CONTENTS Background Controls Playing the Game Sword Upgrades Dash Upgrades Weapons Special Shop Apothecary Enemies The World Credits
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BACKGROUND
Drifters of this world are the collectors of forgotten knowledge, lost technologies and broken histories. You will encounter many creatures of different creeds throughout your adventures, friend and foe. Be wary of this savage land and the remaining peoples.
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BACKGROUND
Drifters of this world are the collectors of forgotten knowledge, lost technologies and broken histories. You will encounter many creatures of different creeds throughout your adventures, friend and foe. Be wary of this savage land and the remaining peoples.
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CONTROLS PS4 MOVE AIM SHOOT
KEYBOARD+ MOUSE W A S D
MOUSE
RMB
HEAL
Q
SPECIAL
C
INTERACT
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SWORD DASH SWAP WEAPON INVENTORY MENU SIT
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XBOX
LMB SPACE
1 TAb ESC
z
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CONTROLS PS4 MOVE AIM SHOOT
XBOX
KEYBOARD+ MOUSE W A S D
MOUSE
RMB
HEAL
Q
SPECIAL
C
INTERACT
E
SWORD DASH SWAP WEAPON INVENTORY MENU SIT
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LMB SPACE
1 TAb ESC
z
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PLAYING THE GAME
MOVING
EXPLORING
Use the left stick or movement keys to walk. The most basic way of getting around.
You’ll find many mysterious artifacts, gear and hidden locations as you delve deeper into the world. Legends and myths hint at their meaning—but it’s up to the Drifter to uncover their true nature.
DAShiNG
Press the dash button to clear gaps or to quickly reposition yourself in battle.
ATTACKING
Your trusty hard light sword is always by your side. Press the sword button to slash.
SHOOTING
Aim and shoot to dispatch enemies from a distance. You can recharge ammo by by using the sword.
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PLAYING THE GAME
MOVING
EXPLORING
Use the left stick or movement keys to walk. The most basic way of getting around.
You’ll find many mysterious artifacts, gear and hidden locations as you delve deeper into the world. Legends and myths hint at their meaning—but it’s up to the Drifter to uncover their true nature.
DAShiNG
Press the dash button to clear gaps or to quickly reposition yourself in battle.
ATTACKING
Your trusty hard light sword is always by your side. Press the sword button to slash.
SHOOTING
Aim and shoot to dispatch enemies from a distance. You can recharge ammo by by using the sword.
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SWORD UPGRADES
The Swordmaster will teach you new techniques, and show you how to modify your hard light sword. Come visit him once you’re ready—you might learn a new thing or two. HEAVY STRIKE
Alter the heft and weight of your hard light sword, allowing you to strike enemies with a harder, heavier swing. BULLET DEFLECT
Time your swings just right and deflect projectiles coming your way. Maybe even back at your enemies. PHANTOM STRIKE
A piercing attack perfect for dealing damage to multiple enemies and quickly repositioning yourself while in the fray.
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SWORD UPGRADES
The Swordmaster will teach you new techniques, and show you how to modify your hard light sword. Come visit him once you’re ready—you might learn a new thing or two. HEAVY STRIKE
Alter the heft and weight of your hard light sword, allowing you to strike enemies with a harder, heavier swing. BULLET DEFLECT
Time your swings just right and deflect projectiles coming your way. Maybe even back at your enemies. PHANTOM STRIKE
A piercing attack perfect for dealing damage to multiple enemies and quickly repositioning yourself while in the fray.
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DASh UPGRADES
Drop by the arena to practice your dashing. The proprietor is a seasoned pro, he’ll teach you some advanced techniques that will be nefit any drifter.
CHAIN DASH
Chain your dashes in succession and you’ll be able to travel further, faster. Just don’t mess up the rhythm. BULLET ABSORB
Absorb the enemy’s projectiles while dashing—with the added benefit of recharging some of your own ammo. DASH ATTACK
Dash at your enemies with your sword, great for knocking them out of the way and dispersing them.
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DASh UPGRADES
Drop by the arena to practice your dashing. The proprietor is a seasoned pro, he’ll teach you some advanced techniques that will be nefit any drifter.
CHAIN DASH
Chain your dashes in succession and you’ll be able to travel further, faster. Just don’t mess up the rhythm. BULLET ABSORB
Absorb the enemy’s projectiles while dashing—with the added benefit of recharging some of your own ammo. DASH ATTACK
Dash at your enemies with your sword, great for knocking them out of the way and dispersing them.
