These games above have been used for the inspiration for my artefact. Some of the mechanics in these games such as collecting items and traversing levels have been used in my game, but I have also added brand new mechanics that I came up with myself. 

 

Super Mario Bros;

In Super Mario Bros, there are secret levels when you go down green pipes. In my game I have added sub-levels to some of my levels where the player can collect items but they are challenging to collect because I haven't added any checkpoints or health pick-ups in those areas to give the player a bit of a challenge.

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Spelunky;

In Spelunky, you have to collect as many collectables as possible. In my game I have created secret ice cave areas in some of my levels where the player can challenge themselves to try and collect ice crystals. These ice crystals fit the game's story where at the end of the game, the player will be informed that the ice crystals have been used to buy food at their local camp in the Arctic.

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Shovel Knight;

In Shovel Knight, there are collectables for the player to find and also, they are hidden in hard-to-find areas. In my game, I have helped the player by showing where the secret areas are and the collectables are protected by enemies and obstacles that the player has to overcome.