Discontrolled

DRLBOT, the last robot to have been created, has a technical constraint. Like the rest of the BOTs, while hyper-intelligent and self-aware, all have the same design limitation: Memory.

Because of this, all the BOTs remaining have all gotten themselves stuck in corners they can no longer get out. And with their infinite power source... they will stay there forever... unless DRLBOT can help!

DRLBOT has the unique power that allows it to reverse its tracks. It’s the only robot incapable of getting stuck. Thus, all the robots still remaining in the depths are awaiting DRLBOT’s rescue!

Dive deep into the Caves, Mines and more. Unravel the secrets held in the Depths, and discover the secrets of the future... and the past.

The game is made up of 6 levels (and 2 more to come!). Each world takes place with a unique backdrop, subtly answering questions about the story of DRLBOT and the robot colony. 

Why are they here? Who built these robots? How do they survive?

Each of the 6 levels feature:

• 1 Main Path, through to the next level
• 3 Bot Rescues, all optional
• Story, secrets, and more! 🤖

There are also 8 additional puzzle levels waiting for those brave enough to complete the main storyline!

Discontrolled will be updated regularly, so please drop your feedback here or send it over to @Franchovy on Discord! 

Some of the upcoming features will be:

• Way more story & lore (this version is definitely missing some detail!)
• More accessibility options, difficulty settings
• 2 more levels (The Climb, The Light) and more puzzles.

If you're interested in doing a live playtest (and getting the latest version of the game for free!), then come say hello in Franchovy's virtual office, or book time for a playtest.

The game's engine is open-source, so anyone is free to make their own levels and mods. We will likely organize an event around this, so stay tuned!

• Franchovy: Lead Developer, Level & Story Design, Additional Pixel Art
• Scott Hsu: Music, Additional Puzzle Design, Playtesting
  
• Andres Castillo: "Discontrolled" concept, Additional Art
• Marvin Mofeed: Video Editing, Additional Marketing

  Pixel Art by Dan Mafra

Thanks to @Matheus, @Filigrani and others for the passionate playtesting!