Bad Monday Simulator

Bad Monday Simulator is a game inspired by the Undertale series with the webcomic Garfield. This is a unique change with the main character Garfield in a humorous and challenging context. In this game, you play as Jon Arbuckle - Garfield's long-time owner confronts his pet. It brings the characteristics of Sans from Undertale combined with the Garfield universe to create a unique atmosphere.

Gameplay of Bad Monday Simulator

Combat System

• Attack phase: during your turn, you can attack Garfield by timing it correctly
• Defense phase: dodge attacks from Garfield including bullets and obstacles

Healing

• Jon has a reduced health bar when attacked by Garfield.
• Healing items and strategies can be used to restore health during combat.

Strategy and Timing

• To win, coming up with a specific strategy and accurate timing is extremely important
• Offer different attacks and change strategies flexibly based on each stage of the battle

Characters

Jon Arbuckle

• The player controls, has a clumsy personality and is quite unlucky
• Equipped with basic attacks and items that are beneficial in combat

Garfield

• The villain, is a combination of Sans's laziness and fighting style
• Use multiple attacks that show his love for lasagna, disinterest in Mondays, and many characteristics that symbolize a cat

Graphics & Sound

• Pixel art graphics combine the unique style of the Garfield comics
• Music and sound effects taken from Undertale and Garfield bring familiarity and novelty together

How To Play

Starting the Game

• Open the Game: Double-click the executable file to start the game.
• Main Menu: Navigate the main menu using the arrow keys or mouse. Options usually include New Game, Continue, and Options.

Basic Controls

• Arrow Keys - Move
• Enter/Space: Confirm selections in menus and interact with objects or characters.
• Escape: Pause the game or Return to the previous menu.

Entering Combat

• Initiating Battle: As Jon Arbuckle, you will face Garfield in turn-based combat. The battle begins with a humorous dialogue exchange.
• Attack Phase: Choose the Attack option from the menu.
• Timing Mechanic: Time your hits by pressing the designated key when the indicator is at its maximum power to deal more damage.
• Defense Phase:Garfield will retaliate with various attacks. You must dodge these using the arrow keys.
• Bullet-Hell Mini-Game: Avoid projectiles and obstacles that appear on the screen. Each attack pattern is unique, often referencing Garfield’s traits and habits.

Health and Healing

• Health Bar: Jon's health bar is displayed at the bottom of the screen. It decreases when hit by Garfield's attacks.
• Healing Items: Use items like lasagna (referencing Garfield’s favorite food) to heal during battle. Access these through the "Items" menu.

Strategy and Timing

• Pay close attention to Garfield’s attack patterns. They can be unpredictable and challenging, so learning them is key to survival.
• Adaptation: Adjust your strategy based on the types of attacks. For example, some attacks may require rapid movements, while others may require precise timing.

Pay Attention: Certain elements in the background or dialogue might give hints about upcoming attacks or strategies to use.

Tips and Tricks

• Practice more and more to become better player
• Replay Battles: Don’t be discouraged by initial failures. Each attempt helps you learn and improve your dodging and attacking skills.
• Stay Calm and Focus: Keep your cool during intense attack phases. Staying calm can help you react more effectively to complex patterns.

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