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I’m looking to bring a new side-scrolling experience to Roblox and need a developer who knows how to make 2D gameplay feel smooth and engaging on the platform. I have a broad vision rather than a fixed genre, so I’m open to your creative input on whether the project leans toward adventure, puzzle, or simulation. The same goes for the core loop—you can pitch quest-driven progress, combat challenges, or pure exploration if you believe it will fit the concept. What matters most to me: • A polished, responsive 2D controller that feels great with keyboard and gamepad • Smart use of Roblox’s physics, UI, and monetization tools • Lightweight art and effects that run well on PC, mobile, and console Deliverables: 1. Fully playable game uploaded to a private Roblox place 2. Source files, scripts, and assets neatly organized in a shared Git or cloud folder 3. Clear documentation that lets me iterate on levels, rewards, and balancing If this sounds like a project you can shape from the ground up, tell me about a similar Roblox title you’ve shipped, your workflow, and roughly how long you expect each phase—prototype, alpha, polish—to take.
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Hi, A smooth 2D Roblox game depends on strong movement, camera feel, and a core loop that works well on mobile and gamepad. I’d start by locking the player control and interaction model first, then build the gameplay around it so the experience feels responsive from the beginning. I’ve developed Roblox gameplay systems where player feel, UI flow, and performance had to work together. My first milestone would be a playable prototype with side-scrolling movement, camera setup, core interaction/combat or exploration logic, and a clean code structure for future iteration. From there, I’d refine controls, add lightweight effects, test across devices, and deliver organized scripts and documentation for easy expansion. Key strengths: 2D movement and camera Core gameplay loop UI and feedback Mobile/console performance Organized scripts and documentation Timeline: I can review the scope, confirm the approach, and begin promptly after alignment. One question: should this feel like a true 2D plane with locked depth, or a side-scroller inside a 3D Roblox world?
$97 CAD in 5 days
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Hello, As an aspiring Roblox game developer, our team at Yasir's Software is excited about the opportunity to build a 2D game that offers a unique and captivating experience. Our specialization in JavaScript, combined with my passion for Android gaming, equips us well to create a polished, responsive, and immersive gaming environment on Roblox. We've successfully designed websites and deployed custom web applications over the years, utilizing updated technologies to guarantee top-notch results. This aligns perfectly with your need for smart use of Roblox's physics, UI, and monetization tools - essential aspects we know will make or break a game. Furthermore, titled projects such as 'Adventure of the Lost Treasure' speak directly to your requirement for a similar Roblox title we have shipped. Our workflow has been proven to be highly effective - from prototyping to alpha testing and finally polishing the game - ensuring every phase is given adequate time and attention. Additionally, having clear documentation allows better collaboration by providing a transparent view of project progress and enabling easy iteration in levels, rewards, and game balancing. Choosing us guarantees not just an end product but also an incredible experience marked by reliability and timely delivery. In conclusion, our dedication to providing an exceptional customer service experience aligns directly with your project’s goals. We yearn to transform your c Thanks!
$130 CAD in 2 days
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With experience in developing engaging 2D gameplay on Roblox, I understand your need for a smooth and immersive side-scrolling experience. My past projects include creating interactive game controllers and optimizing game performance across platforms. How do you envision player progression within the game world—through quests, combat challenges, or exploration? Regards, Yogesh Kumar
$140 CAD in 9 days
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I specialize in developing immersive 2D games that captivate players and bring visions to life. With a knack for creating seamless gameplay experiences, I am well-equipped to tackle your Roblox project. Having worked on similar projects, I understand the importance of a polished 2D controller, optimized physics, and lightweight art for cross-platform compatibility. Our 20+ 5-star reviews on similar projects attest to our commitment to excellence. I am excited to explore the creative possibilities your project offers. Let's discuss how we can collaborate to bring your unique vision to reality. The worst that can happen is you walk away with a free consultation! Regards, InterconnectBPO
$150 CAD in 7 days
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Hi, I can build a smooth side-scrolling Roblox experience with polished 2D controls, responsive keyboard/gamepad support, optimized UI/effects, and a clean structure for levels, rewards, and future balancing. My workflow would be prototype first, then alpha gameplay systems, then polish/upload to a private Roblox place with organized source files and clear documentation.
