I understand, there is absolutely no part of you that wants to relive the terrible year that we just lived. But I beg you to make an exception for Game 2020, a free web-based side scroller that offers a joyful look at last year’s events. It’s well-designed, creative and – dare I say – even funny in some places, and it’s worth the 10 minutes or more it takes to complete.
Game 2020 is the work of Max Garkavyy, who developed it alone over six months. Each level takes the form of a major event or trend from last year, from the early toilet paper race to the U.S. presidential race. There’s even a brief TikTok dance interlude.
The whole experience is complemented by fantastic pixel art graphics and great musical choices. Check out some more images below, or better yet, try it yourself.
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Screenshot: Game 2020
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Screenshot: Game 2020
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Screenshot: Game 2020