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Wizard Quest 🧙‍♂️

A magical location-based AR combat game where wizards battle for supremacy on college campuses! Cast spells, collect magical items, and dominate the leaderboard in this immersive augmented reality experience.

🌐 Live Demo

Try Wizard Quest Now: https://wizard-quest-uga.vercel.app

Experience the magic directly in your browser - no installation required!

⚠️ Note: For the best experience, use a mobile device with GPS and camera capabilities to enable AR features and location-based gameplay.

Demo Credentials

Wizard Login (Student)

Simply enter any wizard name to log in — no password required. Or use Continue as Guest for instant access.

Wizard Name Notes
FireMage Level 5 wizard
IceQueen Level 3 wizard
(any name) Creates a new wizard profile
Guest Click "Continue as Guest" — no name needed

Institution Login

Access the institution dashboard to design maps, place items, and manage students.

Institution Name Password
University of Magic wizard123
Arcane Academy magic123

Institution portal: https://wizard-quest-uga.vercel.app/institution/login

🎮 Features

Core Gameplay

  • Location-Based Combat: Real-world GPS positioning for strategic battles
  • AR Spell Casting: Hand gesture recognition for authentic wizard combat
  • Item Collection: Discover potions, gems, wands, and scrolls across campus
  • Multiplayer Battles: Challenge other wizards in real-time combat
  • Institution Management: Design and manage magical territories

Game Modes

  • Guest Mode: Jump in instantly and start your magical journey
  • Student Mode: Create your wizard profile and track progress
  • Institution Mode: Design maps, place items, and manage student access
  • AR Mode: Full augmented reality experience with device orientation
  • CV Mode: Computer vision hand tracking for spell casting

🏗️ Architecture

Frontend (Next.js + TypeScript)

  • Modern React: Next.js 16 with TypeScript
  • Motion Graphics: Framer Motion for smooth animations
  • AR Support: WebXR, AR.js, and custom AR rendering
  • Map Integration: Leaflet with custom magical tile layers
  • Real-time Updates: WebSocket connections for live gameplay

Backend (FastAPI + PostgreSQL)

  • Python API: FastAPI with async/await
  • Geospatial Database: PostgreSQL with PostGIS
  • Authentication: JWT tokens and guest sessions
  • Location Services: Real-time GPS tracking and proximity detection
  • Battle Engine: Turn-based combat system

Database Schema

institutions → maps → items
    ↓           ↓       ↓
  profiles → map_access → battle_logs

🚀 Quick Start

🌐 Try It Live First

No installation required! Experience Wizard Quest immediately: https://wizard-quest-uga.vercel.app

Local Development Setup

If you want to run Wizard Quest locally:

Prerequisites

  • Node.js 18+
  • Python 3.8+
  • PostgreSQL with PostGIS extension
  • Mobile device with camera and GPS (for AR features)

Installation

  1. Clone the repository
git clone <repository-url>
cd ugahacks-11
  1. Install Frontend Dependencies
cd frontend
npm install
  1. Install Backend Dependencies
cd backend
pip install -r requirements.txt
  1. Setup Database
# Create PostgreSQL database with PostGIS
createdb wizard_quest

# Run database initialization
psql wizard_quest < backend/db-init/01_init.sql
psql wizard_quest < backend/db-init/02_mock_data.sql
psql wizard_quest < backend/db-init/03_guest_user.sql
psql wizard_quest < backend/db-init/04_fix_mock_items.sql
psql wizard_quest < backend/db-init/05_map_access.sql
  1. Start Development Servers
# Backend (port 8000)
cd backend
uvicorn main:app --host 0.0.0.0 --port 8000 --reload

# Frontend (port 3000)
cd frontend
npm run dev
  1. Access the Application

🎯 Gameplay Overview

Getting Started

  1. Choose Your Path: Play as guest or create a wizard profile
  2. Explore Campus: Move around to discover magical items
  3. Learn Spells: Master hand gestures for powerful incantations
  4. Battle Rivals: Challenge nearby wizards for magical supremacy
  5. Join Institution: Connect with your school's magical community

Combat System

  • Hand Gesture Spells: Draw patterns in the air to cast spells
  • Elemental Magic: Attack, defense, and reflection spells
  • Strategic Positioning: Use terrain to your advantage
  • Power-ups: Collect items for temporary boosts
  • Leaderboard Rankings: Climb the ranks of powerful wizards

Item Collection

  • Potions: Temporary buffs and healing
  • Gems: Power crystals for spell enhancement
  • Wands: Magical instruments for casting
  • Scrolls: Ancient spells and knowledge
  • Chests: Treasure boxes with random rewards

📱 Screenshots

Main Game Interface

Main Game The magical campus map with real-time item locations

Spell Casting Interface

Spell Casting Computer vision hand tracking for authentic spell casting

AR Battle Mode

AR Battle Augmented reality combat with magical effects

Item Collection

Item Collection Discover and collect magical items across campus

Battle Arena

Battle Arena Intense wizard battles with particle effects

Institution Dashboard

Institution Dashboard Manage maps and items for your magical institution

AR Map View

AR Map View See the magical world through AR glasses

Inventory Management

Inventory Organize your magical items and equipment

Multiplayer Combat

Multiplayer Combat Challenge other wizards in real-time battles

🏫 Institution Features

Map Design

  • Custom Territories: Design magical maps for your institution
  • Item Placement: Strategically place potions, gems, and treasures
  • Student Access: Grant access to specific students or groups
  • Analytics: Track engagement and activity

