Scratch Ghostbusters Game

Set up new project.

1. Install Scratch 2 or 3 software.
2. Ensure computer can run it.
3. Open brand-new Scratch project.
4. Prepare to animate sprites with random numbers.
5. Set reactions to mouse clicks.
6. Create timer for game.

Create ghost hunting game.

1. Choose ghost sprite from Library.
2. Set logical backdrop from Library.
3. Code ghost to hide then show when green flag clicked.
4. Ghost caught before it disappears.
5. Name file and save.
6. Test game.
7. Offline Scratch: save to computer (no WiFi needed).

Track caught ghosts.

1. Create new variable called 'Score'.
2. Code it to increase by 1 each ghost captured.
3. Or set regular value per ghost.
4. Display score on screen.

Set time limit.

1. Vilros recommends starting with 10 seconds.
2. Set however long you want each round to last.
3. High-speed ghost chase.
4. Game ends when timer reaches zero.

Add variety and challenge.

1. Play with size of ghosts.
2. Control how well and how long they hide.
3. Randomness of ghost paths.
4. Use 'Set Size', 'Wait', 'Go To' coding.
5. Add sound when you catch each ghost.
6. Change number of ghosts per round.
7. Create different sprite types (gain/lose points).