Planetary Pounce

Genre: Racing
Platforms: PC (Custom Alternate Controller)
Status: Developed & Showcased at Level Up 2025

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Overview
Planetary Pounce is a split-screen multiplayer platformer built for pure, chaotic fun and it’s not just about what’s on screen. This game introduces a custom built alternate controller that completely changes how you play. Instead of a joystick and buttons, players bounce and tilt the setup to control their character.

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Unique Controller

• Arduino-Powered with an integrated accelerometer for motion tracking.

• Custom Enclosure Box housing the electronics for durability and clean cable management.

• Velcro-secured wiring for quick setup and safety during intense gameplay.

• Two hopping exercise balls act as the main physical input devices — lean, bounce, or shift your weight to pounce in-game.

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Gameplay

• 1 Main Track designed for showcasing the game

• Three Distinct Zones around the map.

• Split-Screen Local Multiplayer for up to 2 players.​

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Core Experience
Planetary Pounce blends quick platforming, environmental awareness, and real-world movement into one unpredictable experience. Players must adapt not only to their opponents and the arena, but also to the physicality of the hopping ball controls, making each match a mix of skill, balance, and a little chaos.