I’m learning how to make a game. I’m using a program called pico 8- find out more about it here.
https://www.lexaloffle.com/pico-8.php
I first managed to get a ball on screen following a video tutorial. I then designed a sprite and the four directions it would be facing. 
Then coding to first make the sprite move…
And then assign the correct sprite to the correct direction button…
Here are a few more concept images and the intended movement for the character, as well as showing the first main mechanic- using a beam of light to reveal the world around you. 
