The Hunted

A top-down stealth shooter with dynamic environment mechanics.

Game Overview

The Hunted is a 2D top-down stealth game where players must navigate through an ever-changing environment while avoiding detection. The game features a unique "shifting walls" mechanic that keeps players on their toes as the environment subtly rearranges itself around them.

Demo Video

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Core Mechanics

🏗️ Shifting Walls System (Planned)

• Dynamic Environment: Walls and obstacles shift and rearrange when the player isn't looking
• Spatial Disorientation: Players may find themselves in familiar locations with completely different layouts
• Subtle Changes: The shifts are designed to be unnoticeable at first, creating a sense of unease and confusion

🔇 Stealth & Noise System (Planned)

• Sound-Based Detection: Every action creates noise that can alert enemies
• Noise Levels: Different actions produce varying levels of sound:
  • Walking: Low noise
  • Running: Medium noise
  • Shooting: High noise
  • Environmental interactions: Variable noise
• Enemy AI: Enemies respond to noise by investigating the source
• Strategic Gameplay: Players must balance speed with stealth

🎯 Combat System

• Top-Down Perspective: Counter-Strike 2D style view for tactical gameplay
• Weapon Mechanics:
  • Magazine-based ammunition system (8/32 rounds)
  • Realistic reload mechanics
  • Fire rate progression system
• Player States: Idle, Running, Aiming, Firing, Attacking (melee), Rolling (dodge)

Visual Style

• Perspective: Top-down 2D view similar to classic tactical shooters
• UI Design: Dark, modern interface with transparent elements
• Atmosphere: Tense, minimalist aesthetic focused on gameplay clarity

Current Features

• ✅ Complete player movement and state system
• ✅ Ammo management with magazine/reserves display
• ✅ Stamina system with roll dodging
• ✅ Modern UI with real-time updates
• ✅ Fire rate progression system
• ✅ Basic shooting mechanics with bullet spawning

Planned Features

• 🔄 Dynamic wall shifting system
• 🔊 Comprehensive noise detection mechanics
• 🤖 AI enemies with sound-based awareness
• 🗺️ Procedural level layouts
• 🎵 Dynamic audio system
• 📊 Player progression and upgrades

Technical Details

• Engine: Godot 4.x
• Language: GDScript
• Architecture: State machine-based player controller
• UI System: Signal-based real-time updates

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Note: This game is currently in development. No story elements have been implemented yet - the focus is on core gameplay mechanics and systems.