Asteroids Reborn

A modern reimagining of the classic arcade game Asteroids, featuring momentum-based physics, procedural generation, various asteroid types, and roguelike progression.

Features

• Momentum-based movement with realistic physics
• Multiple asteroid types with unique behaviors:
  • Normal rocky asteroids
  • Ice asteroids that shatter
  • Mineral-rich asteroids that drop resources
  • Unstable asteroids that explode
• Power-up system with shields, rapid fire, and extra lives
• Particle effects for explosions and visual flair
• Progressive difficulty with increasing levels

Installation

Requirements

• Python 3.7+
• Pygame 2.0.0+

Setup

1. Clone this repository:

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/asteroidsreborn.git
cd asteroidsreborn

2. Install dependencies:

pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Run the game:

python main.py

Controls

• Arrow Keys or W/A/S/D: Control ship movement
  • Up/W: Thrust
  • Left/A: Rotate left
  • Right/D: Rotate right
• Space: Fire weapons
• Escape: Pause game
• R: Restart (after game over)

Gameplay Tips

• Momentum is conserved in space - you'll continue moving until you apply thrust in the opposite direction.
• Different asteroid types have different behaviors:
  • Unstable asteroids (red) explode and damage nearby asteroids when destroyed.
  • Mineral asteroids (gold/copper) are tougher but worth more points.
  • Ice asteroids (light blue) are fragile but fast.
• Power-ups appear randomly when destroying asteroids:
  • Blue shield: Temporary invulnerability
  • Orange lightning: Rapid fire mode
  • Green heart: Extra life
• The game gets progressively harder with each level:
  • More asteroids
  • Faster asteroid movement
  • More challenging asteroid types

Development Roadmap

• Core gameplay mechanics
• Basic asteroid types
• Power-up system
• Advanced enemy types (alien ships)
• Weapon upgrades
• Campaign mode with missions
• Multiplayer support

Credits

Developed as a modern reimagining of the classic Atari game Asteroids (1979).