Need improve game operation instruction for beginner players

[Slidebeen]

Hello,

I a developer from China, recently find this project and try to play this game. I think it's very good simulation game, have beautiful visualisation, simulate animal life cycle is interesting. But I found a issue when I first time play this game, it's about operation instruction.

I think the operation instruction should have more detail. Now operation instruction only tell for run one step of simulation, for run simulation continuously. But, beginner player like me don't know what is the detail meaning of one step or run continuously when first time play. We don't know what will occur when we press these buttons, will animal move, will animal hunt or anything else? Also there no operation guide in game, beginner player maybe don't know can run simulation continuously.

So, I suggest to improve operation instruction, provide more detail, let beginner player more easy to understand and enjoy this game. If allow, I want open a pull request for this issue, try to contribute to this great project.

Thank you! Looking forward to your response 😄

[fengzhijingjie]

@Slidebeen I agree with you, a more detailed instruction guide in the game would indeed be very useful, especially for beginner players.

When we talk about running a 'step' in the simulation, it refers to advancing the game state by a single unit of time. This could mean many things, such as animals moving a single space, hunting if they're close enough to their prey, eating if there's food nearby, etc. Running the simulation continuously would just repeat these steps in a loop until the user decides to stop it. It makes the game live and engaging but sometimes we want to observe step by step, hence the option to run a single step.

Your suggestion of providing more detailed instructions is very apt. It would certainly enhance the user experience if after each step, we could provide feedback to the user about what happened during that particular step. This could include information like number of animals moved, number of animals that hunted, and so on.

Starting a pull request for this issue sounds like a fantastic idea. Contributions are always welcome and it's great to see enthusiasts like you willing to improve the game. Just fork the repo, make your changes, and submit a pull request when you're ready. If you need any assistance or have doubts, feel free to reach out. Looking forward to your contribution!

[saraaizawa]

Hi there,

I understand your concern about the lack of detailed operation instructions for beginner players. As a fellow GitHub user, I agree that providing clear and comprehensive instructions can greatly enhance the user experience.

I would be happy to contribute to this project by creating a more detailed operation guide. Here are some suggestions:

• Provide a brief overview of the game's objective and gameplay. This will help players understand the purpose of the simulation and what they can expect.
• Explain the different game modes and their respective controls. For example, you could describe the difference between running the simulation one step at a time and running it continuously.
• Include screenshots or GIFs to illustrate the game's mechanics. This can be especially helpful for visualizing how animals move, hunt, and interact with each other.
• Consider adding a tutorial level or interactive guide within the game itself. This would allow players to learn the basics of the game in a hands-on environment.

I believe that by implementing these suggestions, we can make the game more accessible and enjoyable for beginner players. I would be happy to open a pull request with these changes if you are interested.

Thank you for your feedback and for your interest in contributing to this project!

[TerraUSD]

Hello there,

I completely understand your concern about the lack of detailed operation instructions for beginner players. A clear understanding of the controls is crucial for an enjoyable gaming experience.

I agree that providing more detailed instructions would greatly benefit new players. It would be helpful to include specific examples of what happens when each button is pressed, such as:

• : Advances the simulation by one step, allowing you to observe the changes in the ecosystem over time.
• : Runs the simulation continuously, enabling you to witness the dynamic interactions between animals and their environment in real-time.

Additionally, it would be beneficial to include a brief in-game tutorial that guides players through the basic controls and provides an overview of the game's mechanics. This would help players quickly grasp the gameplay and avoid confusion.

I encourage you to open a pull request to address this issue and contribute to the improvement of this project. Your contribution would be greatly appreciated by the community.

Thank you for your feedback and enthusiasm for this game. I believe that with these enhancements, more players will be able to fully enjoy the immersive experience that Simulation v1 has to offer.

[okjika]

Hey there! 👋

Totally get where you're coming from. The game's a blast, but it could use a bit more guidance for newbies, right? 🎮🐾

Your idea to add more context to the controls is spot on. Maybe a quick 'How to Play' section or some in-game tips could really help players dive in and have fun right away. 🚀

Go for that pull request! I'm sure the devs would love to see your ideas come to life. Can't wait to check out your contribution. 🔥💻

Keep up the great work and happy gaming! 😄🎉

Cheers,

[mspuiyi]

Thanks for reporting this issue and the great feedback. I agree that the current operation instructions are a bit sparse and could use more detail to help new players understand the simulation better.

Some suggestions to improve the instructions:

1. Provide a brief explanation of what each control does, e.g. "Press SPACE to advance the simulation by one step, showing how the animals move, interact, and respond to the environment."
2. Explain the difference between running the simulation step-by-step vs continuously, and how that affects the visual experience.
3. Consider adding an in-game tooltip or popup that explains the controls when the player first starts the simulation.
4. Maybe include a short video or GIF demonstration of the controls in action to visually show new players what to expect.

These enhancements should make the game more accessible and enjoyable for beginners. I'd be happy to contribute a pull request to implement some of these improvements if that would be helpful. Let me know what you think!