Edmund continues, “That’s basically it, you just chip away at it logically, with one set goal. When asking if a certain mechanic should be implemented, you can determine which answer best supports the ‘core’ of your game. It also helps greatly when making gameplay decisions. Much like determining the theme when writing an essay, finding ‘the core’ of a game helps you stay focused during development. So if we take that down to nothing.what do we have penalty-wise? Well, the penalty is how long it takes for you to go from start to finish.It’s little stuff, but you’re chipping away at it until it becomes close to perfect.” “Frustration is created by having a penalty.what’s the penalty in Meat Boy if there’s no lives system? Well, the penalty is how much time it takes to start playing again. “How can I avoid frustration? How is frustration created in Meat Boy?” Edmund recalls asking himself. A full level editor was planned, but due to new regulations concerning user made content on consoles, only the PC and Mac versions of the game will have this feature, which will be released some time after the PC version ships. The XBLA version features an unlockable mode called "Teh Internets" which will be freely updated with new levels. There is also a replay function, showcasing failed attempts simultaneously. Clearing certain warp zones or collecting hidden bandages unlocks guest characters from indie games. In addition to these, there are hidden warp zones featuring retro styled bonus levels with three life limits. Completing a level within a certain time will earn an 'A+' grade which unlocks a harder alternate level. Levels in each chapter can be played in any order, but a certain number of levels need to be completed to access the boss stage. The game will contain about 350 levels, which are split across various chapters. Players must use sharp reflexes to guide Meat Boy to the end of each level, using his wall clinging ability, while avoiding buzzsaws, salt, and other various death bringing obstacles. The game sees players taking on the role of a small animated cube of meat named Meat Boy who must save his girlfriend, Bandage Girl, from the evil Dr.
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