Neon Drifter
The game is built to be accessible on almost any device:
- Mouse: Move the cursor left and right to steer.
- Touch: Drag your finger across the screen to dodge obstacles.
- Gamepad: If a controller is connected, use the Left Analog Stick to steer (perfect for that classic arcade feel).
🚀 Difficulty Scaling (Hardcore Mode)
The game doesn't stay easy for long! As you progress:
- Speed: Your ship accelerates over time.
- Obstacles: The gaps between barriers get smaller, and the rate at which they appear increases.
- Difficulty Tiers: Watch the top right corner! The game moves through Normal, Fast, Extreme, and Insane modes based on your current speed.
- Visual Glitches: When you reach "Extreme" speeds, the screen may experience digital "glitches," making it harder to stay focused.
👥 Game Modes
- Solo Mission: Race alone to beat your personal best.
- Ghost Racer: If you have a previous high score saved, a translucent white "ghost" ship will appear, showing you exactly how you performed on your best run.
- Quick Match (1v1): Connect to the cloud to find another player.
- You can see the other player's ship (in pink) in real-time.
- The host of the match controls the global game speed.
🏆 Global Rankings
Every time you finish a run, your score is uploaded to the Global Leaderboard. You can see the top 5 pilots in the world directly on the main menu.
🛠️ Technical Stats
- Engine: Custom 2D Canvas API.
- Backend: Real-time synchronization and storage using Cloud Firestore.
- Personalization: Your chosen "Callsign" is saved to your profile so people know who is at the top of the charts!

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