🚀 TAMUHack X - Space Explorer 🌌

An educational space adventure game designed for kids under 12, combining fun physics-based gameplay with an AI-powered chatbot to teach them about the solar system!

🏆 Awards & Recognition

🏅 Winner of 4 awards at TAMUHack X 2024
💰 Secured $500+ in prizes

🌍 About the Game

Space Explorer takes young players on an interstellar journey across the 8 planets of the solar system! The game blends learning and gameplay by featuring:
✅ A spaceship exploration system – Fly between planets and learn fun facts about each one.
✅ Atmospheric Dodge Game – When landing on a planet, players must dodge enemies in a physics-based mini-game.
✅ AI Chatbot Guide – Powered by OpenAI, the chatbot answers space-related questions and adapts based on the player’s location.

🛠️ Tech Stack

• Frontend: React.js (Create React App)
• Backend: [If applicable, mention backend tech]
• AI: OpenAI API integration
• Physics Engine: [Specify if used, e.g., Matter.js, Box2D, or custom physics]
• Deployment: TBD (if applicable)

🚀 Getting Started

1️⃣ Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/your-username/tamuhack-space-explorer.git
cd tamuhack-space-explorer

2️⃣ Install Dependencies

npm install

3️⃣ Running the Game

Start the Development Server

npm start

• Runs the game in development mode.
• Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser.

Run Tests

npm test

Build for Production

npm run build

• Creates an optimized production build in the build/ directory.

📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.