Bouncy Ball

Github Source Code

🗨️ Overview

This is a simple ball game developed using C++ and OpenGL as a part of my journey into graphics programming. The goal was to get hands-on experience with rendering, animation, and basic physics in a graphical environment.

The game features:

• A bouncing ball rendered using OpenGL
• Interaction with screen boundaries
• Continuous frame rendering and motion

It served as a fun, beginner-friendly way to understand the fundamentals of computer graphics like:

• Drawing shapes
• Handling real-time updates
• Basic transformation matrices

💻 Software Stack

🛡️ Why this stack?

• C++ is a staple in systems programming and widely used in game development for its performance and control.
• OpenGL offers a low-level graphics API that allows understanding what goes behind rendering pipelines.
• GLUT/GLFW helps set up windows and handle input with minimal code overhead, perfect for learning and rapid prototyping.

🛠️ Installation & Usage

To run the game locally:

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/your-username/ball-game-opengl.git
cd ball-game-opengl

Compile the project

# If you're using g++
g++ main.cpp -lGL -lGLU -lglut -o ballgame

# OR if you're using CMake
mkdir build
cd build
cmake ..
make

Run the game

./ballgame

Make sure OpenGL and GLUT/GLFW libraries are properly installed on your system.

🎮 Game Mechanics

• The ball bounces within the window frame.
• Simple physics simulate gravity and collision.
• Frame updates are handled using the display loop in OpenGL.
• Keyboard input can be added to interact or modify the ball’s behavior.

🖼️ Screenshots

This project was a stepping stone into the world of graphics programming and game development. Great for beginners exploring how rendering and basic animation works behind the scenes.