Features and Requirements

Features

1. Lobby Management

   • Hosts create lobbies with configurable player limits (2-8).
   • Players join lobbies using a unique room code.

2. AAC Communication

   • An AAC board allows users with communication needs to guess during the drawing phase.

3. Drawing Interface

   • Players can use different colors and an eraser to draw.

4. Avatar Selection

   • Players choose an avatar when joining, which is displayed throughout the game.

5. Turn-Based Gameplay

   • Visual countdown timers and turn indicators guide players during each round.

6. LeaderBoard

   • Players see their ranking based on performance at the end of the game.

7. Game Progression

   • The game progresses through multiple rounds until the maximum number of rounds is reached.

8. Real-Time Interaction

   • Players interact in real-time (drawing, guessing, and AAC responses) with minimal lag.

9. Audio and Visual Feedback

   • Sound effects and animations provide feedback for correct guesses, round transitions, and errors.

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Requirements

Functional

1. Lobby Management

   • Hosts create lobbies with customizable settings.
   • Players join using a unique room code.

2. AAC Communication

   • The AAC board allows users with communication needs to guess during drawing.

3. Drawing Interface

   • Players use color options and an eraser to draw their prompt.

4. Avatar Selection

   • Players choose an avatar upon joining the game, displayed for the duration of the session.

5. Turn-Based Gameplay

   • Visual countdown timers and turn indicators guide each round.

6. LeaderBoard

   • Players see their ranking in the current game based on their performance.

7. Game Progression

   • The game progresses through multiple rounds until the set round limit is reached.

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Non-Functional

1. Error Handling

   • Clear error messages and user guidance assist players during issues.

2. Cross-Platform Compatibility

   • The game works on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices via a modern web browser.

3. Scalability

   • The game supports multiple lobbies with 2 or more players, ensuring smooth gameplay under load.

4. Low-Latency Communication

   • Real-time interactions (drawing, guessing, and AAC communication) have minimal delay.

5. Data Persistence

   • User data (game progress, settings) is saved and retrievable across sessions.

6. Customizable UI

   • Players can adjust UI elements (e.g., color themes, font sizes) based on personal preferences.

7. Session Recovery

   • Players can resume the game if disconnected or after an app crash.

8. Low System Requirements

   • The game runs efficiently on older devices and browsers with minimal resources.

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