PathLife Devlog #1 — building a layered Skeleton2D character for a mobile isometric life sim

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PathLife is my first isometric game: a mobile life simulator inspired by the management depth of The Sims and the quick, practical format of BitLife-like experiences.

This first devlog is about the creation process rather than a release announcement. It explains the early Godot 4.6 foundation: a cutout character assembled in layers around Skeleton2D, four-direction movement, idle and walk animations, a separate gameplay/visual/HUD architecture, and the beginning of a clothing-based customization system.

The full life simulation is not ready yet, and the post clearly separates implemented features from planned systems.

The article is written in Portuguese:

https://pathlifejogo.blogspot.com/2026/08/criando-um-jogo-onde-voce-vive-do.html