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I Wanna Maker

I Wanna Maker is a precision platformer with a robust level editor and online level sharing, based on I Wanna Be The Guy fangames. Create complex levels using a variety of objects, a powerful events system, and customizable visuals. Browse levels online, take on challenge modes, and more!

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Developer
The Elephant Crew
Publisher
The Elephant Crew
Release
November 9, 2023
2 years and 267 days ago
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Overwhelmingly Positive5,083 reviews95.1%

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About the Game

I Wanna Maker is a precision platformer with a robust level editor and online level sharing, based on I Wanna Be The Guy fangames.

Create complex levels using a wide variety of objects, a powerful events system, and customizable visuals. Browse levels online, traverse a hand-crafted campaign, take on challenge modes, and more!

Level Editor Features

  • Intuitive but powerful level editor with 70+ objects
  • A flexible events system which enables endless possibilities
  • Dozens of visuals for blocks, spikes, and backgrounds, each color-customizable
  • 150+ songs to choose from
  • Props, lights, and particles to visually enhance your levels
  • Add optional objectives to your levels with collectible gems

Gameplay Features

  • Play 240,000+ user-created levels made for a variety of skill levels
  • Speedrun leaderboards for each level with watchable replays
  • Campaign mode with dozens of high-quality levels
  • Incredibly precise and responsive controls
  • Take on challenge modes consisting of randomly chosen levels
  • Save levels to custom playlists and share them online
  • Follow your favorite makers so you don't miss their new levels
  • Customize your character's appearance

No monetization

I Wanna Maker is free to play, with no monetization of any kind. We hope you enjoy making levels and participating in the community!
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