of what makes us human.Why do we care?In a busy day-to-day life people tend to forget the true value and meaning of their existence - its expiration date. We want to ask a profound question - what does it even mean to be human? Through a set of complex puzzles and intricate storyline, we want to take the player to the roots of their humanity and ask what is fundamentally required to constitute their existence. Is a set of memories and behaviours enough or does it require a body of flesh and meat, and if so - to what extent?Key game features
Infinity space effect
Levels are situated inside one another infinitely many times. When transitioning from one level to another, the camera can access levels within levels within levels… After all, to move forward you have to look inward.
Puzzles utilizing space
Each level consists of several segments, stacked on top of each other. Under specific circumstances, the player has the ability to separate these segments, and rotate them in order to create a new pathway configuration.
Multi-dimensional side scrolling
Character's movement is constrained to a 2D area. Once they get to a corner, their frame of reference rotates towards the next side. Combining simple movement mechanics with depth of field and rotations creates a stunning sense of space.
UI as a futuristic operating system
Because that’s how we operate. Main menu of the game is an in-game desktop operating system, set in year 2095. Deeply integrated with the story, it allows you explore the narrative in an interesting and unusual way.
Character mechanics
Three characters. Each with its own unique movement mechanics and capabilities. Play with any one of them, or combine their abilities to progress. Built with advanced custom physics to make it extra smooth and extra fun.
Co-op all the way
Game is designed to be played as local co-op or single player, from start to finish. Play how you like, when you like, with whom you like.
How Old is James is a puzzle platformer featuring side-scrolling movement in a three- dimensional space. Three characters traverse levels in the shape of hollow polygonal cylinders. Levels are situated one inside another infinitely many times. Characters are abstract representations of human consciousness, utilized by the deep narrative. Told through a futuristic operating system UI, the story attempts to answer the question of what makes us human.Why do we care?In a busy day-to-day life people tend to forget the true value and meaning of their existence - its expiration date. We want to ask a profound question - what does it even mean to be human? Through a set of complex puzzles and intricate storyline, we want to take the player to the roots of their humanity and ask what is fundamentally required to constitute their existence. Is a set of memories and behaviours enough or does it require a body of flesh and meat, and if so - to what extent?Key game features
Infinity space effect
Levels are situated inside one another infinitely many times. When transitioning from one level to another, the camera can access levels within levels within levels… After all, to move forward you have to look inward.
Puzzles utilizing space
Each level consists of several segments, stacked on top of each other. Under specific circumstances, the player has the ability to separate these segments, and rotate them in order to create a new pathway configuration.
Multi-dimensional side scrolling
Character's movement is constrained to a 2D area. Once they get to a corner, their frame of reference rotates towards the next side. Combining simple movement mechanics with depth of field and rotations creates a stunning sense of space.
UI as a futuristic operating system
Because that’s how we operate. Main menu of the game is an in-game desktop operating system, set in year 2095. Deeply integrated with the story, it allows you explore the narrative in an interesting and unusual way.
Character mechanics
Three characters. Each with its own unique movement mechanics and capabilities. Play with any one of them, or combine their abilities to progress. Built with advanced custom physics to make it extra smooth and extra fun.
Co-op all the way
Game is designed to be played as local co-op or single player, from start to finish. Play how you like, when you like, with whom you like.
Additional information
Provider
Turing Studio LtdLast Updated on
01/16/2024
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FAQ
When was this game updated?
How Old is James? is updated at 2024-01-16.
Which studio developed this game?
The provider of How Old is James? is Turing Studio.
Can I play How Old is James? on Android/iOS?
No.
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