XXLChess: A Variant Chess Game

Overview

Welcome to XXLChess! This is not your typical chess game; it's an XXL version that takes the classic game to new heights. Developed in Java and utilizing the Processing library for graphics, this game features a 14x14 board. The game is managed through Gradle, making dependency management a breeze.

Features

XXL Board and Gameplay

• The XXL board consists of a 14x14 grid of tiles, each 48x48 pixels.
• A right sidebar of 120 pixels is reserved for timers and game messages.
• The board features a checkerboard pattern with alternating black and white tiles.
• Highlights for possible moves, captures, and checks are available.

Configuration

• A config.json file in the root directory contains various game settings.
• Time controls for both players are configurable.
• The player's color (black or white) can be set.

Extended Chess Pieces

• Multiple types of chess pieces, including some unique to XXLChess, each with their own movement patterns.
• Special moves like castling and pawn promotion are supported.
• Chess pieces have different point values.

Win and Lose Conditions

• The game ends when a player runs out of time or gets checkmated.
• Messages are displayed to indicate the game's outcome.

Installation and Running

1. Clone the repository.
2. Navigate to the project directory.
3. Run gradle build to compile and resolve dependencies.
4. Run gradle run to start the game.

Requirements

• Java 1.8
• Gradle
• Processing library

Usage

• Use the mouse to select and move chess pieces.
• Follow the highlights to understand possible moves and captures.
• Keep an eye on the timer and make your moves accordingly.

Customization

• You can modify the config.json file to change various game settings.
• Feel free to add new chess pieces or change the existing ones.

Contributing

Pull requests are welcome. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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