IsleDrift

Navigate floating islands, master the dash, and don't fall into the water

About the Game

IsleDrift is a tactical top-down platformer where precision and strategy are key. Guide your character through treacherous floating islands filled with deadly water, crumbling platforms, and spike traps.

Use your powerful dash ability to traverse up to 5 tiles instantly, crossing dangerous gaps and outsmarting the environment. With grid-based movement and puzzle-like challenges, every level requires careful planning and quick reflexes.

Controls

Keyboard

WASD / Arrow Keys	Move one tile in any direction
I / K / J / L	Dash up to 5 tiles (Up / Down / Left / Right)
ESC	Pause menu

Tip: Use left hand on WASD for movement, right hand on IJKL for dashing to execute quick combos.

Gamepad

Left Stick / D-Pad	Move
Face Buttons (ABXY)	Dash in corresponding direction
Start	Pause

Gameplay Mechanics

Movement

• Grid-based movement: Precise tile-by-tile navigation
• Tactical Dash: Zoom up to 5 tiles instantly, crosses water but stops at walls
• Smart collision: Dash automatically stops before solid obstacles

Hazards & Obstacles

• Water/Lava: Instant death, respawn at last safe position
• Falling Platforms: Crumble after a short delay, respawn after a few seconds
• Moving Platforms: Follow set paths, can transport the player
• Spike Traps: Activate and deactivate in patterns, timing is crucial
• Walls: Solid barriers blocking movement

Objective

Reach the green goal zone in each level to progress. There are no time limits or lives - focus on solving each puzzle at your own pace.

Features

• Pixel-perfect retro graphics with smooth animations
• Spatial audio system for immersive sound design
• Auto-save progression system
• Instant respawns with no game overs
• Built-in timer and move counter for speedrunning
• Full gamepad support
• Rich visual feedback with particles and camera effects
• Multiple solution paths for each puzzle

Strategy Tips

• Use the dash to cross water safely - it's your best tool for traversing gaps
• Falling platforms respawn - sometimes waiting is better than rushing
• Moving platforms carry you along - time your movements carefully
• Bumping into walls during a dash will stun you briefly
• Your last safe position is automatically saved - experiment without fear

Technical Information

Engine	Godot 4.5
Resolution	1280x720
Art Style	16x16 pixel art with depth sorting
Levels	2 levels (more coming soon)
Platform	Windows, Linux, macOS, Web

Made with Godot Engine 4.5