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Ping-Pong Game

A classic Pong game built with Python and Pygame. The objective is to outscore your opponent by hitting the ball past their paddle.

Table of Contents

  1. Installation
  2. How to Run
  3. Game Modes
  4. Sound Effects
  5. Game Controls
  6. Gameplay Win Conditions
  7. File Structure

Installation

Prerequisites

  • Python 3.6 or higher
  • Pygame library

How to Run

Create a folder in Desktop or any where you prefer and clone the repository in the terminal or command prompt inside that folder using this code:

git clone https://github.com/WekesaKelvin/Ping-Pong-game.git

After Cloning the repository Install pygame by running:

pip install pygame

Navigate into the repository folder:

cd Ping-Pong-game

Run the game by executing the following command in your terminal:

python ping_pong_game.py

Game Modes

Single Player: Play against the computer, aiming to beat its AI at varying difficulty levels.

Multiplayer: Compete against another player in a race to 10 points to claim victory.

Score Tracking

Players in single-player mode can track their highest scores against the computer.

Difficulty Levels

Easy: Slower ball speed and larger paddles for a relaxed gameplay experience.

Medium: A balanced challenge with moderate ball speed and paddle size.

Hard: High-intensity gameplay with faster ball speeds and smaller paddles for seasoned players.

Sound Effects

Dynamic sound effects enhance gameplay: Ball hits the wall. Ball is hit by a paddle. Player wins or loses a match.

Game Controls

  • Player (Right Paddle)

    • Move Up: Press the UP Arrow key
    • Move Down: Press the DOWN Arrow key

  • Opponent (Left Paddle)

    • Move Up: Press the W key
    • Move Down: Press the S key

Gameplay Win Conditions

Single Player Mode: Aim for the highest score possible against the computer.

Multiplayer Mode: Achieve the highest points within 20 seconds. If you reach the highest score before the timer ends, you win immediately.

Settings Section

  • Customize the game settings to adjust difficulty:
    • Ball Speed: Increase or decrease the speed of the ball.
    • Ball Size: Adjust the size of the ball for a personalized challenge.
    • Paddle Speed: Control how fast the paddles move.
    • Paddle Size: Modify the paddle size for easier or more challenging gameplay.
    • Match Type: Select specific match configurations to suit your skill level.

File Structure

Game.py - Main game code including game setup, event handling, animations, and main game loop.