Off to the Races

🏢 Ryan Nielson 📅 19 Apr 2015

🎬 Deep Vision & Technical Analysis

🌆 Atmosphere & Visual Direction

Authentic vintage visual direction representing landmark era aesthetic standards.

⚡ Action Pacing & Physics Engine

Systemic interaction and engaging pacing designed for historical immersion.

🎯 Performance & Launch Trajectory

An essential milestone preserved in masterclass gaming archival standard.

Game Overview & History

Created by Ryan Nielson and Matthew Stones for Ludum Dare 32. You can view our submission page here.

Come one, come all! Test your skill at the amazing and wonderful "Off to the Races"! It's the world's latest and greatest fairground attraction! Play by yourself and set the high score, or with your friends to see who can most quickly bring down the enemy fortress!

Gameplay Mechanics & Systems

Sprint mode (150m):

Quickly tap the keys that appear around your rat to make it move down the track. The faster you are, the quicker you will reach the end. Watch out though, the required keys you need to press will switch on you when the alarm sounds.

Release & Industry Impact

Marathon mode (1000m):

Quickly tap the keys that appear around your rat to make it move down the track. Your keys will not switch on you in this race.

Controls:

Esc - Open/close menu during game.Tap displayed keys to move rat.Music:

Ride of the Valkyries by Richard WagnerWilliam Tell Overture by Gioachino Rossini

Official 1080p Screenshots Gallery

Authentic in-game captures and visual assets (Click to view full resolution).

3 HD Captures