3D Mario Cart

Tech Stack

C++, CMake Build

Game features

Controls & Movement

• Drive the kart using W (forward), A (left), and D (right)
• Fully implemented vehicle physics with proper linear and angular motion
• Dynamic height interpolation based on the terrain's height map

Camera System

• Spring camera that follows the player smoothly as shown in the video

AI & Competition

• Enemy cars with intelligent pathfinding
• Opponents drive around the track at realistic speeds
• AI avoids getting stuck, driving in circles, or going off-track

Game Mechanics

• Checkpoint system for race progression
• Accurate lap counting and position tracking
• Game start countdown timer
• End-game win/lose state detection and display

Audio Experience

• Dynamic music system with context-aware tracks:
  • Race start fanfare
  • Main track background music
  • Special final lap music
  • Victory and defeat themes
• Smooth audio transitions with fade-in/fade-out effects

Game Link

(coming soon)