Student Management

  • Access Control: Manage who can access your magical maps
  • Progress Tracking: Monitor student advancement
  • Battle Records: View combat history and achievements

🔧 Technical Features

Real-time Geolocation

  • GPS Integration: Accurate positioning for gameplay
  • Proximity Detection: Find nearby players and items within range
  • Geofencing: Define magical boundaries and territories

Computer Vision

  • Hand Tracking: MediaPipe for gesture recognition
  • Pattern Recognition: Identify spell casting movements
  • AR Integration: Overlay magical effects on real world

Performance Optimizations

  • Lazy Loading: Efficient map tile and asset loading
  • Caching: Smart caching for faster response times
  • Optimized Rendering: Smooth animations and transitions

🧪 Development

Environment Setup

# Frontend
cd frontend
npm run dev          # Development server
npm run build        # Production build
npm run lint         # Code linting
npm run type-check   # TypeScript checking

# Backend
cd backend
uvicorn main:app    # Development server
pytest              # Run tests

API Endpoints

Authentication

  • POST /api/auth/guest/login - Guest user login
  • POST /api/auth/user/login - User login
  • POST /api/auth/user/login - User registration

Players

  • GET /api/player/{id} - Get player profile
  • GET /api/player/{id}/inventory - Get player items
  • GET /api/player/{id}/maps - Get player maps
  • PATCH /api/player/sync - Update player location

Items

  • GET /api/map/{id}/proximity - Get nearby items
  • POST /api/items/collect - Collect an item
  • POST /api/items/use - Use an item
  • POST /api/items/spawn - Spawn new item

Institutions

  • POST /api/institution/login - Institution login
  • GET /api/institution/{id}/maps - Get institution maps
  • POST /api/institution/{id}/items - Create items
  • GET /api/institution/{id}/students - Get students

Database Schema

-- Core tables
institutions (id, name, password_hash)
maps (id, name, institution_id)  
profiles (id, name, level, wins, losses, gems, location)
items (id, type, subtype, owner_id, map_id, location, expires_at)
battle_logs (id, attacker_id, defender_id, winner_id, created_at)

-- Access control
map_access (profile_id, map_id, granted_at)

-- Geographic indexes
CREATE INDEX idx_items_location ON items USING GIST(location);
CREATE INDEX idx_profiles_location ON profiles USING GIST(location);

🎨 Customization

Map Styling

  • Custom Tiles: Magical theme with spell effects
  • Particle Systems: Dynamic visual effects
  • Day/Night Cycle: Time-based appearance changes

Item System

  • Custom Items: Define new magical artifacts
  • Rarity System: Common, rare, epic, legendary items
  • Special Effects: Particle animations and sound effects

🔒 Security

Authentication

  • JWT Tokens: Secure session management
  • Guest Sessions: Temporary access without registration
  • Institution Login: School-specific authentication

Data Protection

  • Location Privacy: Configurable GPS accuracy
  • Data Encryption: Secure communication protocols
  • Access Control: Role-based permissions

🚀 Deployment

Docker Setup

# Frontend Dockerfile
FROM node:18-alpine
WORKDIR /app
COPY package*.json ./
RUN npm ci --only=production
COPY . .
EXPOSE 3000
CMD ["npm", "start"]

Production Environment

# Backend deployment
docker-compose up -d

# Frontend build
npm run build
npm run start

📊 Performance

Metrics

  • Response Time: <200ms for API calls
  • GPS Accuracy: Within 5 meters
  • AR FPS: 30-60 FPS on modern devices
  • Concurrent Users: 1000+ simultaneous players

Optimization Techniques

  • Database Indexing: Optimized geospatial queries
  • Caching Layer: Redis for frequently accessed data
  • CDN: Static asset delivery
  • Load Balancing: Multiple backend instances

🤝 Contributing

Development Workflow

  1. Fork the repository
  2. Create feature branch: git checkout -b feature/magical-feature
  3. Commit changes: git commit -m 'Add magical spell casting'
  4. Push branch: git push origin feature/magical-feature
  5. Submit Pull Request

Code Standards

  • TypeScript: Strong typing throughout
  • ESLint: Consistent code formatting
  • Prettier: Automated code styling
  • Tests: Unit tests for all features

📄 License

MIT License - see LICENSE file for details

🙏 Acknowledgments

Technologies Used

  • Frontend: Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Framer Motion
  • Backend: FastAPI, Python, PostgreSQL, PostGIS
  • AR/VR: WebXR, AR.js, Three.js, MediaPipe
  • Maps: Leaflet, OpenStreetMap

Libraries & APIs

  • Animation: Framer Motion, GSAP
  • Geolocation: Browser Geolocation API
  • Camera: WebRTC, MediaDevices API
  • Storage: IndexedDB, LocalStorage

Wizard Quest - Where Magic Meets Reality! 🪄✨

Built with ❤️ by the UGA Hacks team

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