How to use the command "blockout2" (with examples)
The “blockout2” command allows users to play a Tetris-like game in 3D. It provides various functionalities to navigate and manipulate the game pieces in order to score points and win the game.
Use case 1: Start a new game
Code:
blockout2
Motivation: Starting a new game allows users to begin playing the game from the beginning. This is useful when the user wants a fresh start or when they have completed a game and would like to play again.
Explanation: The “blockout2” command with no arguments starts a new game.
Example output:
New game started
Use case 2: Navigate the current piece on a 2D plane
Code:
Up arrow key
Down arrow key
Left arrow key
Right arrow key
Motivation: Navigating the current piece on a 2D plane is crucial in order to strategically position the game piece and clear rows. By using the arrow keys, users can move the piece up, down, left, or right to fit it into the desired location.
Explanation:
- Up arrow key: Moves the current piece upwards on the 2D plane.
- Down arrow key: Moves the current piece downwards on the 2D plane.
- Left arrow key: Moves the current piece to the left on the 2D plane.
- Right arrow key: Moves the current piece to the right on the 2D plane.
Example output:
Piece moved down
Use case 3: Rotate the piece on its axis
Code:
Q
W
E
A
S
D
Motivation: Rotating the game piece on its axis helps users fit it into tight spaces or to create advantageous positions to clear rows efficiently. By rotating the piece, users can adjust its orientation to better suit their game strategy.
Explanation:
- Q: Rotates the current piece counterclockwise.
- W: Rotates the current piece clockwise.
- E: Rotates the current piece in the opposite direction.
- A: Rotates the current piece counterclockwise.
- S: Rotates the current piece clockwise.
- D: Rotates the current piece in the opposite direction.
Example output:
Piece rotated clockwise
Use case 4: Hard drop the current piece
Code:
Spacebar
Motivation: The hard drop functionality allows users to drop the current piece instantly to the bottom of the game grid. This can be helpful when the user wants to quickly position the piece without worrying about the precise movements required for a soft drop.
Explanation: Pressing the spacebar instantly drops the current piece to the bottom of the game grid.
Example output:
Piece hard dropped
Use case 5: Pause/unpause the game
Code:
p
Motivation: Pausing the game allows users to take a break or temporarily halt the gameplay. This is useful when the user wants to attend to other tasks or needs to step away from the game for a short period of time.
Explanation: Pressing the “p” key pauses the game. Pressing it again resumes the game.
Example output:
Game paused
Conclusion:
The “blockout2” command provides a Tetris-like game experience in 3D. With its various functionalities, such as starting a new game, navigating the current piece, rotating the piece, hard dropping the piece, and pausing the game, users can fully immerse themselves in the game and enjoy strategic gameplay in a 3D environment.
