Sinequo

  • SINEQUO is a combat-racing game that takes players into the era of the mechanical Renaissance, where horses have been replaced by the first self-propelled steel machines. The name originates from the Latin expression “Sine Equo”, meaning “without horse”. At the core of the gameplay is a unique mechanic for switching between intense 3D racing and a 2D technical blueprint dimension. In this “planning” mode, the world transforms into a living sketchbook, allowing players to strategically modify their machine mid-race, adapt to track hazards, and strategize.

    The game was created as a concept for the “Space to Space” assignment.
A demonstration of the transition between two game worlds that forms the core of the gameplay. While the vibrant 3D environment offers an intense racing experience, the 2D ‘Blueprint Dimension’ mode transforms the scene into a living technical sketch. This contrast is not only aesthetic but also functional – time slows down in the 2D world, allowing the player to strategize.
A visualization of the mid-race vehicle modification system. The image illustrates the process of installing a lance, granting the player an advantage in close-quarters combat. This mechanic operates on a “Risk vs. Reward” principle – every upgrade can introduce a mechanical disadvantage, such as increased weight or reduced handling, requiring constant balancing of the machine’s stats.



A non-linear track traversing various medieval biomes. The green zones mark dimensional rifts—gateways into the 2D environment.

Unique medieval racer archetypes, featuring balanced yet distinct attributes for their “horse-less” machines.

  • The experience is complemented by competitive multiplayer featuring global leaderboards, a ranked system, and support for local lobbies. For solo players, the roguelike campaign allows you to earn permanent upgrades for your machine after every successful race. However, a single total defeat marks the end of your run, resulting in the loss of all current progress.

Author

Lukáš Kučera

student
Ateliér Game Design

Student's works

Sinequo
Twine