Daylight as Currency: The Starwarden Reimagines Browser Platforming

The Starwarden demonstrates how thematic constraints—specifically the June Solstice's light vs. darkness concept—can drive innovative core mechanics. By treating daylight as a scarce, earned resource rather than a backdrop, the game inverts typical time-management patterns and creates genuine strategic tension. Built with Phaser 4 and React, it showcases how modern web frameworks enable complex game experiences within the browser.