Feathered Escape

Soar to freedom in Feathered Escape, a platformer where you, as a trapped bird, navigate challenging environments, overcoming obstacles and adversaries to reclaim the open skies.

Controls

  •  ⬅️ and ➡️ to move left or right.
  •  ⬆️ to execute a wall or ceiling run.
  •  ⬇️ to descend without sliding on a platform.
  •  [x] or [z] to jump.

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Moves

If you'd rather tackle the moves on your own, feel free to skip this section.

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Variable Jump Height

Control your jump height by adjusting the duration of the jump button press.

Ceiling Run

Execute a short run on the ceiling by holding the UP button. The character will cling for a brief period before descending.

Ceiling Boost

Boost your speed by initiating a ceiling run and promptly ending it with a tap on the jump button.

Ceiling Corner Boost

Speed boost by performing a ceiling run on a single block or close to the corner of one.

Wall Sling Jump

Pushing against the wall and holding the jump button will create an arc allowing you to jump over obsticles.

Wall Jump Over Obsticles

While wall running, push against the wall and hold the jump button to jump over obstacles.

Air Control

Leverage exceptional air control, allowing swift changes in direction or sudden midair stops. Make the most of it!

Hop Over Blocks

Moving will enable you to effortlessly hop over gaps.

Versions

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Version 0.3.1b Release Notes:

  • Fixed an issue where milliseconds were not formatted correctly.

Version 0.3.0b Release Notes:

  • Added completion time on the select level screen.
  • End screen now displays completion time with milliseconds (e.g., "00:00:00.000").
  • Reworked the main screen.
  • Resolved a bug that was causing menu malfunctions on Miyoo Mini.

Version 0.2.0b Release Notes:

  • Introduced the "play level" option.

Version 0.1.0b Release Notes:

  • Initial release

Updated 15 days ago
StatusReleased
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux, HTML5
Rating
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(11 total ratings)
AuthorYokoBoko
GenrePlatformer
Made withAseprite, PICO-8
Tags2D, PICO-8, Pixel Art
Average sessionA few seconds
InputsKeyboard, Xbox controller, Gamepad (any), Joystick, Wiimote, Joy-Con

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bas-escape_raspi.zip 2 MB
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bas-escape_linux.zip 760 kB
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bas-escape_osx.zip 7 MB
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bas-escape_windows.zip 999 kB
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Comments

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just under half an hour, 27/29 thingies

Very nice mechanics and game feel. Easily one of the best platformers on pico8.

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the mechanics and game feel of my platformer. Your positive feedback means a lot to me. Thanks again for playing! 🎮🍊

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Love it!

That’s fantastic to hear! Thank you so much for playing and enjoying my game.

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great game!!

I’m glad you liked it! Thank you.

It felt really fluid and exciting! Loved the difficulty and puzzles. :D