Mystery Of The Scarab

Mystery of the Scarab is a two-player co-op puzzle game, set within an ancient Egyptian tomb during the Victorian era. Starring the two treasure hunters Benjamin and Carol, you enter a derelict pyramid to find the missing piece of a mythical artifact— the golden scarab. You do this in the hopes of collecting an easy bounty afterward, but divine forces from beyond ensure this will be all but simple. Are you up for this expedition?

How To Play

The controls are simple

WASD: to move around.
Space: to jump.
Shift: use your character ability.
E: to interact with the environment.
Left/right arrow keys: rotate the camera.
Tab: skip dialogue
Ctrl: look at what your partner is doing.

Hosting a game

To host a game click "host" in the main menu, select a save you want to play on, or create a new game. after that select a non-public (so no playing this at school) IP and write it down for your partner

here are some options on how to connect:

• make a hotspot from your phone or laptop and let your partner connect with this
• Use an ethernet cable and connect you and your partner via LAN, don't forget to change your windows adapter settings
• Play over the local network at home

Joining a game

To join a game click "join" in the main menu and ask your partner for the IP you have to enter. after entering the IP in the text field press the "JOIN" button.

Unique Characters

Fortunately, this heroic journey is not one you must take on alone! Both treasure hunters bring a unique set of skills that, when combined, allow you to overcome even the most difficult obstacles.

• Benjamin is the more experienced member of the duo. He boasts a remarkable level of strength, being able to move heavier objects around. He can also help Carol reach ledges that are beyond reach otherwise. His background does not only shine through in the form of brawn, however! Thanks to his past adventures, he’s developed a sense for traps and trickery that may prove fatal if unnoticed.

• Carol is the youngest of the two. While a bit less experienced than Benjamin in treasure hunting, she’s more agile. This allows her to move more swiftly and even cross gaps that would be impassable for Benjamin.

It’s up to the two of you to decide which character is better suited for the task at hand, but one thing is certain— it will require both of you to fully explore the pyramid and emerge victorious.

A Gripping Story

Mystery of the Scarab takes players on a journey full of twists and turns. The game starts with Benjamin returning to Egypt to find the second half of a golden scarab he found on a previous adventure, where he lost his partner. He meets Carol, who joins him on his quest, but things quickly take a turn when they are trapped in the pyramid by the god Seth. Together, they must face trials and overcome obstacles to escape the pyramid and claim the treasure.

Nostalgic Art Style

Mystery of the Scarab features a nostalgic pixel art style that pays homage to classic games like "The Legend of Zelda." The game's 2D environment is richly detailed and evocative of ancient Egypt, immersing players in the experience.

Captivating Sound Design

The game features a captivating sound design that keeps players on edge as they navigate through the pyramid. The soundtrack combines FM synthesizers that emulate synths and technical limitations from the 90's with sample-based sound and effects libraries. The use of orchestral instruments creates a huge, majestic yet mysterious feeling, while most of the music is based on an Oud melody, which is made using a sample-based Oud library. The combination of different sound design elements creates an immersive experience that players won't forget.

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