A downloadable prototype

IT IS THE DAWN OF THE 26TH CENTURY.

THE PLANET EARTH HAS SUCCUMBED TO UNHOLY INFECTION.

OUR SOCIETY HAS COLLAPSED.

HUMANITY IS NEAR EXTINCTION.

BUT THE MEN RESPONSIBLE WERE HANDSOMELY REWARDED.

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In time, you will discover the mystery behind civilization’s fall, and rise up against the transhumanist dystopia that took its place.

But, for now: a small taste of what's to come.

PLATFORM

Quantum Cortex is designed exclusively for PC. This helps limit the scope of the project and frees up design space to use the mouse and keyboard in unique ways. If enough people ask for a Linux version, it will be made.

ARSENAL

Abilities are used with the right mouse button. They are versatile and can be used effectively in many situations– be they exploration, travel, or combat. They cost Energy to use. The Energy pool is small, but will recharge automatically over time, or when collecting Blue Orbs. The Energy Meter is located to the right of the crosshair.

Weapons are used with the left mouse button. They are your primary source of damage. They cost Ammo to fire. Ammo will refill as you move. The faster you run, the faster your Weapon recharges, so don’t stand still during combat! This prevents the player from camping, and makes fights more dynamic. The Ammo Meter is located to the left of the crosshair. Like Energy, Ammo will refill when collecting Blue Orbs.

Finally, Passives grant a variety of miscellaneous benefits. They can be permanent buffs, or skills with a unique input. Most Passives can be used indefinitely, but others may require their own Special Resource.

Items can be found in glowing chests scattered around the game.

MOVEMENT FLOW

Basic movement is controlled using only WASD. Controls are reversed while running upside down, but return to normal while airborne. This creates a slight learning curve, but is simple to understand-- and what might normally be a boring automated section where you hold the forward button is now a miniature rhythm challenge.