Journal Entry 3

Modifications

• Cleaned up leftover tilemap blocks in jump areas to improve movement flow and reduce visual clutter.

• Adjusted the delay logic for info posts to turn off correctly after player exits range, improving clarity.

• Updated destructible column effect so particles disappear after destruction, enhancing visual feedback and preventing clutter.

• Corrected minor tilemap inconsistencies to ensure seamless terrain and avoid unintended collision issues.

• Implemented start and end menus, providing smoother transitions and clear game boundaries.

• Fixed orientation and layout of the inverted labyrinth zone, especially around the final cave area, for more intuitive navigation.

• Expanded in-game tips and rewrote info post messages to offer better guidance and support learning through exploration.

• Replaced reusable switch with a single-use switch to maintain lighting state after activation, streamlining logic and preventing confusion.

Time Invested

• Removed tilemap blocks for jumps: <5 minutes

• Fixed turn-off delay for info posts: 5 minutes

• Made destructible column particles disappear after destruction: 15 minutes

• Filled in tilemap inconsistencies: <5 minutes

• Added menu at the start and end of the game: 1 hour

• Fixed inverted labyrinth area (especially final cave section): <5 minutes

• Added more tips and rewrote info post texts: 20 minutes

• Used single-use switch instead of reusable (for persistent light state): 30 minutes

Outcome

• These changes improve the player’s onboarding experience and reduce confusion.