Player character
A vibrant green circle that represents you in the world. Moves at 3 units per frame normally, or 6 when super powered. Your avatar responds instantly to keyboard input.
Game Prototype
Experience Dynamic Heat-Based Gameplay in Lagos
Navigate a vibrant Lagos-inspired environment, activate super powers, and master the heat system in this innovative interactive prototype.
Core Game Features
Navigate through a Lagos-inspired environment where every interaction matters. Walk into red NPCs to increase your heat level, creating strategic gameplay that rewards careful movement and timing. The heat mechanic adds tension and excitement to every encounter, making each playthrough unique and challenging.
Unleash your character's full potential with the Super Power system. Activate your ability for 60 seconds of enhanced speed and performance, transforming your character from green to blazing yellow. Strategic timing is key—use your power wisely and manage the 15-second recharge period to maximize your advantage in the game.
Master the game with simple, responsive controls using Arrow Keys or WASD. Move freely across the 800x500 canvas environment, staying within boundaries while navigating around NPCs. The smooth movement system ensures precise control whether you're avoiding heat or chasing objectives in this fast-paced prototype.
Player Stories & Experiences
First-Time Player Discovery
When I first loaded Lagos Test, I was immediately drawn to the vibrant green environment and simple UI. The tutorial text was clear—move with WASD and interact with red NPCs. Within seconds, I was navigating the space, watching my heat meter climb as I bumped into civilians. The learning curve was perfect for a prototype, letting me focus on the core mechanics without overwhelming complexity.
Mastering the Super Power
The moment I activated my first Super Power was unforgettable. My character turned bright yellow, speed doubled, and suddenly I had complete control of the environment. I learned quickly that timing is everything—activate too early and you waste precious seconds, too late and you miss opportunities. The 15-second recharge feels just right, creating a rhythm of power and patience that keeps me engaged.
Strategic Heat Management
After several playthroughs, I've developed strategies around the heat system. Each NPC collision adds to my heat level, and I've learned to use the environment to my advantage. Sometimes I deliberately increase heat to test my limits, other times I carefully navigate to minimize contact. The way NPCs push away after collision adds a physics element that makes every interaction feel dynamic and responsive.
Game Screenshots
How it works
Three steps to master the heat
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Move and explore
Use arrow keys or WASD to navigate the Lagos-inspired environment. Your green character responds instantly to every command.
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Build heat strategically
Walk into red NPCs to increase your heat meter. Each collision pushes them away and raises the stakes of your next move.
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Activate your super power
Hit the button to go yellow and double your speed for 60 seconds. Time it right, then wait 15 seconds to recharge and do it again.
Game Mechanics
Built for dynamic interaction
Every system works together to create engaging moment-to-moment gameplay
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Responsive movement
Smooth keyboard controls let you navigate with precision. Arrow keys or WASD give you full directional control, with boundary detection keeping you safely in the play area.
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Heat collision system
Every NPC interaction matters. Collisions trigger heat accumulation and physics-based pushback, creating a living world that responds to your presence in real time.
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Super power activation
Transform into a speed demon with the press of a button. Your character glows yellow, doubles in speed, and dominates the field for a full minute before entering recharge mode.
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Real-time UI feedback
Track your heat level, super power status, and recharge timer at a glance. The overlay UI keeps you informed without cluttering the gameplay canvas.
ANALYTICS
Weekly active teams
Game Elements
What makes Lagos Test unique
Explore the core systems that power this prototype
NPC civilians
Five red circles scattered across the map. Each one increases your heat on contact and gets pushed away by collision physics. They create dynamic obstacles and strategic choices.
Heat meter
Tracks every collision with NPCs. The counter climbs with each interaction, creating a visible record of your engagement with the world. No upper limit—just pure accumulation.
Super power mode
Transforms you into a yellow speed demon for 60 seconds. Double speed, visual transformation, and total dominance. Then a 15-second recharge before you can activate again.
Lagos environment
An 800×500 canvas with a deep green background inspired by Lagos. The color palette and spatial design create an atmosphere that's both familiar and game-ready.
Control scheme
Arrow keys or WASD for movement. One button for super power activation. Simple, accessible, and instantly familiar to any player who's touched a keyboard.
What Players Say
The heat mechanic adds real tension to every encounter. You have to decide whether to engage or avoid NPCs, and that choice matters. Super power activation feels incredibly rewarding when you time it right.
I love how the Lagos-inspired environment creates this vibrant backdrop for the gameplay. The movement controls are smooth and responsive, making it easy to navigate through crowds of NPCs.
The super power system is brilliant. That one-minute window where you're faster and glowing yellow makes you feel unstoppable. The recharge time keeps it balanced and strategic.
Ready to Experience the Heat?
Jump into the Lagos Test prototype and discover a unique gameplay experience where every move matters. Navigate the vibrant streets, manage your heat level, and unleash powerful abilities when the moment is right. Whether you're testing the mechanics or exploring the dynamic environment, there's always something new to discover. Start playing now and see how long you can survive in this fast-paced world.