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Code Quest (Text-Based Adventure Game)
Concept: A text-based adventure game where the player solves coding challenges to
progress through the story.
How It Works:
o The player is presented with a problem (e.g., fix a bug, write a function, or solve a
logic puzzle).
o They must write or complete a piece of code to advance.
o The game checks the code and provides feedback.
Learning Outcomes:
o Basic syntax, loops, conditionals, and functions.
o Debugging skills.
Syntax Sprint (Typing Game)
Concept: A fast-paced typing game where the player must type
correct C syntax as quickly as possible.
How It Works:
o The game displays a partially complete code snippet with
missing keywords, brackets, or semicolons.
o The player must type the missing parts correctly before time
runs out.
Learning Outcomes:
o Familiarity with C syntax and structure.
o Speed and accuracy in coding.
Example:
Display:
int main() {
____ i = 0;
while (i < 10) {
printf("%d\n", i);
i++;
}
return 0;
}
Bug Hunter (Debugging Game)
Concept: A game where the player acts as a "bug hunter" and fixes
errors in code snippets.
How It Works:
o The game provides a piece of code with intentional bugs (e.g.,
syntax errors, logical errors, or runtime errors).
o The player must identify and fix the bugs to progress.
Learning Outcomes:
o Debugging skills.
o Understanding common errors in C programming.
Example:
o Code with Bug:
int main() {
int x = 5;
if (x = 10) {
printf("x is 10\n");
}
return 0;
}
o Player must fix the bug by changing if (x = 10) to if (x == 10).
Game Concept: Code Quest + TypeMaster
Storyline: The player is a programmer on a quest to save a digital
world by solving coding challenges.
Gameplay:
1. The player progresses through levels or chapters by solving
coding challenges.
2. Each challenge involves typing or completing code snippets
under time pressure.
3. The game provides feedback on accuracy and speed.
4. The story unfolds as the player completes challenges.
Game Features
1. Story-Driven Levels:
o Each level has a narrative (e.g., "Fix the broken bridge by writing
a function to calculate the sum of two numbers").
o The story progresses as the player completes challenges.
2. Coding Challenges:
o Players are given incomplete code snippets or problems to solve.
o They must type or complete the code within a time limit.
3. Time Pressure:
o Each challenge has a timer to add excitement and urgency.
4. Feedback System:
o The game checks the player's code for correctness.
o It provides hints or explanations if the player makes mistakes.
5. Scoring System:
o Players earn points based on accuracy and speed.
o Bonus points for completing challenges without errors.
6. Progressive Difficulty:
o Early levels focus on basic syntax (e.g., loops, conditionals).
o Later levels introduce more complex concepts (e.g., pointers, file
handling).
Example Game Flow
1. Level 1: The Broken Bridge
o Story: "The bridge is broken! Write a function to calculate the
sum of two numbers to repair it."
o Challenge: Complete the following code:
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int sum(int a, int b) {
return ____;
}
o Player Input: a + b
o Game Feedback: "Correct! The bridge is repaired. You earned 10
points."
2. Level 2: The Locked Door
o Story: "The door is locked! Write a loop to print numbers from 1
to 10 to unlock it."
o Challenge: Complete the following code:
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for (int i = 1; i <= 10; i++) {
printf("%d\n", ____);
}
o Player Input: i
o Game Feedback: "Correct! The door is unlocked. You earned 15
points."
3. Level 3: The Maze
o Story: "You're trapped in a maze! Write a function to find the
factorial of a number to escape."
o Challenge: Complete the following code:
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int factorial(int n) {
if (n == 0) {
return ____;
}
return n * factorial(n - 1);
}
o Player Input: 1
o Game Feedback: "Correct! You escaped the maze. You earned 20
points."
