Java Game Engine Prototype

Author: Adi Levy

Overview

This project is an object-oriented game framework built in Java using the LibGDX library.
It features a structured game loop, menu system, screen management, and a basic player vs enemy combat system.
The focus of this project is on software architecture and OOP design rather than narrative content.

Core Features

• Custom game loop
• Menu, pause, and game screens
• Object-oriented class hierarchy for game entities
• Player vs enemy combat prototype
• Modular level structure (LevelOne implemented as a template)

Controls

• WASD – Player movement
• Arrow keys – Fireball shooting
• Escape – Pause game

Class Structure

Button
Sprite
├──FireBall
├──Obstacle
└──LivingEntity
    ├──Enemy
    └──Player
MenuScreen (implements LibGDX Screen)
PauseScreen (implements LibGDX Screen)
GameScreen (implements LibGDX Screen)
└──LevelOne

Installation & Running

• Requires Java 17
• Uses Gradle for dependency management
• Download MyGame.jar from this repository
• Run from command line: java -jar MyGame.jar
• Or double-click the jar to launch the game

Credits:

All code and assets were created by Adi Levy.