Pong

1970s Sports — Teaches paddle collision, ball physics, scoring, and simple AI. The absolute starting point — every game dev should build Pong first.

Ball & Paddles

Concept: Two paddles that move vertically, a ball that bounces. Basic collision detection, no scoring yet.

AI Opponent

Concept: Simple CPU paddle that tracks the ball's y-position with reaction delay for fairness.

Scoring & Win

Concept: Score display, serve after each point, first-to-N win condition, speed increase per rally.

Screen Wrap & Polish

Concept: Alternate serving patterns, center line, wall top/bottom bounce sounds (Web Audio).

Two-Player Mode

Concept: Local multiplayer with keyboard splits (W/S vs arrows), versus screen.

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