Description
404: Reboot & Shoot
A retro-style arcade space shooter where players control a pixelated starship defending the digital cosmos against glitchy 404: Reboot & Shoot. Embedded in a 404 error page, this game transforms the boring “Page Not Found” message into an addictive battle against cosmic debris.
Key Features:
- Multiple ship designs: 5 unique 8×8 pixel spaceships (randomly selected)
- Glitchy asteroids: CRT-style “broken pixel” effects
- Explosions: Chunky particle effects
Dynamic Gameplay
- Progressive difficulty: Asteroids spawn faster as score increases
- Color unlock: Game switches from monochrome to color at 404+ points
- Dual controls: Mouse + keyboard (← → arrows + SPACE for rapid fire)
Immersive Touches
- Sound effects: Retro bleeps/bloops via Web Audio API
- Funny death messages: “404: Ship Not Found”, “Pilot License Expired”, etc.
- Smooth UI: Animated “Game Over” overlay with darkening effect
Technical Highlights
- Pure vanilla JS: Zero dependencies
- Responsive: Works on mobile/desktop
- Error-page friendly: Designed for 404 page integration
