Rhythm

Game Roadmap

1. Pre-production

   • Define the core concept and gameplay goals.
   • Select tools and technologies for development.
   • Outline initial art and audio direction.

2. Prototype

   • Implement a minimal playable prototype focusing on the beat-matching mechanic.
   • Integrate placeholder assets for quick iteration.
   • Validate the fun factor through early testing.

3. Production

   • Create final art, music, and sound effects.
   • Expand level content and refine game mechanics.
   • Implement scoring, combos, and difficulty settings.

4. Testing

   • Conduct internal playtesting to polish gameplay.
   • Fix bugs and optimize performance across target platforms.

5. Launch

   • Prepare marketing material and publish the game.
   • Gather player feedback and monitor stability.

6. Post-launch

   • Release updates with new songs and features.
   • Continue community engagement and support.

Gameplay Loop

• Built around short rhythm mini-games similar to Rhythm Heaven.
• Each stage opens with a quick practice so players learn the rhythm.
• Tap or press buttons in sync with the beat during the main section.
• Accuracy is graded as Perfect, Good, or Miss and rolled into a final rank.
• Results show ranks like "Superb," "OK," or "Try Again," unlocking the next stage when cleared.

Running the Prototype

Install dependencies with pip and run the game script:

pip install -r requirements.txt
python prototype/rhythm_game.py