The view of the game from the game lobby, where games occurring worldwide can be found.
The view of the game from the game waiting room. All users are provided a random username unique username.
The view of the game from the runner's point of view. Their location is displayed to provide seeker's with their general location.
The view of the game from the seeker's point of view. The center of the circle is placed in a random location to hide the runner's location.

Escape Pursuit

Inspiration

In an era where smartphones have revolutionized convenience, a significant side effect has emerged—a noticeable decline in physical activity. Research from the National Institute of Health highlights a concerning trend: individuals using smartphones tend to engage less in daily physical activities. With obesity rates climbing to 41% among Americans, the urgency for innovative solutions has never been more apparent.

What it does

Escape Pursuit blends traditional hide-and-seek with modern technology, reimagining this timeless game for today's digital natives. Designed to cater to three players at a time—comprising two seekers and one hider—Escape Pursuit transforms every match into a thrilling chase.

Once a game session is created, the system randomly assigns the role of the hider among the participants.
The selected hider is granted a 10-minute headstart to scout for the perfect hiding spot. This critical phase is where strategy meets stealth.
After the hider's time is up, seekers are given a lifeline—a map showing a 1-mile radius. However, there's a twist: the map's center is deliberately randomized. This ensures the hider's exact location remains a mystery.
With 20 minutes on the clock, seekers must find the hider. It's a race against time, where strategy and physical agility are key.

How we built it

Escape Pursuit is designed to be mobile-friendly while utilizing the resources provided at HackPSU. Our stack includes angular.js, Javascript, Typescript, AuthO, CloudFlare, MongoDB, and Firebase.

Features

Real-Time Multiplayer Gameplay: Players can expect a seamless multiplayer experience.
Augmented Reality (AR) Integration: Players are are given a reality that allows hide-and-seek to become larger.
Location-Based Mechanics: All location mechanics are handled by the game; sit back and relax.