Endless Wave

CONTROLS: - Desktop - Keyboard: - Arrow Keys / WASD: Steer left and right - F Key: Activate speed boost - SPACEBAR: Start game or resume from pause - Refresh Page: Restart game - Desktop - Mouse: - Mouse Movement: Steer by moving mouse cursor - Right-Click: Activate speed boost - Double-Click: Start game or resume from pause - Refresh Page: Restart game - Desktop - Gamepad: - Thumbstick / D-Pad: Steer left and right - RT (Right Trigger): Activate speed boost - LB + RB: Restart game - Mobile/Tablet: - Swipe / Tap: Steer by swiping or tapping direction - Swipe Down Twice: Activate speed boost - Double Tap: Start game or resume from pause - Refresh Page: Restart game BASIC MECHANICS: 1. Steering and Movement: - Steer left and right using your chosen input method - Player moves continuously forward - Smooth steering controls with mouse, keyboard, touch, or gamepad - Player position updates in real-time based on input - Responsive controls adapt to input device 2. Endless Mode: - Travel as far as you can without crashing - Distance measured in meters (m) - Avoid obstacles and the kraken - Rescue friends for help with enemies - Progressive difficulty as distance increases - Goal: Set new distance records 3. Time Trial Mode: - Reach the end of the course as fast as possible - Time measured in seconds (s) - Collect coins to subtract time from your total - Fixed course layout (same each playthrough) - Goal: Find the shortest route and collect coins - Best time tracked as high score 4. Zig Zag Mode: - Pass through as many gates as you can in a row - Streak tracked (number of gates passed) - Streak resets if you miss a gate - Keep playing until lives run out - Score measured in gates passed - Goal: Maintain longest gate streak 5. Speed Boost: - Activate speed boost for temporary speed increase - Keyboard: Press F key - Mouse: Right-click - Touch: Swipe down twice - Gamepad: Press RT (Right Trigger) - Speed boost helps avoid obstacles or reach goals faster - Limited uses (power-up system) 6. Obstacles and Enemies: - Various obstacles block your path - Kraken enemy appears in Endless mode - Collision with obstacles causes crash/game over - Obstacles marked with hitbox visualization (high visibility mode) - Navigate around obstacles with steering - Progressive difficulty increases obstacle density 7. Coins: - Coins appear in Time Trial mode - Collect coins to subtract time from total - Each coin reduces time by 2 seconds - Strategic coin collection optimizes time trial scores - Coins positioned throughout the course 8. Gates: - Gates appear in Zig Zag mode - Pass through gates to increase streak - Missing a gate resets streak to zero - Multiple gates in sequence create longer streaks - Gate patterns require precise steering 9. Lives System: - Lives allow continued play after crashes - Lives run out eventually (Zig Zag mode mentions lives) - Rescue friends to gain help with enemies - Life system affects game over conditions - Track lives collected as statistic 10. Themes: - Surf Theme: Summer surfing theme with ocean visuals - Ski Theme: Winter skiing theme with snow visuals - Choose theme in game settings menu - Different visual styles but same gameplay - Theme affects graphics, colors, and atmosphere 11. Reduced Speed Mode: - Toggle reduced speed in settings - Slows down game speed for easier gameplay - More relaxed pace for casual play - Extra time to perform maneuvers - Useful for learning mechanics or accessibility 12. High Visibility Mode: - Toggle high visibility in settings - Shows hitboxes for collision detection - Crash hitboxes: Black (#000000) - Boost hitboxes: Green (#00FF00) - Avoid hitboxes: Red (#FF0000) - Helps understand collision boundaries 13. Scoring and High Scores: - Each mode tracks separate high scores - Endless: Distance in meters (m) - Time Trial: Best time in seconds (s) - Zig Zag: Best streak in gates - New best score notifications appear - Stats tracked per mode and overall 14. Game Modes Selection: - Switch modes in game settings menu - Must start new game to change mode - Mode selection disabled during active gameplay - Each mode has unique objectives and mechanics - Last selected mode saved in preferences 15. Power-ups and Collectibles: - Speed boosts available as power-ups - Power-ups collected tracked as statistics - Power-ups used tracked separately - Friends can be rescued for assistance - Strategic collection affects gameplay STRATEGIC TIPS: - Steering Precision: Practice smooth steering movements. Jerky movements make obstacle avoidance harder. - Obstacle Anticipation: Look ahead to anticipate obstacle patterns. Early reaction time is crucial for higher scores. - Speed Boost Timing: Save speed boosts for critical moments. Use boosts to escape kraken or reach difficult coins. - Coin Collection (Time Trial): Plan optimal coin collection routes. Each coin saves 2 seconds - prioritize coin paths. - Gate Navigation (Zig Zag): Maintain consistent gate passing. Missing one gate resets streak - focus on precision. - Friend Rescue: Rescue friends when possible. They provide help with enemies in Endless mode. - Theme Preference: Choose theme that helps you see obstacles better. Some players prefer one theme's visibility. - Reduced Speed: Use reduced speed mode to learn mechanics. Once comfortable, disable for faster gameplay. - High Visibility: Enable high visibility to learn hitboxes. Once you understand collisions, disable for cleaner visuals. - Pattern Recognition: Learn obstacle patterns across playthroughs. Time Trial has fixed patterns you can memorize. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES: - Optimal Routes: In Time Trial, find shortest routes with maximum coins. Memorize optimal paths through fixed course. - Kraken Evasion: Learn kraken attack patterns in Endless mode. Speed boosts help escape when caught. - Gate Streak Building: Build consistent rhythm in Zig Zag mode. Steady, predictable steering maintains streaks better. - Boost Conservation: Manage speed boost usage. Don't waste boosts on easy sections - save for emergencies. - Steering Mastery: Master steering for each input method. Mouse offers precision, keyboard offers consistency. - Distance Optimization: In Endless mode, maximize distance by efficient steering. Avoid unnecessary movements. - Coin Path Optimization: In Time Trial, calculate if coin detour saves net time. Some coins may slow you down. - Multi-Input Proficiency: Learn to play with different inputs. Each method has advantages for different situations. - Lives Management: Use lives strategically in Zig Zag mode. Don't waste lives on easy sections - save for difficult gates. - Pattern Memorization: Memorize Time Trial course layout. Fixed course allows route optimization through practice. WINNING AND PROGRESSION: - High Score Achievement: Beat your previous high scores in each mode. Continuous improvement shows skill development. - Endless Distance: Travel as far as possible in Endless mode. Push distance limits with each attempt. - Time Trial Mastery: Minimize time in Time Trial mode. Find optimal routes and coin collection strategies. - Zig Zag Streaks: Build longest gate streak in Zig Zag mode. Perfect gate passing sequences maximize streaks. - Mode Mastery: Master all three game modes. Each mode requires different skills and strategies. - Input Mastery: Become proficient with your preferred input method. Mastery improves scores significantly. - Obstacle Navigation: Perfect obstacle avoidance techniques. Higher scores require flawless navigation. - Speed Optimization: Learn when to use speed boosts effectively. Optimal boost usage improves all mode scores. - Theme Adaptation: Master gameplay with both themes. Adapt strategies to theme-specific visual differences. - Statistics Building: Track personal statistics. Monitor improvements in coins collected, power-ups used, etc. - Achievement Goals: Set personal goals for each mode. Challenge yourself with distance, time, and streak targets. Enjoy surfing and skiing through endless courses and competing for high scores in Endless Wave!