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Star Overhead

Star Overhead is a short but challenging 2D platformer following a retired military chaplain turned pastor. On his deathbed, he uses his connection to music to process his journey into the great beyond.

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November 10, 2023
2 years and 266 days ago
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About the Game

Star Overhead is a Challenging platformer with unique organ-playing mechanics that augment the flow of time. The game follows a former military chaplain who, after the military, became a pastor.

Throughout the game, you will find snippets and journal entries about his life, his insights on a soldier's place in religion, and how faith plays a role in war and beyond.

Solve intriguing time-based platforming challenges as you explore the memories of his home. Nearing the end of his life, he floats between the great beyond and things that keep him grounded.