connorpaulstauffer / chess

Chess

Description

Ruby implementation of chess. Playable in the command line.

Features

• Maximizes code DRYness
  • Modules refactor logic for specific move types
    • Diagonalable
    • Slideable
    • Stepable
    • Straightable
  • Pieces inherit from base piece class
• Responsive interface
  • $stdin.getch method and cursor logic enables players to navigate the board with the w, a, s, and d keys
  • Highlights valid moves based on cursor position
• Utilizes the Null Object Pattern for empty squares
  • Empty square class redefines piece methods to provide an appropriate response to interactions as opposed error messages
• Simple AI implementation makes moves in the following order of outcome preference
  • Puts opponent in checkmate
  • Puts opponent in check
  • Takes an opponent's piece
  • Random valid move

Instructions

Clone this repository to a local directory. cd into the repository. Run ruby game.rb. You will be prompted to choose the game settings. On your turn, navigate the board with the w, a, s, and d keys. Select a piece with the enter key, navigate to where you would like to move, and confirm the move with the enter key.