Maze Runner

The Maze Runner is a Unity-based 3D game designed as a challenging and engaging maze-solving experience. Built from the ground up with immersive gameplay and user-friendly features, it incorporates creative elements such as animated characters, a dynamic camera system, and a leaderboard.

Features:

1. Player Mechanics:

   • 3D Humanoid Player:
     • Represented by 3D meshes with an animated run-cycle and walk-cycle.
     • Controlled in a third-person camera view that follows the player.
   • Collision Physics:
     • Players cannot pass through maze walls, ensuring realistic movement.

2. Game Objective:

   • The player’s goal is to navigate the maze and reach the exit.
   • The maze is designed using Unity's Terrain system with an entrance and an exit.

3. Interactive Gameplay Elements:

   • Three doors are placed in the maze that can only be opened by collecting corresponding keys.
   • The doors enhance the puzzle-solving aspect of the game.

4. User Interface (UI):

   • A timer UI tracks the time taken to complete the maze.
   • On game completion, players can input a 3-character name for their score, which is added to a leaderboard.
   • A simple title screen provides options for:
     • Start Game
     • View Leaderboard
     • Exit Game

5. Game Flow:

   • The game ends when the player reaches the maze exit.
   • Upon completion, the game gracefully restarts.

6. Additional Features:

   • In-Game Pause Menu:
     • Accessible via the ESC key.
     • Provides options to restart or exit the game at any time.
   • Leaderboard System:
     • Records player names and their completion times.
     • Displays scores in a dedicated leaderboard scene.