The Vigilance of Nephthys

This is a short first-person shooter similar to The Catacomb Abyss and very loosely inspired by ancient Egyptian myth.  Developed for the I Can't Draw jam, June 2020.  I had to keep it simple due to the short time frame, but I'm fairly happy with how it turned out.

For the best experience, try the downloadable version.

The depraved sorcerer Khafenkamet has lain entombed for centuries, but his angry spirit has found its way back to his body, and he now seeks to flee from his crypt.  As Nephthys, goddess of death and guardian of the afterworld, you must enter the pyramid where Khafenkamet is buried, defeat his corrupted guardians, and return him to the grave before he escapes and wreaks havoc on the outside world.

Default Controls (can be rebound in downloadable version)

Note: mouse sensitivity may be a little high in the web version.

WASD / left stick: Move / strafe

Arrows: Move / turn

QE / mouse / right stick: turn

Left click / space / R1: standard shot (hold for autofire)

Right click / left shift / L1: super shot (hold for autofire)

How to play

There are three levels in the pyramid ending at Khafenkamet's chamber.  Find the stairs down on each level, then destroy Khafenkamet.

You will be weak when you first take physical form in the pyramid.  Consume the vital energy stored in canopic jars to restore your health.

Your standard shot has unlimited ammo.  Collect enchanted gems to power your super shot.  The super shot fires more quickly, does double damage, and cuts through enemies.  Use it sparingly.

Ankhs will open locked doors.  Crumbled walls can be destroyed with a shot, but beware of what may be waiting behind them.

Attributions

AAP-64 palette by Adigun Polack

Primitive font by Rick Mueller

Madeleina Sans font by Chequered Ink