Project Overview

The Online Football Penalty Shootout is an interactive web game that simulates the thrill of a football penalty shootout. Players take turns as both the shooter and the goalkeeper, aiming to score goals or block opponent shots. This project emphasizes real-time multiplayer gameplay, animations, and scoring mechanics, making it an exciting and engaging final-year Computer Science project.

Key Features

1. Game Modes

   • Single-Player Mode – Player vs. AI goalkeeper.

   • Multiplayer Mode – Real-time Player vs. Player shootouts.

   • Tournament Mode – Multiple players compete in knockout-style shootouts.

2. Penalty Kick Mechanics

   • Players control the direction, power, and curve of their shot.

   • Interactive UI (drag-and-drop or mouse/touch gestures to aim and set power).

   • Random AI goalkeeper movement or strategic player-controlled goalkeeping.

3. Goalkeeper Control

   • In multiplayer, the second player controls the goalkeeper.

   • Players can dive left, right, or center within a short reaction time.

4. Score & Rounds

   • Standard 5-penalty shootout format.

   • If tied, sudden death penalties continue until a winner emerges.

   • Real-time scoreboard with goals and misses.

5. Graphics & Animations

   • Animated ball movement, dives, and goal celebrations.

   • Stadium background with crowd sound effects for immersion.

   • Smooth CSS/JavaScript animations for ball trajectory.

6. Leaderboard & Player Stats

   • Tracks player win/loss records, goals scored, and saves made.

   • Displays global leaderboard in multiplayer mode.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript (Canvas or SVG for animations).

• Backend (for multiplayer):

  • Node.js with Socket.IO for real-time gameplay.

  • OR PHP/Java with AJAX/WebSocket support.

• Database: MySQL / MongoDB (to store players, scores, match history).

How It Works

1. Game Start

   • Players select game mode (Single-player or Multiplayer).

   • In multiplayer, players are matched in a lobby.

2. Taking a Penalty

   • The shooter sets shot parameters (direction, height, power).

   • The ball animation plays, heading towards the goal.

3. Goalkeeper Reaction

   • AI/multiplayer goalkeeper predicts or reacts by diving.

   • If goalkeeper dives correctly, it’s a save; otherwise, it’s a goal.

4. Scoring System

   • Each team/player takes 5 shots.

   • Winner is the one with the most goals after 5 rounds.

   • If tied, sudden death continues until one player wins.

5. Game End

   • Winner declared with animations and sound effects.

   • Player stats and leaderboard updated.

Enhancements (Optional)

• Customization: Players choose team colors, jerseys, or ball skins.

• Power-Ups: Special kicks like “knuckleball” or “fast shot.”

• Mobile-Friendly Controls: Swipe gesture for shooting and diving.

• Spectator Mode: Friends can watch live penalty shootouts.

• AR/VR Mode (Advanced): Use WebXR for immersive penalty shootout experience.