Welcome to The Ice Guardian Demo!
The Ice Guardian Demo is a retro-inspired interactive fiction game based on a 1991 Amstrad title by Barrie Eaton, now modernized for Android. You play as a hero tasked with recovering three stolen climate-control devices—iceriser, triducer, and solidifier—to save a planet from becoming an icy wasteland. Though limited to 20% of the full content, the demo showcases the complete feature set of the full game. Download The Ice Guardian Demo now!
Feature of The Ice Guardian Demo:
Dual Play Modes
Tap-Based Mode: Navigate and interact entirely through tapping, suitable for touchscreen users.
Keyboard Mode: Offers a traditional text-input experience for fans of classic text adventures.
Smart Hyperlink Assistance
Context-sensitive menus reduce typing and streamline gameplay, ideal for newcomers to interactive fiction.
Graphical Inventory System
View and interact with carried items through images, enhancing accessibility and ease of use.
Automap System
Automatically tracks your movements. A minimap appears in landscape mode, and you can access a full map by tapping the icon.
Gesture Navigation
Use swipe gestures or on-screen arrowheads to move between locations intuitively.
Accessibility Support
Fully compatible with TalkBack for visually impaired users. A special in-game "blind" mode enhances usability for screen readers.
Speech Features
Includes speech input to issue commands and text-to-speech for reading game text aloud.
Customizable Display
Players can adjust font size (small, medium, large) for comfort.
Visual Interaction
Tap images to "look" around and tap descriptive text to dismiss the keyboard.
Privacy and Analytics
Uses anonymous analytics to understand user progress; this can be disabled in preferences. No personal data is collected.
Top 5 FAQs on The Ice Guardian Demo:
Q: What’s the difference between the demo and full version?
A: The demo includes all features of the full game but limits you to completing only about 20% of the story.
Q: Can I play without typing any commands?
A: Yes. The game supports a fully tap-based interface, using smart menus, graphical inventory, and gesture controls.
Q: Is this game accessible for the visually impaired?
A: Absolutely. It has been tested end-to-end with TalkBack on Android, and includes a “blind” mode for enhanced accessibility.
Q: Do I need an internet connection to play?
A: No. Internet is only used for anonymous analytics, which can be turned off in the settings.
Q: How do I report a bug or issue?
1. Internet
2. AccessNetworkState
If you encounter an issue please email me first. Can do so from the main menu --> Email Developer. That way I can address the issue.
Version History
v1.0.5——10 Sep 2016
*** If you have problems updating then uninstall from your device and install again ***
v1.0.5: Now works for Android v5 (Lollipop) and v6 (Marshmallow).
v1.0.4
1. New graphical inventory system. Can see and tap the objects you are carrying
2. New hint system. These are designed so that you can view only the answer you need
See in game version history for complete notes.
The Ice Guardian Demo is a retro-inspired interactive fiction game based on a 1991 Amstrad title by Barrie Eaton, now modernized for Android. You play as a hero tasked with recovering three stolen climate-control devices—iceriser, triducer, and solidifier—to save a planet from becoming an icy wasteland. Though limited to 20% of the full content, the demo showcases the complete feature set of the full game. Download The Ice Guardian Demo now!
Feature of The Ice Guardian Demo:
Dual Play Modes
Tap-Based Mode: Navigate and interact entirely through tapping, suitable for touchscreen users.
Keyboard Mode: Offers a traditional text-input experience for fans of classic text adventures.
Smart Hyperlink Assistance
Context-sensitive menus reduce typing and streamline gameplay, ideal for newcomers to interactive fiction.
Graphical Inventory System
View and interact with carried items through images, enhancing accessibility and ease of use.
Automap System
Automatically tracks your movements. A minimap appears in landscape mode, and you can access a full map by tapping the icon.
Gesture Navigation
Use swipe gestures or on-screen arrowheads to move between locations intuitively.
Accessibility Support
Fully compatible with TalkBack for visually impaired users. A special in-game "blind" mode enhances usability for screen readers.
Speech Features
Includes speech input to issue commands and text-to-speech for reading game text aloud.
Customizable Display
Players can adjust font size (small, medium, large) for comfort.
Visual Interaction
Tap images to "look" around and tap descriptive text to dismiss the keyboard.
Privacy and Analytics
Uses anonymous analytics to understand user progress; this can be disabled in preferences. No personal data is collected.
Top 5 FAQs on The Ice Guardian Demo:
Q: What’s the difference between the demo and full version?
A: The demo includes all features of the full game but limits you to completing only about 20% of the story.
Q: Can I play without typing any commands?
A: Yes. The game supports a fully tap-based interface, using smart menus, graphical inventory, and gesture controls.
Q: Is this game accessible for the visually impaired?
A: Absolutely. It has been tested end-to-end with TalkBack on Android, and includes a “blind” mode for enhanced accessibility.
Q: Do I need an internet connection to play?
A: No. Internet is only used for anonymous analytics, which can be turned off in the settings.
Q: How do I report a bug or issue?
A: From the main menu, tap “Email Developer” to send feedback directly.
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As such 2 permissions are needed:1. Internet
2. AccessNetworkState
If you encounter an issue please email me first. Can do so from the main menu --> Email Developer. That way I can address the issue.
Version History
v1.0.5——10 Sep 2016
*** If you have problems updating then uninstall from your device and install again ***
v1.0.5: Now works for Android v5 (Lollipop) and v6 (Marshmallow).
v1.0.4
1. New graphical inventory system. Can see and tap the objects you are carrying
2. New hint system. These are designed so that you can view only the answer you need
See in game version history for complete notes.
