PIP Breakout

A modern implementation of the classic PIP Breakout game using C++ and the Raylib library. This version includes multiple difficulty levels, power-ups, moving bricks, and a timer-based challenge.

Features

• Three Difficulty Levels:

  • Easy: Larger paddle, fewer bricks, 1.5-minute timer.
  • Medium: Smaller paddle, more bricks with 1-2 hits required, 2-minute timer.
  • Hard: Smallest paddle, most bricks with 1-3 hits required, some bricks move, 2.5-minute timer.

• Power-Ups:

  • Paddle Size Up: Increases paddle width.
  • Ball Speed Up: Increases ball speed.
  • Extra Life: Grants an additional life.
  • Multi-Ball: Spawns two additional balls.

• Game Mechanics:

  • Score tracking and lives system.
  • Countdown timer that reduces lives when it runs out.
  • Moving bricks in Hard mode for added challenge.
  • Paddle-ball collision with dynamic ball direction based on hit position.

• Visuals and Controls:

  • Matte black background for a sleek look.
  • Color-coded bricks and power-ups.
  • Controls: Arrow keys (Left/Right) for paddle movement, [P] to pause, [B] to return to menu, [Enter] for menu navigation.

Prerequisites

• C++ Compiler: A C++17 compatible compiler (e.g., GCC, Clang, MSVC).
• Raylib: The Raylib library must be installed. Follow the Raylib installation guide for your platform.
• CMake (optional): For easier build configuration.

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/PIP-breakout.git
   cd PIP-breakout

2. Install Raylib:

   • Follow the instructions on the Raylib website or use a package manager:

     • Ubuntu:

       sudo apt-get install libraylib-dev

     • macOS (Homebrew):

       brew install raylib

     • Windows: Download prebuilt binaries or build from source.

3. Build the Game:

   • Using a Compiler Directly:

     g++ main.cpp -o breakout -lraylib -lGL -lm -lpthread -ldl -lrt -lX11

     Adjust flags based on your platform (e.g., remove -lX11 on Windows/macOS).

   • Using CMake (if a CMakeLists.txt is provided):

     mkdir build && cd build
     cmake ..
     make

4. Run the Game:

   ./breakout

How to Play

• Menu:

  • Use Up/Down Arrow Keys to select difficulty (Easy, Medium, Hard).
  • Press Enter to start the game.

• Gameplay:

  • Move the paddle with Left/Right Arrow Keys to bounce the ball.
  • Break all bricks to win the level.
  • Catch power-ups for bonuses.
  • Watch the timer—running out costs a life.
  • Press P to pause/unpause, B to return to the menu.

• Objective:

  • Clear all bricks before losing all lives or running out of time.
  • Progress through levels (Easy to Hard) with increasing difficulty.

Screenshots

Acknowledgments

• Built with Raylib, a simple and easy-to-use library for game development.
• Inspired by the classic PIP Breakout game.

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Have fun breaking bricks!