
Browser-based Multiplayer Tic-Tac-Toe Game
Project Title: Browser-based Multiplayer Tic-Tac-Toe Game using JavaScript and HTML
Project Summary
This project is an online Multiplayer Tic-Tac-Toe Game built with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, where two players can play the classic game on different devices or browsers in real-time. The game showcases real-time interaction, turn-based logic, and basic networking (if online multiplayer is implemented).
Core Components
Game Board UI
- A 3x3 grid rendered using HTML and styled with CSS.
- Each cell is clickable and updates with “X” or “O” depending on the turn.
Turn-Based Logic
- Alternates turns between Player X and Player O.
- Prevents overwriting already selected cells.
- Checks for winning conditions (rows, columns, diagonals) or draw.
Multiplayer Modes
- Local Multiplayer: Both players play on the same device.
- Online Multiplayer (optional): Players connect remotely using WebSockets (via Socket.io, Firebase, or similar). Synchronizes game state in real-time.
Game Reset and UI Controls
- A button to reset the board and play again.
- Displays messages like “Player X wins”, “Draw!”, and “Player O’s turn”.
Real-Time Sync (for Online Mode)
- Players are matched or invited via a unique game room code or auto-matching.
- Player moves are sent to a server or peer and updated on both clients.
Technologies Used
- HTML/CSS (for layout, UI, and board styling)
- JavaScript (for game logic, interaction, and multiplayer sync)
Optional:
- WebSockets or Socket.io (for online multiplayer)
- Firebase Realtime Database (as a backend alternative)
Learning Outcomes
- Implementing turn-based game logic in JavaScript
- DOM manipulation and event handling
- Building multiplayer functionality with networking concepts
- Managing game states and draw/win condition checking
- Creating interactive, real-time browser-based applications
Possible Enhancements
- Add a player login or nickname system
- Track score across multiple rounds
- Add a simple chat box for online players
- Mobile responsive design with touch support
- AI opponent for single-player mode
- Timer for each player's move