Diamond Hunter: Lost Civilization Adventure

Embark on an epic quest through an interconnected ancient world in "Lost Civilization Adventure," a 2D Metroidvania game that combines treasure hunting and action-packed exploration. Unravel the mysteries of a lost civilization, dodge deadly traps, acquire new abilities, and uncover hidden areas with treasures by using intuitive controls and immersing yourself into our retro-inspired art style.

Table of Contents

• Getting Started
• Prerequisites
• Installation
• Gameplay
• Controls
• Game World
• Visuals and Audio
• Built With
• Contributing
• Versioning
• Authors
• License
• Acknowledgments

Getting Started

To get started with "Diamond Hunter: Lost Civilization Adventure," clone this repository to your local machine. Follow the installation instructions to set up the development environment.

Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following installed on your system:

• Unity Game Engine (2019.4.16)
• Git for version control (optional)

Installation

1. Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/mdasfari/DiamondHunter
2. Open the project in Unity.
3. Build and run the game from the Unity editor.

Gameplay

In "Lost Civilization Adventure," players assume the role of an intrepid explorer on a quest to uncover the secrets of a long-lost civilization. The game features an interconnected world where players must navigate through ancient ruins, underground temples, and mystical forests. As players progress, they acquire new abilities and items that allow them to access previously unreachable areas. The gameplay involves platforming elements and combat against ancient guardians.

Controls

• Movement: Use the arrow keys or W, A, S, D to move the character.
• Jump: Press ‘Space’ to jump. (Double-Jump: Press Sapce again while in mid-air)
• Attack: Press 'Control' button to attack with the weapon.
• To reveal story (aka. lore on the wall), mouse-over with cursor.

Game World

The game is set in an ancient world, once home to a highly advanced civilization known for its architectural wonders and mystical artifacts. The player, an aspiring explorer, discovers an ancient map that hints at the location of this lost civilization and sets out on a quest to uncover its secrets and the reasons behind its mysterious disappearance.

Visuals and Audio

The art style of "Lost Civilization Adventure" is inspired by retro 2D platformers but with a modern twist. The visuals are vibrant and detailed, capturing the essence of an ancient civilization. The environments are designed to be immersive, with intricate ruins, lush landscapes, and mysterious temples. Character designs and animations are fluid and expressive. The game features an original soundtrack that reflects the mystery and grandeur of the ancient world.

Built With

• Unity - The game engine used.
• C# - Programming language.

Contributing

See also the list of contributors who participated in this project.

Versioning

Version 1.1 (Sept 2023)

Authors

• Mohammad Asfari - Game Designer, Level designer, Lead Programmer, and Tester
• Kathleen Jiang - Artist, Level Designer, and Tester
• Patricia Manhenda - Sound Designer, Creative member, and Tester
• Alex, Tsui Cheuk Lun - Document Control, Project Manager, and Tester

License

This project is opened licensed.

Acknowledgments

• Thanks to all the team members for their hard work and dedication.
• Special thanks to the University of London for provide us with the valuable material which make this happen.
• Special thanks to the Unity community for providing valuable resources.
• Thanks to all free resources sites.
• Hat tip to classic Metroidvania games for inspiration.