Visionary Concept

Box Scrambler

A multiplayer sandbox where boxes rule the world

Game Overview

Box Scrambler is a multiplayer WebSocket game that serves as a prototype for our upcoming box-themed MMORPG. In this sandbox environment, you control a box character and interact with other players in real-time.

Move through the game area, encounter roaming boxes with unique behaviors, and place your own boxes to modify the environment. The world evolves based on player actions, creating a dynamic and ever-changing experience.

How to Play

  1. Create your box character with customizable colors and patterns
  2. Navigate through the game area using arrow keys or touch controls
  3. Interact with roaming boxes to trigger various effects
  4. Place your own boxes to build structures or mark territory
  5. Collaborate with other players to create complex box arrangements

Game Screenshot

Game Features

Real-Time Multiplayer

Interact with other players in a shared environment with instant updates via WebSockets.

Box Placement

Create your own structures by placing boxes of different colors and properties.

Roaming Boxes

Encounter AI-controlled boxes with unique behaviors and interactions.

Character Customization

Personalize your box character with different colors, patterns, and accessories.

In-Game Chat

Communicate with other players to coordinate activities or just socialize.

Prototype Features

Experience early versions of mechanics planned for our upcoming box-themed MMORPG.

Gameplay Modes

Free Roam

Explore the world at your own pace, interact with other players, and place boxes wherever you want.

Challenge Mode

Complete specific tasks and puzzles by collaborating with other players to arrange boxes in particular patterns.

Creative Mode

Unlimited box placement with enhanced tools for creating complex structures and artwork.

Technical Details

Box Scrambler serves as both a standalone game and a technical prototype for our more ambitious MMORPG project.

Technologies Used

  • WebSockets: For real-time communication between players
  • Angular: For responsive and interactive UI components
  • Quarkus: For high-performance backend services
  • Canvas API: For efficient rendering of the game world

The game features a custom-built physics system optimized for box interactions, allowing for realistic movement and collisions while maintaining performance even with many players.

Game Screenshot

Future Development

Box Scrambler is continuously evolving with new features and improvements

1

Enhanced Interaction

More ways to interact with boxes and other players, including special abilities and tools.

2

Persistent World

Save the state of the world between sessions, allowing for long-term construction projects.

3

Box Economy

Introduction of resources, crafting, and trading systems between players.

4

Full MMORPG Features

Evolution into a complete MMORPG with quests, character progression, and more complex gameplay.

Join the Box Scrambler Community

Help shape the future of our box-themed MMORPG by playing and providing feedback!