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Memory Card Matching Game

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A memory card matching game with configurable grid sizes, card themes, move counter, timer, and best score tracking. Supports flip animations, sound effects, and difficulty levels with a polished g...

Target user

Casual gamers who enjoy memory and matching games

Problem

Casual gamers want a clean memory card game with themes, difficulty levels, and score tracking without ads or in-app purchases.

Requirements

  • Flip and match card pairs
  • Configurable grid sizes (4x4, 6x6, 8x8)
  • Move counter and timer
  • Best score tracking per difficulty
  • Card themes and flip animations

Core technologies

React, TypeScript, CSS

Completion criteria

Players can match cards at various difficulties with move/time tracking and best score persistence.

Optional extensions

  • Add sound effects
  • Implement multiplayer
  • Add custom card themes
  • Support daily challenges

Project phases

Phase 1: Phase 1: Card Mechanics

Tasks: Set up React project, Create card data model and shuffling, Build card flip component, Implement matching logic

Phase 2: Phase 2: Game Flow

Tasks: Add move counter and timer, Implement grid size selection, Build win state detection, Create difficulty levels

Phase 3: Phase 3: Polish

Tasks: Add card themes, Implement best score tracking, Add flip animations, Apply responsive design