Blockade

What is it?

Blockade is a 2D game inspired by the classic Tetris, developed using Python and the Pygame library.
Tetris, originally created in 1984, is a tile-matching puzzle game where players manipulate falling blocks (tetrominoes) to form complete rows, which are then cleared. In this project, I recreated the core mechanics of Tetris, adding my own logic and implementation for rotation, block placement, and gameplay.

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The Assignment and Implementation

The goal of this project was to develop a fully functional Tetris-like game using Python. I utilized the Pygame library for rendering, handling inputs, and managing the game loop.

Key Mechanics and Features:

1. Block Rotation: Implemented block rotations using custom mathematical formulas derived from logical patterns (detailed below).
2. Gameplay Flow: Blocks fall in real-time, and players can rotate or move them horizontally to fit them into rows.
3. Row Clearing: Complete rows are detected and cleared, earning points for the player.
4. Game Over Condition: The game ends when blocks stack to the top of the screen.

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Installation Requirements and Instructions

Requirements:

• Python 3.7 or higher
• Pygame library

Instructions:

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/Marirs27/blockade_game.git
   cd blockade

2. Install Dependencies: Install Pygame using pip if it's not already installed:

   pip install pygame

3. Run the Game: Execute the game script:

   python blockade.py
   

Block Rotation Logic

The rotation of blocks (tetrominoes) was a key challenge in implementing the game. I derived mathematical formulas to determine how blocks should rotate while staying within the grid.

Here is an image illustrating the logic and formulas behind the block rotation:

Demo of the Game

Here is a short snippet of the game in action:

Blockade_Demo.mp4

Future Enhancements

There is potential to expand the game further with additional features, such as:

1. New Game Modes: Adding time challenges, survival mode, or multiplayer options.
2. Enhanced Graphics: Improving visuals with animations, particle effects, and better UI design.
3. Customizable Controls: Allowing players to remap controls to their preferences.
4. Sound Effects and Music: Integrating background music and sound effects for a richer gaming experience.
5. High Score System: Implementing a leaderboard to track top scores.

Credits

• Developed by: Sriram Kannan
• Tools Used: Python, Pygame