Void: Icarus is a 2D side-scrolling shooter where death is not an option. Equipped with a unique belt combining human and alien technology, Icarus uncovers a conspiracy orchestrated by the alien race known as The Cosmonauts. Set in the year 2074, 14 years after Earth's conquest, join Icarus and Daisy as they navigate The Void city and unravel its mysteries.
Gameplay
Void: Icarus offers fast-paced, side-scrolling action with simple yet engaging mechanics. Players will shoot, jump, and duck their way through levels filled with laser weapons, flying chases, and intense boss battles. The game blends pixel art with Unreal Engine 5's lighting system for a visually striking experience.
Story
In 2074, Earth is under the control of The Cosmonauts, an alien race that conquered the planet 14 years prior. Icarus, a 20-year-old recovering from an emotional crisis, teams up with his girlfriend Daisy to uncover the truth behind The Void city and the alien occupation. Their journey explores themes of self-discovery, love, and survival in a post-invasion world.
Key Features
- An original story blending love and alien conspiracy
- Original EDM/Hip-Hop soundtrack with male and female vocals
- Pixel art enhanced by Unreal Engine 5 lighting and handmade normal maps
- Simple, intuitive controls: shoot, jump, and duck
- Laser weapons and high-speed flying chases
- Multiple challenging encounters with unique bosses
- A post-alien conquest world with deep lore
- Entirely developed by a single creator (story, programming, and art)
- Discover the true meaning of The Void in this universe
