Crimson Knight

A medieval 2D action platformer built with Pygame featuring dynamic combat, progressive difficulty, and an upgrade system.

Features

• Dynamic Combat System: Multiple attack types (normal, heavy, critical) with combo mechanics
• Progressive Difficulty: Enemy stats and AI improve with each level
• Upgrade System: Choose from random upgrades after each level
• Multiple Enemy Types: Goblins, Skeletons, and Boss Monsters
• Power-ups: Shield, damage boost, speed boost, freeze enemies
• Level System: 10 unique platform layouts with boss levels every 5 levels
• Save/Load System: Save your progress and continue later
• Highscore Tracking: Top 10 scores saved locally

Controls

• Arrow Keys / WASD: Move left/right
• Space / W: Jump
• Left Click: Sword Attack (hold to charge heavy attack)
• Right Click: Activate Shield (blocks projectiles, 3s duration, 6s cooldown)
• R / E: Cast Fireball (costs mana)
• ESC: Pause game
• Q: Quit to menu (from pause)

Requirements

• Python 3.7+
• Pygame

Installation

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/cquil11/robotgame2D.git
cd robotgame2D  # Note: Folder name unchanged for compatibility

# Install dependencies
pip install pygame

# Run the game
python Main.py

Project Structure

robotgame2D/
├── Main.py           # Main game loop and logic
├── sprites.py        # All sprite classes (Player, enemies, items)
├── settings.py       # Game configuration and constants
├── screens.py        # Menu and screen rendering
├── ui_dialogs.py     # UI dialog boxes
├── upgrades.py       # Upgrade system
├── game_utils.py     # Utility functions
├── highscores.py     # Highscore management
├── images/           # Game sprites and graphics
├── sounds/           # Sound effects and music
├── highscore.txt     # Single highscore (legacy)
└── highscores.json   # Top 10 highscores

Gameplay

• Defeat all enemies on each level to progress
• Collect coins for points
• Collect hearts to restore health
• Complete levels quickly for time bonuses
• Perfect clear (no damage) awards bonus points
• Every 5th level is a boss battle
• Choose upgrades between levels to enhance your character

License

MIT License - See repository for details