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WEAPONS
The one-stop shop for weapons maintenance and upgrading. The gunsmith knows hows to get the best out of any firearm you might find.
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PISTOL
ZELISKA
Your basic sidearm, fast and reliable.
Heavy pistol, trades speed for power.
Blunderbuss
Diamond SHotgun
A powerful weapon, great for close quarters.
Extra spread for maximum coverage.
RAILGUN
IMPACT RAILGUN
A long-range laser with excellent penetration.
Slow but devastating, with extreme range. 13
WEAPONS
The one-stop shop for weapons maintenance and upgrading. The gunsmith knows hows to get the best out of any firearm you might find.
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ZELISKA
Your basic sidearm, fast and reliable.
Heavy pistol, trades speed for power.
Blunderbuss
Diamond SHotgun
A powerful weapon, great for close quarters.
Extra spread for maximum coverage.
RAILGUN
IMPACT RAILGUN
A long-range laser with excellent penetration.
Slow but devastating, with extreme range. 13
SPECIAL SHOP
The special grenade is ideal for tackling large groups. The tech at the shop can upgrade your gear to carry more.
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PISTOL
APOTHECARY
Med kits are invaluable to a drifter, allowing you to heal anywhere. Stop by the apothecary for more carrying capacity.
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SPECIAL SHOP
The special grenade is ideal for tackling large groups. The tech at the shop can upgrade your gear to carry more.
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APOTHECARY
Med kits are invaluable to a drifter, allowing you to heal anywhere. Stop by the apothecary for more carrying capacity.
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ENEMIES Enemies
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ENEMIES Enemies
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THE WORLD 18
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THE WORLD 18
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CREDITS
HEART MACHINE
QA TESTING
Alx Preston
Sean Ward
The Research Centaur
Creator Heart Machine + Hyper Light Drifter / Art Lead / Story / Design / Team Lead / Husk of a Human
Animation / Cinematics / Design Assistance
UX+QA
Beau Blyth
Disasterpeace Music + Ambience
Design + Code / Combat / Prototype
Akash Thakkar
Teddy Dief
Lisa Brown
Design + Code / Narrative Design / Producing
Additional Level Design
Casey Hunt
Art Support / Cinematics
Sound Design
QA Lead Jay Fernandes
QA Testers Lucia Aldana Joshua Palmer Larry J. Bolden II John Micaud Design Assistance
Cosimo Galluzzi
Story + World Building / Narrative Design + Cohesion / Level Design
Additional
SPECIAL
Contributions
SUPPORT
Baths
Rob Lopatto
Kickstarter Trailer Music
Additional Art Support
Aaron Melcher
Ian Schlaepfer
Additional Code + Port Work
Additional Art Assets
Paul Veer
Jesse Balmer
Additional Animation
Additional Art Assets
Kurtis Mitchell
John Leffingwell
Additional Ambience
Additional Code
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YoYo Games Mike Dailly Peter Hall Russell Kay Mike Rennie Stuart Poole Ross Manthorp Sandy Duncan Original Game Maker by Mark Overmars
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CREDITS
HEART MACHINE
QA TESTING
Alx Preston
Sean Ward
The Research Centaur
Creator Heart Machine + Hyper Light Drifter / Art Lead / Story / Design / Team Lead / Husk of a Human
Animation / Cinematics / Design Assistance
UX+QA
Beau Blyth
Disasterpeace Music + Ambience
Design + Code / Combat / Prototype
Akash Thakkar
Teddy Dief
Lisa Brown
Design + Code / Narrative Design / Producing
Additional Level Design
Casey Hunt
Art Support / Cinematics
Sound Design
QA Lead Jay Fernandes
QA Testers Lucia Aldana Joshua Palmer Larry J. Bolden II John Micaud Design Assistance
Cosimo Galluzzi
Story + World Building / Narrative Design + Cohesion / Level Design
Additional
SPECIAL
Contributions
SUPPORT
Baths
Rob Lopatto
Kickstarter Trailer Music
Additional Art Support
Aaron Melcher
Ian Schlaepfer
Additional Code + Port Work
Additional Art Assets
Paul Veer
Jesse Balmer
Additional Animation
Additional Art Assets
Kurtis Mitchell
John Leffingwell
Additional Ambience
Additional Code
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YoYo Games Mike Dailly Peter Hall Russell Kay Mike Rennie Stuart Poole Ross Manthorp Sandy Duncan Original Game Maker by Mark Overmars
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