


Genre: Rhythm Creation / Horror Sandbox (Fan Mod)
Base Engine: Incredibox (Web-based, Scratch/HTML5)
Core Identity: A high-difficulty mod focusing on the discovery of hidden "Original Characters" (OCs) that alter the game's fundamental physics and audio engine. Unlike standard mods where characters are static, Pyramixed treats OCs as volatile variables that must be unlocked through specific, non-linear combinations.
The gameplay loop is a puzzle disguised as music creation. You cannot simply drag characters; you must solve sonic riddles to unlock the "Secret" layer.
| Mechanic | Action | Strategic Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Layered Sequencing | Drag 4-6 base characters first | Must form a specific "Harmonic Key" (e.g., C-Minor + Dissonant Interval) before new slots appear. |
| The Glitch Trigger | Hold specific combos > 3s | Holding a "wrong" combination too long triggers a visual glitch, revealing a hidden slot for an OC. |
| Unlocking Secrets | Find "Hidden Icons" | Look for faint, semi-transparent icons in the background or corners. Clicking them while a specific track plays summons an OC. |
| Stability Check | Monitor the "Pyramid Meter" | If the meter hits zero, the screen shatters, and the session resets. High complexity requires precise timing to maintain stability. |
| Final Boss Mode | Complete the "Secret Song" | Once all OCs are unlocked, the final sequence forces a rhythm mini-game to "seal" the pyramid. |
Progression: There are no levels. Progress is measured by unlock count. Finding the "New OC Secret" usually requires breaking the game's intended flow—playing dissonant chords intentionally to trigger the horror state.
The audio architecture is designed to be unstable, shifting between polished production and raw digital decay.
Dynamic Harmonic Shifts: The key signature changes automatically when an OC is active. A major scale might instantly flip to a tritone-heavy minor scale.
Procedural Distortion: As more OCs are added, the audio engine introduces bit-crushing, sample rate reduction, and reverse reverb in real-time.
Genre Morphing:
Base Layer: Upbeat Pop/Hip-Hop (Standard Incredibox style).
OC Activation: Transforms into Industrial Metal, Glitchcore, or Dark Techno.
Secret State: Pure Noise and Ambient Drone with sudden silence gaps.
Interactive Bass: The bassline reacts to character proximity. Placing two aggressive OCs next to each other creates a "bass collision" effect—a low-frequency shockwave.
Vocal Manipulation: Human vocals are pitch-shifted to unnatural ranges (sub-bass growls, hyper-pitched squeals) when secrets are triggered.
Characters in Pyramixed are not just instruments; they are entities with distinct agendas. The "New OCs" are particularly dangerous, often having their own AI behaviors.
| Character | Role | Personality Trait | Unique Interaction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pyra | Lead Vocal | Authoritative | Forces all other tracks to lock into her tempo. |
| Mixer | FX | Chaotic | Randomly swaps instrument types every 8 bars. |
| Shadow | Bass | Silent | Absorbs sound; creates "dead zones" where no audio plays. |
| Void | Beatbox | Aggressive | Adds heavy, distorted kicks that damage the Stability Meter. |
These characters are rarely seen and require specific conditions to manifest.
| Name | Origin | Personality | Audio/Visual Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexus | Hidden Code | Manipulative | Can steal sounds from other characters and play them back at different speeds. Visual: A floating geometric shape. |
| Echo | Broken Loop | Melancholic | Repeats your last action but with a 2-second delay and reversed pitch. Visual: Fading ghost silhouette. |
| Zero | The Void | Destructive | If placed alone, it silences everything. If combined, it creates a "black hole" of audio distortion. Visual: A black square with red eyes. |
| Cipher | Encrypted Data | Cryptic | Plays random, unintelligible sounds until a specific pattern is found. Visual: Glitching text overlay. |
Synergy Decay: Combining certain OCs causes them to "fight," resulting in audio clipping and visual tearing.
The Whisper System: When an OC is near activation, characters whisper cryptic messages like "Break the cycle" or "It sees us."
Visual Corruption: As OCs are unlocked, the clean art style degrades into pixelated, corrupted sprites.
Discovery-Based: The core appeal is the hunt for the secret characters; the music is secondary to the mystery.
High Risk/Reward: Unlocking secrets makes the song more complex but significantly increases the chance of a "Game Over" jumpscare.
Narrative Depth: Implies a story about a digital system trying to contain these "New OCs" which are actually sentient viruses.
Community Lore: Many secrets are only known through community wikis or Discord servers, adding a layer of exclusivity.
Pyramixed: New OC Secret transforms a simple beat-maker into a psychological thriller where the music itself is the enemy, and the only way to win is to embrace the chaos.