FireBox

FireBox is a head-to-head test of reflexes and mind games where every decision matters. Dash in, bait a block, or pelt your opponent with Fireballs from a corner. Quick rounds keep the pressure high, and each match feels like an intense battle of wills and button-mashing.

FireBox is a minimalist two-player fighting game built around the “Fireball–neutral–triangle.” Special care was taken to preserve the elements required for a fair fighting game. Hitboxes are represented as progress bars to visualize start-up lag while providing a clear indication of where an attack strikes. The game features customizable skins and an input system inspired by Street Fighter–style arcade machines.

Originally built with a small team for a Software Engineering class, this was my first experience using Godot (version 3). My contributions included the character controller, fireball system, and skin selector. 

I’ve dusted it off from my archives and posted it here to showcase my early steps in game development. It represents my history more than my current craftsmanship but I hope you enjoy it all the same!

How Rounds Work

• Deal damage while avoiding getting hit.
• Two forms of blocking:
  • High Block: Hold away. Blocks moves above the knees.
  • Low Block: Hold down + away. Blocks mid and low moves.
• Timeout: If the clock hits 0, the player with the least damage wins.

Controls

Action	Player 1 (WASD)	Player 2 (Arrows)
Move Left / Right	A / D	← / →
Dash	Double-tap A or D	Double-tap ← or →
Crouch / Down	S	↓
Jump	W	↑
Attack	Space	H
High Block	Hold Away
Low Block	Hold Away + Down
Parry	Press forward RIGHT as an attack hits you!
Pause	Esc

Normal Attacks

Move	Input	Notes
Jab (Mid)	Attack with no direction	Fast mid strike
High Punch (High)	Forward + Attack	Covers upper hits
Kick (Low)	Down + Attack	Low-hitting move
Jump Kick (High)	Attack while jumping	Aerial strike

Fire Attacks