Captain Callisto

CONTROLS: - Desktop: - Mouse Movement: Move ship / Aim - Left Mouse Button / Click: Fire weapons / Shoot - Mouse Position: Direct ship movement relative to cursor position - Mobile/Tablet: - Touch and Drag: Move ship to touched position - Touch Screen: Fire weapons automatically or on tap - Touch anywhere on screen to control ship direction BASIC MECHANICS: 1. Ship Control: - Your ship follows your mouse cursor or touch position on screen - Ship movement is smooth and responsive to input - You can control the ship's position anywhere within the playable area - Ship rotation and direction adjust automatically based on movement 2. Movement System: - Real-time position-based control (not discrete grid movement) - Move your cursor/touch point to navigate through space - Ship maintains momentum and physics-based movement - Full 360-degree movement freedom 3. Combat: - Weapons fire automatically or on mouse click/touch - Aim by positioning your ship toward enemies - Defeat enemies by shooting them - Different enemy types may require different strategies 4. Canvas Rendering: - Dual canvas layers provide depth and visual effects - Background layer shows space environment and scenery - Foreground layer displays ship, enemies, projectiles, and effects - Smooth 60fps rendering for fluid gameplay 5. Enemies and Obstacles: - Enemy ships spawn and move in various patterns - Avoid enemy fire and collisions - Destroy enemies to progress and score points - Some enemies may require multiple hits to defeat 6. Survival Mechanics: - Avoid taking damage from enemies and hazards - Health system determines how long you can survive - Game over when health reaches zero or collision occurs - Survive as long as possible for higher scores 7. Scoring System: - Earn points by defeating enemies - Longer survival increases score multipliers - Chain combos for bonus points - Track your best scores and survival time 8. Visual Effects: - Particle effects for explosions and impacts - Dynamic background elements create immersive space atmosphere - Smooth animations and transitions - Real-time rendering of all game elements 9. Game Flow: - Game starts immediately upon loading - Continuous gameplay with increasing difficulty - Waves of enemies spawn progressively - No levels or stages - endless survival mode 10. Physics and Collision: - Collision detection between ship, enemies, and projectiles - Realistic momentum and inertia physics - Bounding areas prevent ship from leaving playable space - Accurate hit detection for combat 11. Difficulty Scaling: - Game difficulty increases over time - More enemies spawn as you survive longer - Enemy movement patterns become more complex - Requires increasing skill and attention to survive 12. Power-ups and Collectibles (if applicable): - Collect power-ups that may spawn during gameplay - Temporary upgrades may enhance weapons or shields - Strategic collection timing affects gameplay - Effects last for limited duration STRATEGIC TIPS: - Movement Efficiency: Keep moving constantly. Stationary targets are easier for enemies to hit. Use smooth, continuous movements rather than erratic jerking. - Positioning: Maintain distance from enemy clusters while staying within effective firing range. Balance offensive and defensive positioning. - Enemy Prioritization: Focus on the most immediate threats first. Clear enemies blocking your path before engaging distant targets. - Space Awareness: Always be aware of your surroundings. Use the full playable area to your advantage and avoid getting cornered. - Pattern Recognition: Learn enemy movement patterns. Predicting enemy behavior helps you avoid attacks and plan counter-offensives. - Survival First: Your primary goal is survival. Taking risks for points isn't worth it if it costs you health. Prioritize defensive play when health is low. - Smooth Controls: Use fluid mouse movements or steady touch dragging. Jerky movements make aiming and positioning harder. - Periphery Vision: Pay attention to enemies spawning at screen edges. Early detection gives you time to react and reposition. - Combo Building: If combos are available, try to chain kills together for score multipliers, but never at the expense of safety. - Health Management: If health regeneration or pickups exist, prioritize them when health is low. Don't engage unnecessary fights when weak. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES: - Orbital Movement: Circle around enemy groups rather than charging straight in. This makes you harder to hit while allowing consistent firing. - Kiting: Lure enemies into following you, then turn and attack. This groups enemies for easier elimination and creates space. - Predictive Shooting: Lead your shots on moving targets. Aim where enemies will be, not where they are. - Boundary Utilization: Use screen edges strategically. Sometimes backing against a boundary can protect one flank. - Multi-target Management: Learn to track multiple enemies simultaneously. Divide attention between threats and opportunities. - Movement Patterns: Develop consistent movement patterns that minimize predictable trajectories while maintaining control. - Timing Windows: Identify safe moments to engage aggressively versus when to retreat and regroup. - Resource Conservation: If limited ammo or abilities exist, use them strategically during high-difficulty moments rather than wastefully. - Screen Control: Position yourself to control maximum screen space, giving you more reaction time and tactical options. - Endurance Building: Practice extended survival sessions to build endurance and improve reaction times under pressure. WINNING AND PROGRESSION: - Survival Goals: Your main objective is to survive as long as possible. There's no explicit win condition - challenge yourself to beat your previous best time. - Score Achievement: Compete against your own high scores. Track personal records for longest survival time and highest points earned. - Skill Development: As you play more, you'll naturally improve at enemy pattern recognition, movement efficiency, and combat timing. - Progressive Difficulty: The game automatically increases challenge over time, providing continuous engagement without manual level selection. - Mastery Challenge: Aim to survive longer and score higher with each session. Master the controls and develop your own strategies. - Endless Mode: Enjoy infinite replayability as each session offers unique enemy spawn patterns and increasing challenges. - Performance Tracking: Monitor your improvement through survival times and scores. Set personal milestones and goals. - Achievement Hunting: If achievements exist, work toward unlocking them through extended play and skill development. Enjoy commanding Captain Callisto's starship through the cosmos and test your skills in this intense space arcade shooter!