Mastodonte

Mastodonte is an attempt to revitalize the classic genre of Shoot 'Em Ups, adding many features and more complexity by forcing the player to move across 3 dimensions. Sometimes you need to place yourself in a specific camera or at a specific depth.

Characteristics:

• Each Life is a different aircraft that can be upgraded independently.
  
• Directional shield with destructive power.
  
• Reversible cannon to shoot backwards.
  
• Aileron Roll to avoid projectiles.
  
• Original 2.5D art style.
  
  

  Context:

  The plot takes place in a not so distant future, where Ivory Coast is an imperialist superpower, and needs to deal with the insolence of other nations. You are in control of three Ivorian pilots from the Mastodonte squadron, and will need to accomplish different types of missions.
  

  MEET THE TEAM

  Cedric:

  One of the most popular poster boys of the regime, loves his superstar lifestyle, notoriously spotted in nightclubs drowning in booze and girls. His sweet talk helps him even with high-level officers. Has difficulties dealing with his narcissistic ego and recognizing other people's need.

  Marcel:

  Cold and extremely skilled pilot, but with a sarcastic humor, love bonuses and doesn't miss an opportunity for an off-the-book reward. Suspicion falls on him for using amphetamines before intense missions. Has great loyalty and admiration for his comrades, despite showing a certain tendency towards psychopathy.

  Yaya:

  Married and a family man, traits that makes him more averse to parties than his pals. With a big heart, has a passion for culinary and crossfit. Despite showing slow thinking sometimes, he ends up being one of the most questioning pilots of regime's abuses.