Date: March 2022

Medium: Game Design

Description:  “The Ol’ Tale of Gunslinger Gus!” is an indie game I designed to immerse players in the wild west world of a sharpshooter named Gus. The game begins with Gus waking up to the shocking discovery that his prized six-shooter revolver has mysteriously vanished from its usual resting place in his chest. Determined to retrieve his beloved weapon, Gus embarks on a captivating journey through the town, encountering a colorful cast of characters along the way.

Players control Gus’s movements using simple controls: on desktop, navigate Gus by pressing the arrow keys, while on mobile devices, a swipe in the desired direction guides his path. As Gus explores the town, players interact with various NPCs, each with their own stories, quests, and clues that may lead Gus closer to recovering his lost revolver.

With its charming pixel art style and engaging storytelling, “The Ol’ Tale of Gunslinger Gus!” offers players an exciting and immersive gaming experience. Powered by Bitsy, this indie game invites players to join Gus on his quest to reclaim his trusty six-shooter.