Q*bert Game Project

🎮 About Q*bert

Q*bert is a classic arcade game reimplemented in C++ using OpenGL and GLUT. This project brings the nostalgic pyramid-hopping adventure to modern systems with enhanced graphics and smooth gameplay. Control the iconic orange character as he navigates a pyramid of cubes, changing their colors while avoiding enemies like Coily the snake, Ugg, Wrong-Way, and Sam.

Key Features

• Classic Gameplay: Faithful recreation of the original Q*bert mechanics
• Multiple Levels: Progressive difficulty with different pyramid configurations
• Enemy AI: Various enemy types with unique movement patterns
• Sound Effects: Immersive audio experience with background music and sound effects
• High Score System: Track your best performances
• Smooth Animation: Fluid character movements and transitions
• Cross-Platform: Runs on Windows and Linux systems

🎬 Gameplay Video

Click the image above to watch our Qbert gameplay demonstration

📸 Screenshots

Main Menu & Navigation

Gameplay Levels

Game Features

Game Elements

• Main Character: Q*bert navigating the pyramid
• Enemies: Coily (snake), Ugg, Wrong-Way, and Sam with unique behaviors
• Power-ups: Special items that help Q*bert in his journey
• Level Progression: Multiple levels with increasing difficulty

🚀 Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Windows: MinGW-w64 or Visual Studio with C++ support
• Linux: GCC with OpenGL development libraries
• Dependencies: OpenGL, GLUT, SDL2 (for audio)

Installation

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/Kamrulhasan12345/qbert-project.git
   cd qbert-project

2. Windows Build

   build.bat

3. Linux Build

   chmod +x build.sh
   ./build.sh

4. Run the Game

   # Windows
   runner.bat
   
   # Linux
   ./runner.sh

🎮 How to Play

Controls

• Arrow Keys: Move Q*bert around the pyramid

Objective

• Change all cube colors on the pyramid by hopping on them
• Avoid enemies that chase Q*bert
• Collect bonus points and power-ups
• Complete all levels to win the game

Scoring System

• Cube Color Change: 25 points
• Enemy Defeat: 300-500 points
• Level Completion: Bonus points based on remaining lives
• Perfect Level: Additional bonus multiplier

🏗️ Project Structure

qbert/
├── iMain.cpp              # Main game logic and entry point
├── iGraphics.h            # Graphics engine and OpenGL wrapper
├── iSound.h               # Audio system implementation
├── assets/
│   ├── images/            # Game sprites and textures
│   └── sounds/            # Audio files and music
├── bin/                   # Compiled executables and DLLs
├── examples/              # Sample code and tutorials
├── demo/                  # Demo games and references
└── saves/                 # Save files and high scores

🛠️ Technical Details

Technologies Used

• Language: C++ (C++11 standard)
• Graphics: OpenGL with GLUT
• Audio: SDL2_mixer for sound effects and music
• Build System: Custom build scripts (Batch/Shell)
• Platform: Cross-platform (Windows primary, Linux compatible)

Key Components

• Game Engine: Custom 3D render engine
• Physics: Basic collision detection and movement
• Animation: Frame-based sprite animation system
• State Management: Menu, gameplay, and game over states
• File I/O: Save/load system for high scores and progress

👥 Team Information

🎓 Supervisor

Mahir Labib Dihan

• Department of Computer Science
• Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
• Email: mahirlabibdihan@gmail.com

👨‍💻 Development Team

Mohammad Kamrul Hasan

• GitHub: @kamrulhasan12345
• Responsibilities: Player - Enemy Logic, 3D Graphics Engine, Project Coordination

Sayeeb Rahman

• GitHub: @sayeeb-does
• Responsibilities: UI/UX, Game Logic, Highscores, Credits, Settings

Thanks a lot for reading till the end!