Quod 64kb FPS and deep dive video
5 days ago
- #retro-shooter
- #efficiency
- #demoscene
- QUOD is a downloadable game for Windows that fits into a 64 KB executable, including all textures, levels, models, animations, sounds, music, and code.
- The game is a retro shooter featuring 3 levels, 1 boss fight, 4 unique enemies, 4 weapons, and several power-ups.
- Minimum system requirements include an Intel i5 or equivalent, GTX 770 or equivalent, 8 GB RAM, and 64 KB disk space.
- Two versions are available: compressed (64 KB) and uncompressed (102 KB). The compressed version may trigger antivirus warnings.
- Players have reported issues such as difficulty running the game on Windows 10, clipping into elevator platforms, and janky movement on stairs.
- The game has been praised for its fluid gameplay, retro-modern feel, and efficient use of space, drawing comparisons to classics like Quake and Doom.
- Suggestions for improvement include adding a suicide key, more levels, and accessibility options like invert Y-axis and key remapping.
- The developer has hinted at future projects with more levels and features, possibly within a 128 KB limit.