Introduction

Howdy! Welcome to the Deadline Sharpshooter. This is a free online game developed by three undergraduates from Washington University in St. Louis. 

"Deadline Sharpshooter" is an exhilarating shooting game that challenges players to master precision and timing in a race against the clock. The game's core loop revolves around the simple yet addictive mechanics of using the keyboard to move and the spacebar to fire, ensuring that players of all skill levels can jump in and enjoy the action without a steep learning curve.

Core Gameplay

First Scene

• Action: Players control the student character by navigating left and right using the arrow keys.  Firing pencils is executed with space bar, giving players the satisfying experience of shooting in real-time. But don't fire too fast or you'll have to wait a few seconds for the student to reload.
• Obstacle: The primary challenge comes from the game's moving targets. These targets vary in speed and patterns, requiring players to anticipate their movements and adjust their aim accordingly. The dynamic nature of the targets ensures that each session offers a unique challenge, pushing players to continually refine their aiming and firing skills. If the player gets lucky, they may even make it to the boss, a certain familiar face to fellow students of Washington University in St. Louis.
• Goal: The ultimate objective of "Deadline Sharpshooter" is to hit as many targets as possible within a given timeframe. The ticking clock adds a layer of urgency to the gameplay, encouraging quick thinking and rapid reflexes. Players must balance the need for precision with the pressure of the deadline, creating a thrilling gameplay experience that keeps them coming back for more.
• Features
  • Power-ups that randomly spawn to give the player temporary infinite ammo
  • Different enemies to represent the many different assignments faced by students every day.

• Progressive Difficulty: As players advance, the game gradually increases in difficulty, introducing faster-moving targets and more complex patterns to keep the challenge engaging.

Boss Scene

Defeat the Chancellor Martin and get your diploma!!

• Action: Nothing different from the first scene.
• Obstacle: Hit the boss while dodging the upcoming enemies! Don't let your health bar go to zero otherwise you have to start from the beginning!
• Goal: Defeat the Chancellor Martin and get your diploma!!!

"Deadline Sharpshooter" is more than just a game; it's a test of skill, precision, and speed. Whether you're looking to kill some time or improve your aiming skills, this game promises fun and challenge! Get ready to aim and shoot your way to the top of the class!

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