Project Overview

The Zombie Survival Game is an action-packed survival game where players must fight against waves of zombies, gather resources, and survive as long as possible. The main goal is to test the player’s combat skills, strategy, and resource management while increasing difficulty with each wave.

It can be implemented as a single-player wave-based survival game or extended into a multiplayer co-op mode where friends team up to defeat zombies together.

Key Features

1. Character & Controls

   • Smooth player movement (WASD/arrow keys for navigation, mouse/touch for aiming and shooting).

   • Health, stamina, and ammo systems.

   • Basic melee attack and shooting mechanics.

2. Zombie Waves

   • Zombies spawn in increasing numbers and difficulty as levels progress.

   • Different zombie types (slow walkers, fast runners, boss zombies).

   • AI-driven zombies that chase the player intelligently.

3. Weapons & Upgrades

   • Start with a basic weapon (pistol/baseball bat).

   • Collect or purchase weapons like shotguns, rifles, grenades, or flamethrowers.

   • Upgrade system for weapon damage, reload speed, and ammo capacity.

4. Resource Management

   • Collect ammo, food, and health kits scattered across the map.

   • Limited supplies encourage exploration and strategy.

   • Optional crafting system (e.g., combine items to make explosives or barricades).

5. Game Modes

   • Survival Mode – Last as long as possible against endless zombie waves.

   • Mission Mode – Complete objectives like rescuing survivors, defending safe zones, or reaching checkpoints.

   • Multiplayer Co-op (optional) – Team up with other players using WebSockets for real-time play.

6. Environment & Maps

   • Abandoned cities, dark forests, or military bases as battlegrounds.

   • Obstacles and shelters to hide from zombies.

   • Dynamic lighting for night survival challenges.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript (Canvas API, Phaser.js for 2D, or Three.js for 3D).

• Backend: Node.js / PHP / Java (handles multiplayer, user accounts, scores).

• Database: MySQL / MongoDB (stores player stats, scores, unlocked weapons).

• Real-Time Features: WebSockets (Socket.io) for multiplayer zombie battles.

How It Works

1. Game Start

   • Player spawns in a safe zone with basic weapons.

   • Tutorial explains movement, shooting, and resource collection.

2. Survival Phase

   • Zombies spawn in waves with increasing difficulty.

   • Player must shoot, dodge, and use strategy to survive.

   • Collect resources between waves to heal or upgrade.

3. Progression

   • Higher levels unlock tougher zombies and new bosses.

   • Earn points/coins to unlock better weapons and skills.

   • Survive longer to rank higher on the leaderboard.

4. Win/Loss Conditions

   • Win (Survival Mode): Survive the longest or reach a set wave milestone.

   • Win (Mission Mode): Complete given objectives.

   • Lose: Player health drops to zero or zombies destroy safe zones.

Optional Enhancements

• AI Zombie Behavior: Zombies react to sound (gunfire) and chase the player.

• Base Building: Players can build barricades or traps.

• Day-Night Cycle: Zombies become more aggressive at night.

• Multiplayer Chat & Voice (WebRTC): Coordinate with teammates.

• Leaderboard System: Tracks top survivors by survival time or zombie kills.