A downloadable game for Windows and macOS

The General's Gambit is an exciting card game that puts players in the role of a commander facing off against a powerful opponent. In this strategic game, players must carefully manage their limited resources of manpower, provisions, and machinery to outwit their opponent and emerge victorious.

The General's Gambit is easy to learn but difficult to master, offering a deep and engaging gameplay experience for players of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned card game veteran or a newcomer to the genre, you'll find plenty of challenge and excitement in this thrilling game of strategy and cunning.

The question is! Are you ready to make your move?


It's worth noting that the game we were working on at Astral Finish was actually created for a game jam:

War Games Jam

We wanted to challenge ourselves to create a fun and engaging game in a limited amount of time, and a game jam seemed like the perfect opportunity to do so. With a tight deadline and limited resources, we had to work quickly and efficiently to create a game that was both polished and enjoyable for players. Despite the time constraints, we were committed to creating a game that we could be proud of, and we put in a lot of effort to ensure that every aspect of the game was well-designed and thoughtfully executed. 

the team was able to achieve many positive outcomes, such as learning new skills and working together in a collaborative environment. The game's basic card game mechanics functioned well, and the team was able to complete all the assets within the given timeframe.

However, there were also some negative aspects that the team encountered while developing the game. Implementing the AI required a significant amount of time and effort. Additionally, lighting issues in the game room detracted from the overall experience. Lastly, due to time constraints, the team was unable to implement some of the game mechanics they had planned.

Overall, the game jam experience was challenging but rewarding, and we were proud of what we were able to achieve in such a short amount of time.

entering the main menu with a unique camera movement can enhance the player's experience and set the tone for the game. Once the player has entered the main menu, they should be presented with several options. The most essential option is the "play" button, which allows the player to start the game. However, it's also important to provide additional options, such as "settings" and "quit." These options allow the player to customize their experience by changing the game's audio and graphics. They also provide an easy way to exit the game when the player is finished.

The game is designed to end when the player uses up all their resources, it can add a sense of urgency and consequence to the gameplay. The pressure of losing the game and having it close can make the player more invested in making the right decisions and add a sense of finality to the game. It can also encourage replay-ability, as the player may want to try again to see if they can do better and avoid running out of resources. However the implementation of resource bars for manpower, provisions, and machinery within the game was not possible within the given development timeframe.

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