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Ultimate and Extreme Tic-Tac-Toe Fun: A Game Within a Game

Tools: C ++ / Qt 5 / MySQL

An Innovative Upgrade to the Classic Game

Tic-Tac-Toe Fun takes the timeless game of tic-tac-toe and elevates it to a whole new level with unique modes and challenges. Whether you're a fan of traditional tic-tac-toe or looking for a fresh twist, this app delivers engaging gameplay with innovative mechanics.


Gameplay Features

Classic Mode: Enjoy the simplicity of traditional tic-tac-toe on a single game board. Perfect for practice and casual play.

Training Mode: Play multiple tic-tac-toe games simultaneously on a single blackboard. Choose how many games to play at once to refine your skills.

Competition Mode: Take on the challenge of playing at least 16 games simultaneously and aim to win or draw all of them as quickly as possible to earn maximum points.

Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe: This second-level game consists of nine tic-tac-toe boards arranged in a 3x3 grid.

Extreme Tic-Tac-Toe: For those seeking the ultimate challenge, Extreme Mode takes the concept further:

Crazy Mode: This experimental mode demonstrates the app's powerful game engine. It allows for creating custom games with varying board sizes, positions, and configurations. You can still play competitively, as it includes more than 16 games, but its primary purpose is to showcase the app’s versatility.



Technical Details

1. Development Environment:

Written in C++ using the Qt framework for a seamless, responsive user experience.

2. Object-Oriented Design:

 Each game board is an independent object, enabling the creation of multiple, customizable games.

The engine allows dynamic configuration of game levels, sizes, and layouts, making it adaptable for any gameplay style.

3. Database Integration:

 Game records are saved to a remote SQL database, ensuring persistence and enabling players to track their progress.


Scalability and Extensibility

The app's object-oriented architecture makes it highly scalable:



Tic-Tac-Toe Fun is more than a simple board game—it’s a complete evolution of the classic tic-tac-toe experience. With its advanced modes like Ultimate, Extreme, and Crazy, players can enjoy fresh challenges while appreciating the timeless appeal of the original game. Whether you're practicing, competing, or experimenting, this app offers endless fun and innovation.


Link to app : https://sergerex.itch.io/tic-tac-toe-fun

Link to source code : https://github.com/SergeRex/ticTacToeFun