Evil Glitch

CONTROLS: - Desktop: - W Key (keyCode 87): Move up - A Key (keyCode 65): Move left - S Key (keyCode 83): Move down - D Key (keyCode 68): Move right - Left Mouse Button / Click: Fire weapons / Shoot - Right Mouse Button / Click: Activate warptime (slow down time) - Mouse Movement: Aim or control cursor direction - Mobile/Tablet: - Touch controls not explicitly implemented (desktop-focused game) BASIC MECHANICS: 1. Movement System: - Move in four directions using WASD keys - Discrete grid-based movement (21x21 grid) - Movement updates in real-time - Player position tracked on grid - Smooth movement between grid cells 2. Shooting: - Fire weapons with left mouse click - Projectiles shoot toward mouse cursor position - Continuous shooting while holding left mouse button - Bullets/projectiles interact with enemies - Aim based on mouse cursor location 3. Warptime Ability: - Activate warptime with right mouse click - Slows down time when activated - Hold right mouse button to maintain warptime - Strategic time manipulation for difficult situations - Use warptime to dodge attacks or line up shots 4. Wave Progression: - Progress through 6 main waves - Wave indicator shows current wave (1/6, 2/6, etc.) - After wave 6, enter "evil" mode (infinite difficulty) - Each wave increases difficulty and enemy density - Wave system determines spawn rates and patterns 5. Enemy Spawning: - Enemies spawn at specific score/time milestones - Spawn patterns defined by wave and score thresholds - Various enemy types appear throughout gameplay - Enemy spawning increases with progression - Spawn events trigger at specific point values 6. Grid-Based Battlefield: - 21x21 grid system (Z = 21, 40px per cell) - Grid provides structured movement space - Enemies spawn and move on grid - Collision detection based on grid positions - Visual grid lines help navigation 7. Scoring System: - Points earned by defeating enemies - Score displayed continuously during gameplay - High score (record) tracked and saved - New records trigger special notifications - Score milestone events trigger gameplay changes 8. Collision Detection: - Collision checks between player and enemies - Bullet collisions with enemies - Grid-based collision system - Precise hit detection for combat - Collision results in damage or death 9. Visual Effects: - Glitch aesthetic with shader effects - Multiple visual shader filters - Glitch distortion effects on graphics - Chromatic aberration effects - Dynamic color shifts and glitch patterns - Screen effects change based on game state 10. Enemy Types: - Multiple enemy types with different behaviors - Enemies may split into multiple parts when destroyed (type 12, 14) - Different enemy sizes and collision radii - Enemy movement patterns vary - Enemy difficulty increases with waves 11. Game Over: - Game over when player dies (collision with enemy) - Final score displayed on game over screen - "Game Over" message shown - High score comparison displayed - New record notification if achieved 12. Difficulty Scaling: - Difficulty increases with each wave - Enemy spawn frequency increases - More challenging patterns at higher waves - Evil mode (post-wave 6) provides ultimate challenge - Score milestones trigger difficulty spikes 13. Audio System: - Procedural music generation - Multiple audio tracks (lead, harmony, bass) - Dynamic audio synthesis - Musical elements change with gameplay - Sound effects for actions and events 14. Save System: - High score saved to localStorage - Record persists between sessions - Achievement tracking (cheat codes mentioned) - Stats saved automatically 15. Game Modes: - Normal mode: Standard wave progression - Evil mode: Infinite difficulty after wave 6 - Special modes may unlock with achievements - Mode affects enemy spawning and difficulty STRATEGIC TIPS: - WASD Mastery: Master four-directional movement. Quick direction changes help avoid enemy fire and position for shots. - Warptime Timing: Use warptime strategically for difficult moments. Don't waste it on easy enemies - save for dangerous situations. - Grid Awareness: Understand grid layout. Knowing your position helps plan movement and predict enemy spawns. - Mouse Aiming: Aim precisely with mouse cursor. Accurate shooting eliminates enemies faster and reduces danger. - Wave Preparation: Prepare for difficulty increases at each wave. Wave transitions bring new challenges - be ready. - Enemy Prioritization: Identify most dangerous enemies first. Focus fire on immediate threats before weaker enemies. - Movement Efficiency: Move efficiently through grid. Unnecessary movement wastes time and exposes you to danger. - Warptime Conservation: Don't overuse warptime. It's a powerful tool but using it constantly may leave you vulnerable when it's needed most. - Score Management: Track score milestones. Certain scores trigger special events - be prepared for difficulty spikes. - Survival Focus: Prioritize survival over aggressive play. Staying alive longer generates higher scores. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES: - Grid Positioning: Master optimal grid positions. Some positions offer better defensive angles and escape routes. - Enemy Splitting: Understand enemy splitting mechanics (types 12, 14). Destroying certain enemies creates multiple smaller threats. - Warptime Combos: Combine warptime with movement. Slow time to reposition, then resume normal speed for better angles. - Pattern Recognition: Learn enemy spawn patterns. Score-based spawning allows prediction of upcoming threats. - Evasive Movement: Develop evasive movement patterns. Consistent dodging patterns help avoid enemy attacks. - Shooting Efficiency: Maximize shooting efficiency. Don't waste shots - aim carefully for maximum damage per bullet. - Wave Transitions: Master wave transition timing. Each new wave requires strategy adjustment. - Score Optimization: Optimize scoring through efficient enemy elimination. Faster kills mean more points and less danger. - Evil Mode Survival: Prepare for evil mode challenges. Post-wave 6 gameplay requires perfect execution and strategy. - Multi-Tasking: Learn to move, shoot, and manage warptime simultaneously. Multi-tasking improves survival and scores. WINNING AND PROGRESSION: - Wave Completion: Progress through all 6 waves. Each wave completed is an achievement. - High Score Achievement: Beat your previous high score with each session. Continuous improvement shows skill development. - Record Setting: Set new personal records. High scores saved and tracked for comparison. - Evil Mode Mastery: Survive and score in evil mode. Ultimate challenge requires mastering all mechanics. - Score Milestones: Reach specific score milestones. Various milestones trigger events and messages throughout gameplay. - Enemy Elimination: Master defeating all enemy types. Understanding each enemy's behavior improves survival. - Survival Time: Survive longer in each session. Extended survival enables higher scores and more progression. - Skill Development: Improve movement, shooting, and warptime usage through practice. Skill development enables higher scores. - Pattern Mastery: Master enemy spawn patterns and wave transitions. Pattern knowledge optimizes gameplay. - Perfect Play: Aim for flawless runs combining all techniques. Perfect play enables maximum scores and progression. Enjoy surviving through waves of enemies and battling the evil glitch in this challenging arcade shooter!