Moon Rescue

A retro-inspired game for the Usagi game jam 2026

Graphics and code by Max Mustermann

Code, graphics, levels and music by Sanjo Ride

Controls: WAD or controller to move 

SPACE or controller X to extend the rescue rope 

ENTER or ESC for settings/pause 

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Inspired by old 8-bit and arcade classics like Jupiter lander and Choplifter.

I tried to adhere to the constraints of the game engine to capture that classic retro feel and mood.

Use your lander to rescue the moon-men. you can lower your rope to pick them up with space or X on controller and then deliver them to safety on the green landing pad. 

Keep an eye on your fuel though, if it runs low you will need to return to the landing pad to fuel up, otherwise your lander will stop responding and crash. 

Be sure to stay in range too, for if you leave the screen you will lose control of the lander and it will crash!

Have fun pilots!

(Extra thanks to the RicoCheddar crew for the outline text code and to Zeafiyr for playtesting)