$320 CAD in 4 days
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Hello, With 9+ years of experience and 200+ games successfully developed, I will build your 2D Roblox game with smooth gameplay, optimized performance, responsive controls, and a scalable architecture across PC, mobile, and console. I will deliver clean, maintainable code and complete project documentation. You will get: • Quality optimized work • 100% client satisfaction • Fast delivery • Suitable pricing • Unlimited revisions • Complete NDA & IP protection (project security is our top priority) Available to start immediately and committed to delivering according to your project milestones and timeline. Come inbox & let’s get started. Best regards, Sohaib Pasn Games
$250 CAD in 25 days
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<<<< Roblox 2D Side Scrolling Game Development >>>> I can develop a polished 2D Roblox game with smooth gameplay, responsive controls, and scalable systems. Approach: → Build responsive 2D Roblox gameplay with smooth controls. → Integrate physics, UI, monetization, and cross-platform support. → Develop engaging levels, progression, and game systems. → Deliver organized source code, documentation, and support. Flow: Concept & Prototype → Core Gameplay → UI & Features → Testing & Optimization → Final Handover Let's connect. Thanks.
$600 CAD in 18 days
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A 2D Roblox game succeeds when the movement and core loop feel satisfying before adding layers of content — the biggest risk is building features around a controller that does not feel responsive across devices. I have worked on interactive web experiences and custom development projects involving user flows, UI systems, and performance optimization. For a Roblox experience like this, the focus would be on a smooth controller foundation, scalable gameplay systems, and clean organization so new levels, rewards, and balancing changes are easy to manage. The right structure would allow the prototype to validate the gameplay feel first, then expand into polish, effects, and monetization without reworking the foundation. Are you already leaning toward a specific gameplay style, or should the first prototype explore a few different loops to find what feels strongest on Roblox? Best regards, Fizza Nadeem K
$70 CAD in 3 days
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As a game developer with over 9 years of experience - specialising in both web and Mobile applications, I believe I am a fantastic fit for your 2D Roblox project. In previous projects, I have successfully developed 2D games with a strong emphasis on polished, responsive gameplay and smart utilization of available tools for enhanced user experience. In regards to your specific project needs, I am well-versed in using Roblox’s physics, UI, and monetization tools which I'll put to full use in developing your robust and engaging game. Additionally, I completely understand how important it is for your game to be well-optimized across all platforms which have always been my top priority when developing any game. With the ability to create lightweight yet visually appealing art and effects, your game would not only run well on PC but also on mobile and console devices. This would give it a wider audience reach which I'm sure is something you’d love! Lastly, as an organized freelancer, I assure you that all source files will be neatly organized in a shared Git or cloud folder and will provide clear documentation to facilitate easy iteration if needed. With this project from prototype to alpha and eventually polish shouldn’t take more than the desired timeframe.I look forward to discussing more about your project soon!
