Show HN: Lander, a lunar lander style web game (ehmorris.com)

Article summary

The article presents a web game called Lander, a lunar lander style game where players aim to land on a white landing pad. The game has a simple control system using arrow keys or screen taps. The objective is to land safely, and players can try to achieve a perfect landing by engaging the engine at the right moment. The game also allows for flips and other maneuvers.

Main themes

• lunar lander game
• gameplay mechanics
• control system
• physics accuracy
• player competition
• game development

What commenters say

• Some players find the game fun and challenging, enjoying the experience of landing and crashing.
• The control system is intuitive for some, but others find the left-right controls counterintuitive and difficult to get used to.
• Players have discovered various strategies for achieving high scores, including feathering the throttle and using boosters sparingly.
• The game's physics are not entirely accurate, but this does not detract from the gameplay experience.
• Some players enjoy competing to achieve the highest crash speeds or most flips.
• The game could be improved with additional features, such as an indicator showing rotation speed or a visible trajectory at all times.