Interactive Fiction , Adventure , Sports
Three Jogs
Is a short but emotionally engaging narrative experience that follows a player jogging alongside their dog through changing environments. Designed and built in just 48 hours for the GMTK Game Jam 2021, the game centers around the theme of “Joined Together,” emphasizing the bond between human and pet. Players control movement using intuitive space-based mechanics, while calling their dog up or down to switch lanes and avoid obstacles like mud. The game’s minimalist style and tight controls create a smooth, immersive jogging rhythm. Audio is a standout feature, featuring a full recording of *Four Seasons* by John Harrison in November, complemented by ambient sounds from Ben Sounds and additional SFX sourced from Freesoundeffect.net. With its unique premise and heartfelt presentation, *Three Jogs* offers a memorable and moving experience for fans of narrative-driven indie games. This project proves that powerful storytelling doesn’t require complex mechanics.