Game of 21 🎮

A terminal-based CLI game of 21 where strategy, logic, and nerves are tested. You and the computer take turns adding 1, 2, or 3 to a running count. The player who reaches 21 loses. Challenge the smart AI or test your luck against the normal AI!

Features

• Play against a smart AI that uses optimal strategy.
• Play against a normal AI that plays mostly random moves but avoids obvious mistakes.
• Turns alternate between player and process.
• Count displayed after every move.
• Dramatic CLI animations and interactive prompts.
• Figlet winner screen with colorful congratulatory message when you win.
• Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux terminals.

Installation

Install globally using npm:

npm install -g game-of-21

Usage

Run the game in your terminal:

game21

Follow the prompts to enter your name and start playing. Add 1, 2, or 3 to the count on your turn. Try not to reach 21, or the process will claim victory!

Example Gameplay

Current count: 5
Your turn: 2
🔢 Player adds 2. Current count: 7
Process adds 3.
🔢 Process's move. Current count: 10
…
🎉 YOU WIN!

How It Works

• The Smart AI uses an optimal strategy to try and force you to reach 21.
• The Normal AI plays randomly but avoids losing when a winning move exists.
• Rounds alternate between smart mode and normal mode, keeping gameplay unpredictable.
• The count is displayed after every move, keeping you aware of the stakes.

License

MIT License

Enjoy the challenge and see if you can outsmart the process! 🧠💀