Project Overview

The Multiplayer Shooting Maze Game is a web-based real-time action game where multiple players navigate through a maze-like map while competing against each other using weapons, power-ups, and strategy. The game focuses on fast-paced shooting mechanics, multiplayer synchronization, and dynamic map exploration. It combines elements of maze-solving, survival, and PvP (Player vs Player) combat in a competitive arena.

Key Features

1. Real-Time Multiplayer Gameplay

   • Players join rooms and are placed in a maze-based map.

   • Uses WebSockets (Socket.io) for instant synchronization.

   • Smooth movement and shooting updates without delays.

2. Maze Environment

   • Randomly generated or pre-designed maze maps.

   • Walls, obstacles, and hidden paths create challenges.

   • Multiple spawn points for balanced gameplay.

3. Shooting & Combat System

   • Players have weapons (e.g., pistol, laser gun, bow).

   • Limited ammo or energy system for strategic shooting.

   • Health bar system with respawn after defeat.

4. Power-Ups & Collectibles

   • Health packs to recover lost health.

   • Ammo refills or energy boosts.

   • Temporary power-ups (e.g., speed boost, shield, double damage).

5. Multiplayer Modes

   • Free-for-All (FFA): Every player fights for survival.

   • Team Battle: Players are divided into two teams.

   • Timed Mode: Player with highest kills when time ends wins.

6. Player Profiles & Leaderboards

   • Tracks kills, deaths, and win ratio.

   • Leaderboard for top scorers globally or per session.

   • Experience points (XP) and level system.

7. Dynamic Maze Enhancements (Optional)

   • Moving walls or traps for extra challenge.

   • Fog-of-war effect (players only see nearby areas).

   • Random maze layout each game for replayability.

8. Cross-Platform Play

   • Works on browsers (desktop & mobile).

   • Responsive design with joystick controls for mobile users.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript (Canvas or Phaser.js for rendering the maze and animations).

• Backend: Node.js with Socket.io for real-time communication (or Java/PHP with WebSockets).

• Database: MongoDB / MySQL for storing user stats, scores, and game history.

• Optional: Redis for real-time game session management.

How It Works

1. Login/Join Game

   • Players sign in or enter as guests.

   • Choose a game mode (FFA, Team, Timed).

2. Game Setup

   • Server generates a maze and assigns player spawn points.

   • Weapons, health packs, and power-ups are placed randomly.

3. Gameplay Loop

   • Players move around using arrow keys/WASD (desktop) or joystick (mobile).

   • Shooting mechanic allows firing projectiles at opponents.

   • Health decreases when hit; player respawns after death.

4. Game End

   • Ends when time runs out or score/kill limit is reached.

   • Results show kills, deaths, accuracy, and winner.

   • Rewards: XP, coins, or badges for players.

Optional Enhancements

• Voice Chat or Quick Text Chat for team coordination.

• Customizable Characters with skins or weapon upgrades.

• AI Bots for practice or when not enough players join.

• Tournament Mode with brackets for multiple matches.

• Spectator Mode for others to watch live matches.