SDV-Python-Clone: Stardew Valley Inspired Farming Simulator

Overview

SDV-Python-Clone is a Python-based farming simulation game inspired by the popular title Stardew Valley. This project was created as a learning exercise by following Clear Code's Pygame tutorial to improve my Python programming skills and understand game development fundamentals.

Through this guided implementation, I gained hands-on experience with:

• Python and Pygame framework
• Object-oriented programming principles
• Game loop structure and state management
• Sprite animation and rendering techniques
• User input handling and game mechanics

Features Implemented

This learning project includes the following features:

• Player Controls: WASD movement system with character animations
• Tool System: Functional farming tools including hoe, axe, and watering can
• Farming Mechanics: Basic crop planting and watering functionality
• Multiple Crop Types: Implementation of corn and tomato growth cycles

Installation & Requirements

1. Ensure Python 3.8+ is installed on your system
2. Install required dependencies:

   pip install pygame
   

3. Clone this repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/SDV-Python-Clone.git
   cd SDV-Python-Clone
   

How to Play

1. Navigate to the code directory:

   cd code
   

2. Run the game:

   python main.py
   

Controls

• Movement: WASD keys
• Tool Selection:
  • 1 - Hoe (prepare soil for planting)
  • 2 - Axe (clear debris and obstacles)
  • 3 - Watering Can (water crops to promote growth)
• Seed Selection:
  • 4 - Corn seeds
  • 5 - Tomato seeds

Learning Outcomes

By completing this tutorial project, I developed skills in:

• Following and adapting coding tutorials to build functioning software
• Understanding game development concepts and architecture
• Debugging and problem-solving in Python
• Working with external libraries (Pygame)
• Implementing basic game mechanics and systems

Acknowledgments

• This project follows Clear Code's Pygame tutorial
• Original game concept inspired by ConcernedApe's Stardew Valley
• All code was implemented as a learning exercise while following the tutorial

Personal Modifications

While following the tutorial, I made the following adjustments:

• [Modified prices to be easier to start]
• [Modified control scheme for better usability]

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This project is for educational purposes only and is not affiliated with or endorsed by ConcernedApe or Stardew Valley.

Contact

For inquiries about this project or employment opportunities, please contact:

Jackson Henry | LinkedIn | Portfolio