IDE Arcade 🎮

A VS Code extension that brings classic games directly into your editor - perfect for taking breaks while your code compiles!

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🎯 Features

• Game Launcher: Beautiful interface to choose between multiple games
• Multiple Games: Three classic games to choose from
• Sidebar & Bottom Panel: Play games in VS Code's sidebar or bottom panel
• Statistics Tracking: Track your scores and game history
• Seamless Integration: Stay in VS Code while gaming

🎮 Available Games

🎯 Beautiful game launcher with multiple classic games

1. Subway Surfers 🏃‍♂️

• Type: Endless runner
• Controls: A/D or Arrow keys to move, Space to jump
• Goal: Avoid obstacles and collect coins for high scores
• Features: Increasing difficulty, smooth physics, multiple lanes

2. Snake 🐍

• Type: Classic arcade
• Controls: Arrow keys or WASD to move
• Goal: Grow your snake by eating food, avoid walls and yourself
• Features: Increasing speed, smooth controls, classic gameplay

3. 2048 🔢

• Type: Puzzle/strategy
• Controls: Arrow keys or WASD to move tiles
• Goal: Merge tiles to reach 2048
• Features: Win condition, best score tracking, smooth animations

🚀 Getting Started

1. Install the Extension: Install "IDE Arcade" from the VS Code marketplace
2. Open IDE Arcade:
   • Click the game controller icon in the activity bar (left sidebar)
   • Or use Command Palette: IDE Arcade: Open IDE Arcade (Sidebar)
3. Choose Your Game: Click on any game card to start playing
4. Play & Enjoy: Use the controls shown in each game

🎯 Commands

• IDE Arcade: Open IDE Arcade (Sidebar) - Open games in the sidebar
• IDE Arcade: Open IDE Arcade (Bottom Panel) - Open games in the bottom panel
• IDE Arcade: Start IDE Arcade (Tab) - Open games in a new tab

🏆 Statistics

The extension tracks:

• Total Games Played: Across all games
• Best Score: Your highest score across all games
• Game-Specific High Scores: Individual best scores for each game

🎨 Features

• Modern UI: Beautiful, responsive design that fits VS Code's theme
• Back Navigation: Easy return to game launcher from any game
• Persistent Scores: Your progress is saved between sessions
• Quick Restart: Play again buttons in all games
• Responsive Design: Works in different panel sizes

🛠️ Technical Details

• Built with TypeScript and VS Code Extension API
• Uses WebView technology for seamless integration
• Local storage for score persistence
• Responsive CSS for various panel sizes
• Message passing between extension and games

🎮 Perfect For

• Compilation Breaks: Take a quick gaming break while waiting
• Debugging Pauses: Clear your mind with a fun game
• Code Review Breaks: Short mental breaks during long sessions
• Team Fun: Challenge colleagues to beat your high scores

🔮 Future Games

Planned additions:

• Poker
• Tetris
• Pac-Man
• And many more!

Happy Gaming! 🎮✨

Built with ❤️ for the VS Code community

🔗 Links

• GitHub Repository: View on GitHub
• Support the Project: Buy me a coffee ☕

IDE Arcade - Gaming breaks for developers