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Scale the Depths: A Deep-Sea Fishing and Scaling Adventure

Dive into a brilliantly clever and engaging adventure with Scale the Depths, a unique game created for the 2024 GMTK Game Jam. In this charming title, you play as a dedicated robot built for a very specific purpose: to feed hungry aquatic "customers"! The game's genius lies in its title, as you must first Scale the Depths with your trusty fishing rod to catch fish, and then Scale the Depths again, but in the culinary sense of scaling your catch. This satisfying loop of fishing, prepping, and managing makes Scale the Depths a wonderfully inventive experience.

Unique Features of Scale the Depths

The central feature of Scale the Depths is its witty wordplay, which is fully integrated into the gameplay. The game cleverly combines multiple genres: the arcade action of fishing by ramming your hook into sea creatures, the precision mini-game of scaling the fish, and the simulation aspect of feeding customers to earn money for upgrades. This multi-faceted design makes Scale the Depths feel rich and rewarding. Playing as a dutiful robot serving odd aquatic clients adds a layer of quirky charm to the entire adventure. The ultimate goal is to master both forms of "scaling" to finally Scale the Depths!

Gameplay: How to Master the Craft in Scale the Depths

The gameplay in Scale the Depths is a satisfying cycle of tasks, with simple controls that are easy to learn.

Controls:

• A / D Keys: Move your robot and the fishing hook left and right.
• E Key: Interact with stations.
• Mouse: Used for everything else, including navigating menus and the shop.

How to Play:

• Begin on the far left and interact with the fishing station. The fishing line will automatically descend. Use the A and D keys to steer the hook, ramming into a fish multiple times to catch it.
• Take your catch to the Scaling station. Here, you'll engage in a mini-game to properly scale the fish before it can be served.
• With your fish cleaned and prepped, deliver it to the hungry customer on the right. Once they are fully satiated, they will pay you for your excellent service in Scale the Depths.
• Use your earnings to access the shop via the button in the top right corner. You can purchase crucial upgrades for your knife, fishing line, and hook to improve your efficiency.
• Repeat this loop of fishing, scaling, feeding, and upgrading until you truly Scale the Depths!

Category: Simulation, Arcade, Management, Skill Tags: Fishing, Game Jam, GMTK, Robot, Pixel Art, Upgrades, Mini-Game

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