A narrative platformer about a bioluminescent beetle's journey through the roots of a dying tree to save the underground world.

Deep underground, you are Kiri, a tiny bioluminescent beetle living in the cold dirt beneath the Mighty Tree. Climbing through its ancient roots toward the surface, you sense warmth above—but when you reach the top, you discover the tree is dying and the surface is dry and scorching hot.

The underground world needs this heat to survive. You must absorb the warmth and bring it back down to the new plant, reviving the world below.

• Arrow Keys / WASD: Move left and right
• Space / Up Arrow: Jump
• R: Respawn (or restart after winning)

1. Open index.html in a modern web browser
2. Climb upward through the tree roots toward the surface heat
3. Discover the dying tree and absorb its heat
4. Race back down to bring the heat to the new plant and revive the world

• Built with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
• Uses Matter.js physics engine for realistic platforming
• Designed to be easily moddable with custom assets

Yes! This game can be published to itch.io. Here's how:

1. Prepare your files: Zip all the game files (index.html, game.js, style.css)
2. Create an itch.io account at https://itch.io
3. Create a new project:
   • Go to your dashboard
   • Click "Create new project"
   • Set project type to "HTML"
   • Upload your zip file
   • Check "This file will be played in the browser"
   • Set the viewport dimensions to 800x600
4. Configure your page:
   • Add screenshots
   • Write a description
   • Set pricing (free or paid)
   • Add tags like "platformer", "narrative", "pixel-art"
5. Publish!

• The game works entirely in the browser (no server needed)
• Make sure to test the embedded version before publishing
• Consider adding a fullscreen button
• Add custom cover art and screenshots to attract players
• Use tags: platformer, story-rich, atmospheric, indie

• Custom sprite assets (replace procedural graphics)
• Sound effects and music
• Particle effects for atmosphere
• More environmental storytelling
• Additional hazards and mechanics
• Checkpoints system
• Achievements

Feel free to modify and publish this game. Credit appreciated but not required.