Jank Bot

Jank Bot is an early prototype android for a development project focused on creating the perfect companion for humans. The project has little funding, but has made tremendous progress on their humanoid design. By salvaging from previous models and refurbished parts they have managed to create the most sophisticated iteration of the Companion Bot android to date. At this stage in development we are ready to begin testing its capabilities in controlled environments.

As the latest prototype test subject, you will be tasked with engaging in a painting activity to assess precision, coordination and control. Paint the picture as accurately as possible and be graded on your performance. Failure to provide optimal results will lead to termination.

Overview

Jank Bot is a 3D physics simulator where players take on the role of a malfunctioning robot undergoing a series of skill-based challenges. In this exercise, you are tasked with filling in the image displayed on a canvas with the colors provided on the table. You will be judged for accuracy. The scientist will gradually become frustrated if you knock too many objects off the table or take too long.

We recommend playing Jank Bot with a controller.

Controls

This game can be played with either controller or keyboard & mouse.

- Use Mouse or Left Joystick to move the hand.
- Hold Left Click or Right Trigger to grab something. Let go to drop it.
- Hold Right Click or Left Trigger and move up/down to rotate the hand toward the canvas.
- Dip paint brush into paint cups to change color.

Credits

Adam Heinermann - Programming (Lead, Core)

Ashley Tjon-Hing - Project Management, UI Design/Art

Elizabeth Rose - Audio Design, Original Score

Eugen Mihalicka - 2D/3D Art

Matt Campbell - Game Design, Support

Raymond Li - Programming (Feature)

Robert Jacobson - Programming (Networking)

Steven Chen - Programming (UI)

Additional Assets

Cartoon lowpoly characters pack - Malicki

Painting images provided by supercoloring.com/templates

Various SFX - Tree of Audio

Made for Global Game Jam 2024.