
Redback
A downloadable game for Windows
HOW TO PLAY
- WASD to move around
- Left SHIFT to sprint (until stamina bar runs out)
- Mouse to look around
- E to interact with the lockers, syringes, and spider eggs
- Use syringe to destroy the eggs and beat the game
- Watch out for the Redback she gets hungry
The "school" map (it's still empty) is procedurally generated at random and is basically a maze with no exit. Sound is also highly recommended
CREDITS
Music: Scrutinized OST and Schoolboy Runaway OST; these are placeholders for future music (i might make)
James Phil Wheeler for designing the concept of the logo, inspiring the banner up top
Jack Seth Jet Hobbs for future idea generation (they aren't in the game yet but will come in 6-7 weeks)
Playtesters:
- Conner Kent
- Michael Taylor
- James Wheeler
- Jack Dorman
- Methul Pathirana
- Samo Selan
- Oliver Buswell
| Status | In development |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Author | nexokai |
| Genre | Survival |
| Tags | Horror, kai-gihs, nexokai, redback, spider, Survival Horror |
| Average session | A few minutes |
| Inputs | Keyboard, Mouse |
| Content | No generative AI was used |
Download
Install instructions
1. Click the Download button above

2. Right click the .Zip file --> Extract All

3. Open the unzipped folder and right click on Redback.exe. Click on Properties (the popup on the right should show up)

4. Tick the checkbox Unblock. After doing this the box will disappear, you only need to do this once.

5. Now the game should run every time, e.g double click the .exe
The game isn't a virus but gets silently blocked because I don't have a licensed digital certificate. I dunno how else to do it without directly sharing with every person
METHOD 2:
The download and installation process above only outlines pre-set versions of the files uploaded, meaning future updates to the game require repeated downloads (if you ever choose to play again). While unlikely, if you are someone who will continue playing, you can receive automatic updates (similar to Steam) by first installing the Itch.io launcher at https://itch.io/app/download. Downloading the game through their launcher also skips the process above, all you have to do is paste the link of this website in the app's search bar and it should do the rest for you - the only drawback is that you have to create an account.

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