Micro Machine game

This game is a tribute to classic micro machine racing, utilizing Box2D for physics and SFML for graphics. It offers a mix of fun, challenge, and competitive spirit with both single and multiplayer modes.

Installation Instructions:

1. Install SFML on Your Computer:

   • Visit the SFML website and download the version compatible with your operating system.
   • Follow the installation guide provided on their website to properly set up SFML on your system.

2. Clone the Game from Git

3. Set Up the Build Environment:

   • Delete the existing build folder (if any) in the cloned directory.
   • Open your terminal or command prompt.
   • Navigate to the game's root directory.
   • Run the following commands:

     mkdir build         # Creates a new build folder
     cd build            # Changes the directory to the build folder
     cmake ..            # Runs the CMake file to configure the project
     make                # Compiles and builds the game
     

4. Running the Game:

   • Inside the build folder, execute ./MicroMachine to start the game.

5. For Subsequent Builds:

   • If you make any changes to the game, or after the first build, start from step 3(d) (make) to rebuild and run the game.

How to Play:

1. Starting the Game:

   • After building the game, a menu will appear.
   • Use the Up and Down arrow keys to choose between One Player and Two Players mode.
   • Press Enter to confirm your choice.

2. Selecting a Map:

   • Choose your desired map using the arrow keys.
   • Press Enter to start the game.

3. Game Controls:

   • Control your vehicle using the arrow keys (Up, Left, Right) for one player, and W, A, D keys for the second player in two-player mode.
   • Press Enter to activate your super skill.

4. Objective and Time Limit:

   • The objective is to complete 3 laps around the track before your opponent.
   • The game has a 15-minute time limit. The session will end automatically when the time is up.

Credit

This project was developed as a group project of Aalto University ELEC-A7151 Object-oriented Programming with C++ course in 2023. The responsible teacher for the course was Yusein Ali, and the project advisor was Tuukka Himanka.

The project was developed by

• Huyen Do (@huyenemma)
• Quan Hoang (@qqUAnH)
• Linh Nguyen (@nghlinh)
• Duy To (@ponyo19)