Roadmap for Omni

1. Planning & Design

• Game Design Document (GDD): Define core mechanics (controls, movement, attacks, abilities, game loop, etc.), character roles, maps, and objectives.

• Tech Stack Finalization:

  • Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (possibly with Phaser.js).
  • Backend: Java Spring Boot (REST APIs, WebSockets for real-time communication).
  • Database: PostgreSQL/MySQL for player stats, Redis for caching.
  • Networking: WebSockets for real-time multiplayer.

2. Setting Up the Project

• Frontend:

  • Set up a JavaScript framework.
  • Create a basic game loop (rendering, input handling, physics).

• Backend:

  • Create a Spring Boot project.
  • Implement REST API for account management, matchmaking, and game state storage.
  • Set up WebSocket endpoints for real-time communication.

3. Prototyping

• Create a simple player movement prototype (keyboard/mouse).
• Implement basic shooting mechanics (hit detection, damage calculation).
• Add a test map with obstacles and walls.
• Implement a basic bot or dummy enemy for testing.

4. Multiplayer Implementation

• Use WebSockets to sync player positions and actions.
• Implement matchmaking (lobbies, teams, queue system).
• Optimize server-authoritative gameplay to prevent cheating.
• Handle lag compensation (interpolation, client-side prediction).

5. Game Mechanics & Features

• Abilities & Power-ups: Implement abilities, and item pickups.
• Character Progression: XP, levels and upgrades.
• Game Modes: Battle royale.
• UI & HUD: Health bars, ammo and score

6. Backend Enhancements

• Database Management: Store player profiles.
• Leaderboards & Stats: Implement ranking systems.
• Matchmaking Algorithm: Improve balancing and fair play.

7. Testing & Optimization

• Network Stress Testing: Simulate multiple players to test server load.
• Performance Optimization: Reduce lag, optimize rendering, and compress assets.
• Bug Fixing: Address gameplay and networking issues.