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Ludo-Game-CPP

A classic Ludo Game developed in C++ using OOP principles

This project represents the implementation of the classic board game Ludo, developed in C++ Builder. The main goal of the application is to demonstrate and practically apply the fundamental concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, and the decoupling of the game logic from the Graphical User Interface (GUI).

Main Features

• Local Multiplayer: Support for 2 or 4 players.
• Complete Ludo Mechanics: Leaving the base (requires rolling a 6), moving along the circular path, capturing opponent pawns, and entering the winning zone.
• Strict Move Validation: A centralized algorithm that prevents out-of-bounds moves, overlapping own pawns ("towers"), and illegal actions.
• Interactive GUI: Real-time visual feedback, dynamically generated pawns, and informative messages guiding the user's turn.

OOP Concepts Implemented

• Modular Architecture: Clear separation between the core logic classes (Joc, Tabla, Casuta, Pion, Jucator) and the user interface forms (TfJoc, TfSetup).
• Inheritance and Polymorphism: Utilizing an abstract base class Joc from which JocLocal derives (along with a prepared structure for a future JocRetea / Network Game).
• Encapsulation: Protecting the internal game state and exposing it strictly through get/set methods and specific validation functions.
• Memory Management: Dynamic allocation and clean destruction of both visual and logical components upon every game restart.

How to Run the Project

1. Clone this repository to your local machine.
2. Open the .cbproj file using the RAD Studio / C++ Builder IDE.
3. Compile and run the application (Run -> Run or press F9).

Note: The complete project documentation (.pdf format) is also included in this repository.

Author

• Elena-Teodora Puia - OOP Logic Development, GUI Implementation, and Documentation.