Overview
Cosmic Defender is an immersive browser-based space game that demonstrates advanced WebGL and Three.js capabilities. Navigate through asteroid fields, engage in combat, and collect power-ups in this visually stunning 3D experience.
Key Features
- Advanced 3D Graphics: Real-time rendering with Three.js and custom GLSL shaders
- Physics-Based Gameplay: Realistic asteroid movement and collision detection
- Immersive Audio: Dynamic sound effects using Howler.js for spatial audio
- Responsive Controls: Smooth spaceship controls optimized for keyboard and touch
Technical Implementation
Built with vanilla JavaScript and Three.js for 3D rendering. WebGL provides hardware-accelerated graphics, while custom GLSL shaders create visual effects like explosions and engine trails.
Gameplay Features
- Multiple difficulty levels
- Progressive challenge with increasing asteroid density
- Power-up system for shields and weapons
- High score tracking