Pac-Man Game Project

This project is an extended version of the classic Pac-Man game, developed in Java 17.0.2. It introduces various modifications and features outlined in the project documentation, including dynamic maze generation, unique character behaviors, and additional power-ups.

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Features
• Getting Started
  • Prerequisites
• Configuration
• Contributing

Overview

The Pac-Man game project is an implementation of the classic Pac-Man with several enhancements and modifications. The game includes randomly generated mazes, unique behaviors for Pac-Man and ghosts, a scoring system, and various power-ups. Each level features a different theme based on popular characters and franchises.

Features

• Dynamic Maze Generation: Ten levels with randomly generated mazes.
• Character Behaviors:
  • Pac-Man: Navigate the maze, collect Pac-Dots, and avoid ghosts.
  • Ghosts:
    • Blinky (Red): Increases speed after Pac-Man consumes a certain number of Pac-Dots.
    • Pinky (Pink): Takes a different route than Blinky, aiding in Pac-Man's pursuit.
    • Inky (Cyan): Acts erratically, making its behavior challenging to predict.
    • Clyde (Orange): Wanders without a specific route.
• Scoring System:
  • Earn points for collecting Pac-Dots and special prizes.
  • Points for eating ghosts increase consecutively.
  • Special prizes based on level completion.
• Power-Ups:
  • Power Pellets: Temporarily allows Pac-Man to eat ghosts.
  • Enclosure: Sends two randomly selected ghosts back to their home.
  • Super Speed: Doubles Pac-Man's speed for a limited time.
• Trohphies: Achievements awarded for in-game accomplishments.
• Difficulty Levels: Easy, Medium, Difficult, with varying ghost behaviors.
• Player Statistics: Tracks various game statistics.
• Top 10 High Scores: Persistent record of the best players.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Java 17.0.2
• Java IDE (IntelliJ, Eclipse, etc.)