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Site: builtinadaygames.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/builtinadayKB
Download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0EfUy7Nwg59R0JwTU5sTkg0WE0/view?usp=sharing

"Speaking In Guns" is the first project by Built In A Day.  The game features levels set in the three types of '2D shooter' games: top, side and twin-stick.  The project is based around the twin-stick control style, but applies this style to all level types.

There are a few ways to play:

The single player section has top, side and twin-stick modes.  Each mode includes three levels, plus mini-boss and final boss fights.  There's also an 'Air Hockey' mode where you can square off against AI opponents.

The multiplayer section includes a Coop mode where you can tackle the single-player levels with a second ship.  Co-Pilot mode features one ship, with players taking on Pilot/Gunner roles.  Air Hockey let's you face-off 1-on-1 against a friend.

The demo has a very light narrative element.  The menu screens are presented like they are on a web browser and the mission select is intended to resemble shopping on a black market site.  The player is meant to feel like a space pirate that is looking for jobs on a 'dark web' forum.

Give the demo a try and send along any feedback.  Whether it's good, bad or indifferent, your feedback will help determine if this concept is worth exploring.

The site has a "Read Me" page that explains the current design choices and outlines some ideas for future versions.

But here are some "Basic Playtest Questions" for you anyways:

Which mode is most fun: top, side, twin-stick?  All of them will be included in any final version, but which needs the most work?

Is player/enemy movement too fast or too slow?

Is there weapon types you'd like to see for the player?

Are there weapon and behavior types you'd like to see for the enemy?

Are weapons under- or over-powered?

Thanks for checking this out.

Much love,
Kevin Beissel