Frontend:

Vanilla JavaScript: For direct DOM manipulation to handle user interactions and updates to the game interface (e.g., rendering selections, handling canvas drawings).

HTML5 Canvas: Used for allowing users to draw on the second page of the comic.

CSS: For styling the game interface.

Netlify hosting

Backend:

Node.js

Render hosting

Storage:

Amazon Web Services/AWS was used as image storage for QR code integration.

Responsive Design: The application is fully responsive, providing an optimized experience across devices (tablet, desktop, and large mobile devices(landscaped Iphone Pros, etc.)).

Dynamic Storytelling: The game adapts based on user choices, creating a unique storyline for each player.

Save: Users can save their comic pages (using AWS)

-How to Play:

Choose options on the first page to shape the story.

Draw on the canvas on the second page to illustrate story.

Save the comic as images using the QR code feature.

Social Media Integration: Allow users to share comics on social platforms.

REACT/JSX/Redux: Switch code to utilize React and Redux

REACT Library: Create library for components to make easier comic creation in the future

Release version 1.0: Game realeased in conjunction with Virginia Children's Book Festival at Longwood Center of Visual ArtsReleased Oct 16th, 2024

Patch version 1.1: Based on witnessing the game being played by multiple people. Completely overhauled UX so that game flow follows the natural path of the story. Much easier to play and follow.Released Oct 17th, 2024

Patch version 1.12: Small UX update to smooth transitions and increase ease of play.Released Oct 18th, 2024