Gameplay Tutorial
Learn how to cast spells with hand gestures and defeat your opponent!
What is Wizards Game?
A Unity-based 1v1 combat game where you use hand gestures to cast spells against an AI opponent.
- Cast spells using your webcam and hand gestures
- Strategic combat like a magical rock-paper-scissors
- No VR headset required!
Getting Started
- Launch the game
- Position yourself in front of your webcam
- Show both hands to the camera
- The game will start tracking your gestures
Tip: Make sure you have good lighting and your hands are clearly visible!
How to Cast a Spell
3 Simple Steps:
- Perform the gesture sequence with both hands
- Confirm the spell by making two closed fists (✊✊)
- Watch your spell cast!
Your current gesture combo appears in the bottom left corner of the screen.
Spell Confirmation
After any gesture sequence, you MUST confirm to cast:
Closed Fist + Closed Fist (✊✊)
This submits your spell sequence and triggers the cast.
Alternative triggers:
- Remove both hands from the screen
- Press Spacebar
Basic Controls
- ESC - Pause menu (return to main menu)
- Spacebar - Manual cast/confirm spell
- Webcam - Gesture recognition (keep hands visible)
Combat Basics
Your Goal: Defeat the AI wizard by reducing their health to zero
Strategy:
- Choose offensive spells to damage the enemy
- Use defensive spells like Shield to block attacks
- Dodge incoming projectiles
- Manage your mana wisely
Spell List
Quick Attacks
| Gesture Sequence | Spell | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| ✌️✌️ | Mana Ball | Basic projectile attack |
| ✌️ 🤟 | Fireball | Fire-based projectile |
Note: Always confirm with ✊✊ after the sequence!
Defensive Spells
| Gesture Sequence | Spell | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| 👍 👍 | Shield | Blocks incoming attacks |
| ☝️✊ | Dodge | Quick evasive maneuver |
Tip: Use Shield when you see the enemy casting!
Powerful Attacks
| Gesture Sequence | Spell | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| 👍👎 | Holy Sword | Powerful melee attack |
| 👎👎 | Poison | Damage over time |
| 👋👋 | Ground Ice | Area-of-effect ground spell |
Advanced Spells
| Gesture Sequence | Spell |
|---|---|
| 👍👎, ☝️☝️ | Ice Storm |
| ☝️ 🤟 | Ice Storm |
| 🤟🤟, 👋✌️, 👎👎 | Ice Storm |
| ☝️☝️, ✌️✌️ | Stars |
Note: Multiple sequences can cast the same spell!
Combo Spells
Air Combo:
👍 👍, 👋👋, ✌️✌️ → Confirm with ✊✊
Heal:
🤟 🤟, 👍👍, ✌️✌️ → Confirm with ✊✊
Tip: Longer combos are more powerful but take more time!
Gesture Reference
- 👍 = Thumbs up
- 👎 = Thumbs down
- ☝️ = Pointing up
- ✌️ = Victory/Peace sign
- 🤟 = Rock on/ILY sign
- 👋 = Open palm
- ✊ = Closed fist
Combat Strategy Tips
- Start with simple spells - Master ✌️✌️ (Mana Ball) first
- Keep your shield ready - 👍👍 can save you
- Mix offense and defense - Don’t just spam attacks
- Watch enemy gestures - Counter their moves
- Practice gesture sequences - Speed matters!
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Forgetting to confirm with ✊✊
❌ Moving hands out of camera view
❌ Making gestures too quickly (system needs to register)
❌ Poor lighting conditions
❌ Casting without checking mana
✅ Always confirm your spell!
✅ Keep hands visible and well-lit!
Winning the Battle
Victory Conditions:
- Reduce enemy health to zero
- Successfully defend while dealing damage
- Use the right spells at the right time
Keys to Success:
- Master 3-5 core spells
- React quickly to enemy attacks
- Balance aggression with defense
Practice Makes Perfect!
Beginner Spell Rotation:
- ✌️✌️ (Mana Ball) - Your bread and butter
- 👍👍 (Shield) - When under attack
- ✌️ 🤟 (Fireball) - More damage
- ☝️✊ (Dodge) - Emergency escape
Master these four and you’ll be ready for advanced combat!
Ready to Play?
🎮 Download the game demo
👋 Show your hands to the camera
⚔️ Challenge the AI wizard
🏆 Become a gesture-casting master!
Good luck, wizard!