Ambre

Ambre is a 2D pixel-art action-platformer developed with Godot 4. Currently in the prototype phase, the project implements core platforming mechanics (running, jumping) and a combat system against basic enemies.

Note

Originally a personal initiative to create a 2D pixel-art platformer, this project has been integrated into my 2nd-year engineering project at Polytech Dijon (2025-2026).

Table of Contents

1. Features
2. Controls
3. Installation
4. Project Architecture
5. Credits & License

Features

• Core Movement:
  • Smooth movement (Left/Right) with friction handling.
  • Jumping physics with gravity management.
• Combat System:
  • Melee Attack: Player attack animation with specific hitbox toggling logic.
  • Enemy AI: Basic slime using patrol behavior with RayCasts to detect edges and walls.
• Level Design:
  • Tilemap-based environment using a dedicated Tileset for ground and platforms.
• Game Loop:
  • Death & Respawn: The player dies upon contact with a Slime or by falling off the map, triggering an automatic respawn after a short delay.

Controls

The game supports Keyboard controls.

Action	Key
Move	← → or A D
Jump	Z or ↑
Attack	A

Installation

Note

You need Godot Engine 4 to edit or run the source code directly.

1. Download the project:
   • Download the ZIP file via the green Code button.
2. Import into Godot:
   • Open Godot 4.
   • Click "Import" and select the project.godot file in the folder.
3. Run:
   • Press Play ▶️ on the main scene.

Project Architecture

The project follows a modular structure where resources are sorted by type:

📂 assets/

Contains all raw media files organized by category:

• characters/: Spritesheets for the Player, ennemies and NPC's.
• tilesets/ & background/: Graphics used to build the levels and environments.
• decorations/ & loot/: visual elements for props and collectibles.
• ui/ & audio/: User interface assets and sound effects.

📂 scenes/

Contains the Nodes and pre-fabricated objects (.tscn). This includes the Player, Slime, World (levels).

📂 scripts/

Contains all GDScript logic (.gd). The logic is separated from the scene files to keep the code modular (e.g., player.gd, slime.gd).

Credits & License

This project was created for educational and non-profit purposes. It is not intended for commercialization.

• Code & Development: Nicolas Defour
• Engine & Technology: Developed with Godot 4. The project focuses on mastering GDScript, the Node system, and 2D physics architecture.
• Graphics Assets: Pixel Art assets retrieved for free from itch.io. All rights belong to their respective creators.