ROBOT TAG | LOCAL MULTIPLAYER

A local multiplayer tag game (like popular browser or hot-seat games) is a fast-paced, in-person competitive experience where up to four friends share the same screen and device. Players control characters navigating themed obstacle courses and platforms, with the primary goal of avoiding the tagger to earn points and win the round. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

🎮 Core Gameplay & Rules

• The Hunt: One player starts as "It" and must actively chase the other players across the map.
• Tagging: When the tagger touches another player, the role immediately transfers, making the newly tagged player "It".
• Scoring: The objective is to not be "It" when the timer expires. The player who avoids being the tagger usually receives a point at the end of the round.
• Winning: Games generally follow a "first to reach a set score" or best-of-four format to determine the overall champion. [1, 2, 3, 4]

🛠️ Mechanics & Enhancements

• Dynamic Maps: Levels often feature environmental hazards like moving platforms, speed boosters, portals, and springy terrain to make catching opponents more difficult. [1, 2, 3, 4]
• Customization: Many versions allow users to add computer-controlled AI bots to fill out player slots, enable double-jumps, or turn on player collisions. [1, 2]

⌨️ Controls & Layout

Because of the local multiplayer design, players typically cluster around a single keyboard or connect wireless controllers to play on a single monitor, TV, or mobile browser. A common multi-layout configuration on a keyboard uses distinct zones: [1, 2, 3]

• Player 1: Arrow Keys
• Player 2:  WASD
• Player 3: IJKL
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