Game Development Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure 3-4.
Play view—a game in progress
The Play view is where the game play actually happens. In Figure
3-4
, the top of the screen displays
the number of remaining turns, as well as the current score. The square region with the geometric
shapes is where the game takes place. Each triangle, square, and circle represents a different type of
coin. The object of the game is to create columns and rows of like coins. The only way to rearrange
the coins is by selecting two to trade places. When a row or column of like coins is created, the
player's score is incremented and new coins appear to replace those in the matching column or
row. The player can only swap coins ten times before the game is over, but with careful planning, a
player can create multiple matches per swap. When the game is over, the High Score view is
shown, highlighting any new high score the player may have achieved. Figure
3-5
shows the High
Score view.
