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Tromino Game for Arduino

This project implements a Tetris-like game called Tromino for Arduino using an LCD Keypad Shield.

Tromino Start Screen

Requirements

  • Arduino board (e.g., Arduino Uno)
  • LCD Keypad Shield
  • Arduino IDE

Setup

  1. Hardware Setup

    • Attach the LCD Keypad Shield to your Arduino board.
    • Connect a piezo buzzer or speaker to pin 3 for sound output.

  2. Software Setup

    • Download and install the Arduino IDE if you haven't already.
    • Open the Arduino IDE.

  3. Installing Required Libraries

    • Go to Sketch > Include Library > Manage Libraries
    • Search for and install the LiquidCrystal library if it's not already installed.

  4. Uploading the Code

    • Create a new sketch in the Arduino IDE.
    • Copy and paste the contents of Tromino.ino into the sketch.
    • Create a new tab named pitches.h and copy the contents of the pitches.h file into it.
    • Select your Arduino board type from Tools > Board.
    • Select the correct port from Tools > Port.
    • Click the Upload button (right arrow icon) to compile and upload the code to your Arduino.

How to Play

  • Use the buttons on the LCD Keypad Shield to control the game:

    • Up: Move left
    • Down: Move right
    • Left: Rotate piece
    • Right: Drop piece quickly
    • Select: Toggle sound on/off

  • The game starts automatically after displaying the title screen and high score.

  • Try to complete lines to score points.

  • The game speeds up as you play longer.

  • The game ends when a piece can't be placed at the top of the screen.

Here's a video demonstration of the gameplay: https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/344ea21b-9c75-4db8-89e4-3d428cf4419a

Customization

  • You can adjust game parameters like speed and scoring in the code.
  • The melody can be modified by changing the notes in the melody array.

Troubleshooting

  • If the display doesn't work, check your wiring and make sure the LCD Keypad Shield is properly connected.
  • If there's no sound, verify that the piezo buzzer is connected to pin 3.
  • If the buttons don't respond, ensure the LCD Keypad Shield is properly seated on the Arduino board.

Notes

  • This code uses EEPROM to store the high score, which may have limited write cycles. Consider using external storage for frequent updates in a production environment.
  • The code assumes specific pin connections for the LCD Keypad Shield. If you're using a different shield or custom wiring, you may need to adjust the pin definitions in the code.

Game Screenshots

In-Game Screenshot Game Over Screenshot

Enjoy playing Tromino on your Arduino!