Y.A.W: You Are Weaponized

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Y.A.W: You Are Weaponized is a top-down shooter where you play a weapon with sentience. Navigate a grid-based castle environment while firing at enemies and avoiding obstacles. The gameplay loops around quickfire combat and stealth sections, with a focus on precise movement. Your weapon upgrades unlock new abilities but also alter your perspective, adding layers to the playstyle. The game’s 64x64 pixel resolution isn’t just a constraint, it’s a defining feature. Every detail is stripped to basics, forcing players to rely on timing and spatial awareness. Made in under 78 hours for a development jam, it’s a lean experience that leans into its limitations. Community reviews note its clever use of minimalism, with some calling it a "creative exercise in constraint." Best played in a single session, it clocks in under two hours but leaves a sharp impression.