This project is a Connect Four game implemented in Python using Pygame. It features a graphical interface, AI opponent, and support for two players (human vs. AI).
- Graphical Interface: A colorful game board rendered using Pygame.
- AI Opponent: A computer-controlled player powered by the Minimax algorithm with adjustable depth.
- Interactive Gameplay: Players take turns dropping pieces into columns to connect four in a row.
- Win Detection: Horizontal, vertical, and diagonal wins are detected automatically.
- Dynamic Turn Display: Visual indicator showing which player’s turn it is.
- Endgame Display: Displays the winner or a draw message when the game ends.
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Prerequisites:
- Python 3.9 or above
- Pygame library installed (
pip install pygame) - Numpy and Scipy libraries (
pip install numpy scipy)
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Clone or Download: Clone the repository or download the source files.
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Run the Game: Execute the following command:
python main.py
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Gameplay Instructions
- The goal is to connect four pieces in a row, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
- The Red player starts the game.
- The Yellow player is controlled by the AI.
- Click on a column to drop your piece.
- The game ends when:
- A player connects four pieces.
- The board is full (resulting in a draw).
