A Snowball's Chance In Hell

By Ian Bravo, Jonathan Cheng, Onur Kaymak, Richard Barbour, & Jeremy Josol.

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About

Embark on a remarkable journey as a resilient Snowball in the scorching depths of Hell, where every moment is a test of determination and willpower. Our intrepid hero, the Snowball, faces impossible challenges and seemingly insurmountable odds, a reflection of life's adversities. In this gripping adventure, the Snowball strives to make the impossible possible.

Every action shapes the Snowball's destiny, making it more than just a test of skill but a test of your empathy. Can you guide the Snowball to safety and help it defy the odds against it? The answer lies in your hands in this thrilling adventure of resilience and the triumph of the will to survive.

Technologies Used

• Github
• VSCode/Visual Studio
• C#
• Unity
• Blender

Prerequisites

• Unity

Installing Unity:

If you don't already have Unity installed and set up, follow these steps to get started:

a. Download Unity Hub:

• Go to the Unity Hub download page and download the Unity Hub installer for your operating system.
• Install Unity Hub by running the downloaded installer and following the on-screen instructions.

b. Set Up Unity:

• Open Unity Hub after installation.

• Click the 'Installs' tab in Unity Hub.

• Click the 'Add' button to add a new Unity version.

• Select the desired version of Unity.

• In the modules selection, make sure to select at least the 'Unity Editor' module. You can add more modules based on your project's needs.

• Click 'Next' and complete the installation.

Creating a Unity ID:

If you don't already have a Unity ID, you'll need to create one to access Unity services and products:

a. Visit the Unity Sign Up Page:

• Go to the Unity Sign Up page.

b. Fill Out the Registration Form:

• Enter your email address, create a password, and complete the required fields.

• Review Unity's terms and conditions, privacy policy, and cookie policy.

c. Verify Your Email:

• Check your email for a verification link from Unity. Click the link to verify your email address.

d. Configure Unity to Use Visual Studio (or Visual Studio Code):

• In Unity, go to 'Edit' > 'Preferences' (or 'Unity' > 'Preferences' on macOS).

• Under the 'External Tools' section, choose 'External Script Editor.'

• Select 'Browse' and navigate to the Visual Studio (or Visual Studio Code) executable.

• Click 'Open.'

Cloning this repository

Choose the project directory and in your terminal enter the command:

$ git clone https://github.com/jeremyjosol/ASnowballsChanceInHell.git

You are now ready to work with the Unity project, create or edit scripts, and collaborate with the team as needed. Make sure to consult the project-specific documentation for additional setup and usage instructions.

Gameplay

You, the player, take on the role of the Snowball GameObject, and in this story of courage and tenacity, the Snowball reacts to your input with unwavering resolve. By applying directional forces, you guide the Snowball through a world engulfed in flames, where danger lurks at every corner.

Controls

Key	Action	Description
↑ Up Arrow	Go Forward	Move Player GameObject forward
← Left Arrow	Go Left	Move Player GameObject to the left
↓ Down Arrow	Go Backward	Move Player GameObject backward
→ Right Arrow	Go Right	Move Player GameObject to the right
␣ Spacebar	Jump	Make Player GameObject jump

Alternative Controls

Key	Action
W	Go Forward
A	Go Left
S	Go Backward
D	Go Right

Features and Mechanics

• Witness game world vessels respond to collisions, creating dynamic interactions.

• Feel the finely tuned Player speed for a balanced yet exhilarating experience.

• Encounter various GameObjects that offer speed boosts and slowdown effects.

• Experience a snowball melting effect with a beat-the-clock timer display.

• Monitor and improve user performance with an incrementable score display.

• Immerse in the game world with sound effects and background music.

• Face competitive win or lose conditions for an engaging challenge.

• Explore a customized game world environment's concept and design.

Credits and Acknowledgements

Assets

• Stone
• Terrain
• Snowball
• Snow and Ice
• Snow Forest
• Winter Village
• Rope Bridge
• Low Poly Fire
• Metallic Coin
• Score and Time
• Transparent Culling System

Music

• Artist: Aphex Twin
• Album: Drukqs
• Songs:
  • Bbydhyonchord
  • Vordhosbn

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Known Bugs

...Bugs? They're features! 😉

⚖️ License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. Copyright (C) 2023 Ian Bravo, Jonathan Cheng, Onur Kaymak, Richard Barbour, & Jeremy Josol. All Rights Reserved.

MIT License

Copyright (c) 2023 Ian Bravo, Jonathan Cheng, Onur Kaymak, Richard Barbour, & Jeremy Josol.

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