Project Title: Web Pong Game (JavaScript Version)

Overview:

The Web Pong Game is a browser-based version of the classic arcade game Pong, built using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The game features two paddles and a ball bouncing between them. One paddle is controlled by the player, while the other can be controlled either by a second player or basic AI.

Core Gameplay Features:

• 2 Paddles: One for each side of the screen (player vs player or player vs AI)
• Ball Movement: Ball bounces off the paddles and screen edges
• Collision Detection: Detects ball-paddle and ball-wall collisions
• Scoring System: A point is awarded when a player misses the ball
• Restart Option: Game restarts after each point or game over

Technologies Used:

• HTML5 <canvas>: For drawing the game elements (ball, paddles, text)
• CSS: For styling and positioning the canvas

JavaScript:

• Game loop and animation
• Paddle control with keyboard events
• Ball physics and collision logic
• AI paddle behavior (optional)

How It Works:

1. Canvas Setup: The game board is rendered using the HTML5 <canvas> element.
2. Drawing Elements: JavaScript draws the paddles, ball, and score on the canvas every frame.
3. User Input: Keyboard events (like arrow keys or W/S) move the paddles.
4. Ball Physics: The ball moves with a velocity and bounces when hitting a paddle or wall.
5. Collision Logic: Detects when the ball hits a paddle or goes out of bounds to update score.
6. AI (Optional): A simple AI moves the computer paddle to follow the ball's Y-position.

Learning Objectives:

• Understanding game loops and rendering with requestAnimationFrame()
• Managing keyboard inputs for interactive controls
• Implementing basic physics and collision detection
• Structuring a simple but complete browser game
• Using canvas APIs for 2D rendering

Game Logic Components:

• Ball Object: Handles position, speed, and movement direction
• Paddle Object: Represents both player and AI paddles with position and movement
• Game Loop: Constantly updates game state and redraws the scene
• Score Tracker: Updates and displays score after each goal
• Restart Mechanism: Resets ball and paddles for the next round