$140 CAD in 7 days
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Hi, Aashiq (Ash) here from Cape Town, South Africa. This project instantly caught my eye, so I had to reach out. I see you're looking for a developer who can create a smooth and engaging 2D gameplay experience on Roblox, with a focus on a polished controller, smart use of Roblox tools, and optimized performance across platforms. I've helped businesses increase engagement and retention through high-quality game development. I'm confident I can achieve the results you're looking for and invite you to request samples of my successful projects. Based on what you mentioned, here is how we would approach the project: - Develop a responsive 2D controller for seamless gameplay - Utilize Roblox's physics and UI effectively for an immersive experience - Optimize art and effects for smooth performance on all devices Rest assured, I prioritize clear communication and delivering a user-focused solution optimized for performance. Best Regards, Aashiq
$150 CAD in 7 days
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Hi, I can help bring your Roblox side scrolling game vision to life with a smooth and responsive 2D gameplay experience designed for keyboard, gamepad, mobile, and console players. I’ll focus on creating a polished controller system, engaging core gameplay loop, optimized physics, UI, effects, and a scalable structure that allows easy level updates, balancing, and future monetization improvements. My workflow would start with a playable prototype to validate movement and mechanics, followed by alpha development, optimization, and final polish before publishing to a private Roblox place with organized source files and documentation. I’d be happy to discuss the creative direction and share relevant Roblox development experience. Looking forward to your response! Best Regards, Solves Inn
$30 CAD in 1 day
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Hello Dear, I’m an experienced Full-Stack Developer with 10+ years of experience and a B.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering from BUET. I specialize in game development, interactive applications, and scalable software with clean architecture and maintainable code. I understand you need a polished 2D side-scrolling Roblox game with responsive controls, optimized performance across platforms, intuitive UI, and flexible gameplay systems. I can develop a structured, expandable foundation with well-organized scripts, balanced mechanics, and clear documentation, collaborating closely to refine the concept from prototype through final polish. My experience in Roblox Studio, Lua, Git, UI development, gameplay systems, optimization, and cross-platform game architecture. Feel free to share your vision and preferred gameplay direction. I’m ready to begin immediately. Looking forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Md Ruhul Ajom
$70 CAD in 2 days
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Hi, I can help create a smooth 2D side-scrolling Roblox experience with responsive controls and engaging gameplay. I’ll focus on building a polished controller, optimized mechanics, UI, physics, and monetization features that work well across PC, mobile, and console. I can help shape the core gameplay loop, whether it becomes adventure, puzzle, exploration, or another style that fits the vision. I’ll provide organized scripts, assets, source files, and documentation so you can easily expand levels and features later. I’d be happy to discuss the concept and share my Roblox development approach. Best Regards, Muhammad Saad K
$70 CAD in 3 days
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Hi Have a Pleasant day ! I carefully had read your requirements in your job post on freelancer.com I am glad to inform you that I have same extensive experience that you are looking for. I have done similar work earlier in my past and I will share during project discussion. Please share your exact project requirements, So, I can understand your requirements & I will come to know that what do you exactly needs to develop and I will be feeling happy to work with you. Cost and timeline depends on your project or task requirements Price is negotiable and I will work in your budget. No upfront payment will be charged. Always work in milestones. Looking forward for your positive response. Kind Regards, Sneha Kanwar
$140 CAD in 7 days
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Hi, It sounds like you're looking to create a unique side-scrolling experience on Roblox that blends adventure, puzzle, or simulation elements. I can help you design a polished 2D game with a smooth and responsive controller, whether players are using a keyboard or a gamepad. My approach would focus on leveraging Roblox’s physics and UI tools to enhance gameplay, ensuring that the art and effects are lightweight and optimized for various devices. In my past projects, I've developed engaging Roblox titles that prioritize user experience and fun mechanics. My workflow includes prototyping, alpha testing, and polishing, with clear documentation at every stage. I make it a point to keep the source files well-organized for easy iteration on levels and game balance. I’m excited about the opportunity to collaborate and bring your vision to life. Best regards, Novalitz Tech
$30 CAD in 3 days
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Your project caught my eye because of how thoughtfully you've scoped it — you know the deliverables you want (playable game, clean source files, documentation for iteration) but you're leaving creative room for the developer to shape the gameplay loop. That's a smart way to run a game project. I'll be upfront: Roblox Studio and Lua aren't part of my daily toolkit. My background is 10+ years building interactive applications across web and mobile — responsive UIs, cross-platform optimization, physics-driven animations, and clean component architecture. The closest adjacent work I've done is building real-time interactive experiences with smooth input handling across devices (keyboard, touch, gamepad), which maps to a lot of what you're describing for the 2D controller feel. I've also shipped cross-platform projects where performance on lower-end hardware was a hard constraint, so the "lightweight art and effects that run well on PC, mobile, and console" piece resonates. What I'd bring to this even without deep Roblox-specific experience: I pick up new platforms fast, especially when the underlying concepts (physics engines, input systems, UI frameworks, monetization hooks) are patterns I've already worked with in other contexts. I lean on AI in my workflow to accelerate ramp-up on new tooling, which means the Roblox Studio learning curve compresses significantly. And the deliverable structure you described — organized source files, Git-based sharing, clear documentation so you can iterate on levels and balancing yourself — is exactly how I hand off every project. You'd get a codebase you can actually maintain, not a black box. For phasing, I'd approach it as: prototype with core movement and one test level (week 1-2), alpha with the gameplay loop fleshed out and basic monetization wired up (week 3-4), then polish pass on feel, effects, and cross-platform testing (week 5-6). Happy to tighten that once I see what genre direction you lean toward. That said — if you specifically need someone who's already shipped multiple Roblox titles and knows every quirk of Roblox Studio out of the box, that's not me today, and I'd rather be straight about that than overstate it. But if you're open to a strong generalist who builds clean, well-documented interactive projects and can ramp into Roblox's tooling quickly, I'd make this work. Happy to jump on a quick 15-minute call to talk through the gameplay direction you're leaning toward and whether my background is the right fit for what you're building.
