[SMALL] Caramel Action Micro

Description

Is a fast-paced, arcade-style run-and-gun inspired by classics like *Elevator Action* and *Rolling Bird*. The game features 7 distinct stages and 2 unique loops, with the first loop fully playable and the second offering a challenging but rewarding experience. Collect golden items to unlock staircases leading to new floors, while avoiding death at all costs. Players navigate using arrow keys and interact via z/x/enter for menus, with fullscreen mode available through alt + enter. Movement, shooting, grenade throws, and bomb usage are core mechanics, though grenades and bombs are limited. Extra points come from speed runs, multikills, and destroying golden blocks. As time passes in a room, enemies become more valuable, and later stages ramp up in difficulty. Ghosts begin to appear after killing enemies, chasing players from the opposite side of the screen. Exits are positioned across from your location, encouraging strategic planning. Starting positions are randomly chosen from six spots. Developed over two weeks in.