Pixl-Blitz is a fast-paced browser-based retro pixel shooter developed using HTML5 Canvas, JavaScript, and the GSAP animation library. The game delivers classic arcade shooter mechanics where the player defends a central avatar from waves of enemies spawning along the edges of the screen. With smooth animations, dynamic enemy behavior, and responsive controls, Pixl-Blitz showcases lightweight game development using modern web technologies and animation workflows to create an engaging browser gaming experience.
Players control a central character that can rotate 360 degrees to shoot incoming enemies. Enemies spawn randomly from the edges of the canvas and move towards the player, creating an intense and challenging gameplay loop. The game features a scoring system based on how long the player survives and how many enemies they defeat, encouraging replayability and skill improvement.
Current features include:
- Uses Canvas for real-time 2D pixel graphics without external game engines
- Integrates GSAP for silky animation effects on enemies and projectiles
- Click anywhere on the screen to aim and shoot toward the pointer
- Enemies spawn randomly from screen edges and increase in challenge over time
- Particle explosions and HSL color variations add vibrant retro visuals
- Ongoing score display and end-of-game summary to motivate replayability
