Killer Vortex

Killer Vortex – A Gravity-Defying Arcade DevourerKiller Vortex is a fast-paced arcade game where players control a hungry vortex in space, consuming everything in their path to grow larger—but with one major challenge: devour only what you can handle, or risk being pulled into oblivion! Created for the Kenny Jam on Itch.io, our team worked within the jam’s unique constraints, using only assets from Kenny.nl, yet still crafted a game that stood out among 295 entries, placing 13th overall.
Addictive Gameplay & Dynamic GravityInspired by Hole.io and Donut County, Killer Vortex offers quick, engaging mechanics with a strategic twist. Players must:Swallow smaller objects to increase their size and power.
Avoid larger objects—misjudging size means instant doom.
Fight against growing gravitational pulls as the vortex expands, making movement trickier.The game balances risk and reward, requiring players to make split-second decisions about what to consume and when to escape potential threats.
Simple Yet Deep—Designed for ReplayabilityAs a designer, my focus was on ensuring tight, responsive controls and engaging physics interactions that made each round fun, fast, and full of surprises. Every object interacts with the vortex dynamically, creating satisfying pull effects and a sense of weight and consequence to each choice.
Why Killer Vortex Stands OutKiller Vortex may be simple in concept, but its arcade charm, strategic depth, and competitive leaderboard potential make it highly replayable. Every session is a test of skill—can you become the ultimate devourer, or will the forces of gravity consume you first?