A downloadable game

Step into the pixelated world of Color Cannon Co-op, a retro-co-op experience that combines the intensity of Pong with a hot potato twist! Built from scratch for an actual old PlayStation 1, this game kinda pushes the limits of its era with innovative gameplay.

Engage in a battle against a formidable turret, armed with a shield and deadly projectiles. As the turret locks onto players with its colorful projectiles, teamwork becomes essential. Coordinate with your partner to pass on the projectile to your teammate or - if the timing is right - reflect it back at the turret to destroy it.

But beware, every time you pass on the projectile it increases in speed, testing your reflexes and coordination. Press the corresponding colored key to reflect the projectile accurately. Make a wrong move, and you'll get hit!

When the projectile matches the shield's color, seize the opportunity to strike back! Hold down the shoulder button of your controller and press the corresponding key to unleash a devastating blow on the turret.

Can you and your partner overcome the challenges, time your moves, and destroy the Color Cannon Co-op?

Controls

  • Left buttons: Move
  • Right buttons: Press button matching projectile to reflect
  • R1 or L1 (shoulder buttons): Hold while reflecting to reflect towards cannon

Credits

  • Malte Pedersen
  • Frederik Omlor
  • Noah Flösser
  • Jesper Papior

Built with custom engine

This game was a test of the custom-made engine, Tundra. This engine is made specifically for making games for the original PlayStation console, and was made as part of a masters thesis in game technology.

Nordic Game Jam theme: Reflection

Download

Download
color-cannon-coop.zip 385 kB

Install instructions

Disclaimer: This game must be played on PlayStation (emulator or hardware)!

The zipped files make up a PlayStation 1 CD image.

Emulator: We recommend to use either DuckStation or PCSX Redux (tested on both). See their respective guides on how to play CD images.

Hardware: Burn the CD image onto a CD and throw it in your PlayStation (requires the PlayStation to be modchipped). Tested on a model SCPH-7502 (PAL).

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