$140 CAD in 7 days
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Hi there, Do you already have a theme or world idea for the 2D side-scroller, or should I propose the core loop and gameplay style first? Should the first version focus on keyboard/gamepad only, or include mobile touch controls from the prototype stage? Your project sounds fun and practical: the key is making the 2D movement feel smooth before adding quests, combat, puzzles, rewards, or monetization. I would start with a playable prototype, test the controller and camera feel, then build the main loop, UI, lightweight effects, and private Roblox place for review. A similar challenge was building a Roblox gameplay prototype where the idea was still broad, but the movement and player feedback had to feel polished first. The main risk was adding features too early before the controller felt good. Solved it with clean Lua modules, responsive input handling, physics tuning, simple level structure, and organized scripts/assets for future updates. A good flow would be prototype, alpha, then polish with balancing and documentation. Senior software engineer for several years and senior security auditor on Immunefi for around 3 years, so clean logic, modular code, testing, and reliable handoff are familiar ground. Ready to start immediately. Best, Hlib
$250 CAD in 2 days
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I offer extensive experience in game development and a keen understanding of Roblox platform. My expertise in JavaScript and game design ensures a responsive 2D controller and smooth gameplay tailored for keyboard and gamepad support. I specialize in physics, UI, and lightweight effects, optimizing performance across devices. I will organize source files and scripts neatly, providing clear documentation for easy iteration. I'm confident in delivering a polished product within 3 weeks, including prototype, alpha, and polishing phases. Looking forward to shaping a unique, engaging 2D Roblox experience.
$200 CAD in 21 days
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With a decade of experience working as a JavaScript developer, I've built up a strong understanding of game design principles and the complexities that come with creating immersive 2D gameplay. My most recent project in a similar vein to your Roblox vision was "Adventures of Sumo: A Twisty Platformer". It involved designing from scratch, structuring the UI, implementing physics, and ensuring smooth user experience throughout multiple platforms. This is the exact kind of expertise you're looking for. I pride myself on being adaptable and thinking outside the box when it comes to game creation. With your project, I see an opportunity to channel the spirit of exploration into a unique, engaging Roblox experience that players will love. Being open to different genres is something I highly value as it allows for building a game tailored to your exact vision. Regarding deliverables, my workflow is built on organization. Source files, assets, and scripts will be streamlined through Git or any cloud-based system you prefer for mutual ease of access whenever necessary. Documentation plays a critical role in iterating effectively on levels, rewards and balancing – something I prioritize as part of my work ethics. Let's bring your 2D Roblox dream to life together!
$200 CAD in 7 days
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Hi, I can develop an engaging side-scrolling game on Roblox to create a polished and enjoyable experience. The best solution is to implement a responsive 2D controller that feels great with both keyboard and gamepad, while smartly utilizing Roblox’s physics and UI tools. Lightweight art and effects will ensure smooth performance across PC, mobile, and console devices. I’m comfortable with Roblox Studio and Lua scripting, ensuring the solution is reliable with a focus on quality gameplay. Deliverables will include a fully playable game uploaded to a private Roblox place, organized source files and assets in a shared cloud folder, and clear documentation for iterating on levels, rewards, and balancing. Let’s collaborate to shape an exciting gameplay experience that aligns with your vision.
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