An exciting endless runner game where you sprint through a dense forest while being chased by a relentless monster. Test your reflexes, collect coins, and survive as long as you can!
- Game Overview
- Development Team
- Objective
- Key Features
- Controls
- Gameplay Mechanics
- Scoring System
- Win/Lose Conditions
- Design Pillars
- Technical Details
- Additional Features
- Getting Started
- Game Design Philosophy
Forest Runner X is a fast-paced running game that focuses on quick reactions and survival. Your character automatically runs forward through a forest environment while you navigate obstacles, collect coins, and stay ahead of the pursuing monster.
- @Nouran Hassan – Artificial Intelligence Student
- @Malak Mohamed – Artificial Intelligence Student
- @Yahia Elshobokshy – Artificial Intelligence Student
- @Roaa Khaled – Artificial Intelligence Student
Survive as long as possible by:
- Outrunning the chasing monster
- Avoiding obstacles in your path
- Collecting coins to increase your score
- Reaching the end of the forest level
- Constant Pursuit: A monster continuously chases you, creating intense pressure
- Keyboard Controls: Responsive keyboard-based movement for precise control
- Obstacle Navigation: Jump over logs and dodge trees, rocks, and pits
- Coin Collection: Gather coins worth 100 points each
- Fixed Difficulty: Consistent challenge focused on player skill
- Third-Person Perspective: Camera positioned behind the monster for clear visibility
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Left/Right Arrow | Move laterally between lanes |
| Spacebar/Up Arrow | Jump over obstacles |
| ESC/P | Pause game |
- Run - Character automatically moves forward at fixed speed
- React - Obstacles and coins appear ahead
- Avoid & Collect - Dodge obstacles while collecting coins
- Survive - Stay ahead of the monster
- Score - Earn points for each coin collected
- Jump Obstacles: Logs, tree roots
- Dodge Obstacles: Trees, rocks, bushes
- Pits/Gaps: Require precise timing
- Follows player continuously
- Adjusts speed to maintain pressure
- Catches player if within 2 meters
- Predictable but relentless behavior
- Each coin collected: +100 points
- Final score = Coins Collected × 100
- High scores encourage risky coin collection near obstacles
- Successfully reach the end of the forest level
- Monster catches the player (within 2 meters)
- Collision with fatal obstacles
- Constant Forward Motion - Keeps the action moving
- Simple Controls, High Tension - Easy to learn, challenging to master
- Clear Feedback - Visual and audio cues for all actions
- Risk vs Reward - Coins placed near obstacles encourage strategic play
- Predictable AI Pressure - Fair but challenging monster behavior
- Avatar: Player character with speed, jump, and lateral movement
- Monster: Chase entity with dynamic speed adjustment
- Items: Coins and various obstacle types
- Stats: Score tracking, win/lose status
- Forest setting with trees, logs, rocks, and natural hazards
- Procedurally placed obstacles ensuring at least one safe path
- Third-person camera following from behind
- Adjustable music and sound effects
- Pause functionality
- Menu navigation
- Performance stats display
- Optional cosmetic unlocks (future feature)
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/forest-runner-x.git
# Navigate to project directory
cd forest-runner-x
# Follow engine-specific setup instructions- Open the project in your preferred game engine
- Build and run the game
- Start playing with keyboard controls
- Survive and collect as many coins as possible!
- OS: Windows 10/11, macOS, or Linux
- Input: Keyboard required
- Display: 1920x1080 recommended
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Forest Runner X is designed to evoke excitement and tension through:
- Constant pursuit mechanics
- Quick reaction-based gameplay
- Risk-reward decision making
- Skill-based challenge without increasing difficulty over time
The game focuses on creating a fast-paced survival experience that's accessible to new players while offering depth for those seeking high scores.
Note
Difficulty remains fixed throughout the run - challenge is based on player skill, timing, and decision-making.
Important
Monster provides consistent pressure without artificial difficulty scaling - clear visual feedback keeps players informed of threats.
Tip
Coins placed near obstacles encourage risky play - balance safety with high scores for the best results!
This is an academic project developed as part of a game design course. For questions or feedback, please contact the development team members.
This project is developed for educational purposes.
Special thanks to our instructors and peers for their support and feedback throughout the development process.
Made with ❤️ by the Forest Runner X Team