Episode 1: Get to School on Time
Your Mission:
Log in Before 8:00 am
Hello, , and welcome to the Epicoder game, where you decide your own fate by making key choices.
You have just been accepted to Epicodus, and you are excited to learn all about coding! However, you have to get to class first.
- Goal: Get to Epicodus to log in before 8:00 am.
- Time: You have 1 hour & 30 minutes to get to class.
- Money: You have $10 to spend.
- Focus: You will start with 100% focus.
If you lose all your time, focus, or money, you will have to miss a day of class and start over. Save more time, focus, and money to get bonus points at the end of the game. Good luck!
Let's Begin
Good morning, ! Sleep and breakfast are very important parts of the day. Choose how you will spend your night and morning wisely!
You lost % focus. Sleep is pretty important! Let's see how quickly you can get out of bed now.
You lost minutes. It's best to wake up bright and early to save time!
You spent $. Conserve your cash for the rest of the day! Waking up and getting out the door usually takes time, so you've lost 20 minutes.
Transportation
You’re out of the house and now you have to decide how to get downtown. What will you do?
The Bus Ride
Congratulations, , you took the bus! You can study while you ride, but you’ll have to spend some money. Taking the bus is a bit quicker than biking, so you've only lost 20 minutes.
You spent $. The bus can be expensive!
You lost % focus. Riding the bus can provide valuable study time if you play your cards right.
On Your Bike
, you are such a rockstar! You’re riding your bike to Epicodus. Points for fitness, but you might be a little sweaty when you arrive. Riding your bike can take longer than the bus, so you've lost 30 minutes.
You lost % focus. It's best to stay calm and clear headed when you're on your bike.
You spent $. It's best to be prepared for flat tires!
You lost minutes. You have finally made it to the building. You're halfway there!
Stairs or Elevator: A Difficult Decision
You’ve made it to the lobby, and now you have to decide how to get to the 8th floor. What will you choose?
The Elevator Escapades
Good job, ! You chose the elevator. Let's hope this is a smooth ride to the 8th floor! Elevators are usually quick, so you've lost 2 minutes ride time.
You spent $. Coffee can be expensive!
You lost minutes. Who knew taking the elevator could take so long?
The Stair Saga
You're such a badass, ! Not only do you know where the stairs are, you're also fit as a fiddle! Stairs can be a little slower than the elevator, so you've lost 5 minutes. Let's go!
You spent $. Coffee can be expensive!
You lost minutes. That 9th floor has way too many fire drills.
You lost % focus. Keep it together!
The Partner Predicament
You have made it to Epicodus, ! Now for the greatest challenge of the morning — finding your partner! You anxiously head towards the entrance to Epicodus.
You lost % focus. Best to be prepared!
You lost minutes. Hurry up!
You spent $. Bribery can be expensive! Also, you've lost 5 minutes finding a partner. Time is ticking!
The Late Login
Yay, , you’ve found your partner! You’re almost to the finish line… but not yet!
You lost minutes. Be sure to arrive early to get a computer.
You lost % focus. Always remember your login!
You Lost!
Oh no, . You went over your ten dollar budget and had to bust out your credit cards. This is not a good start to the day. Better try again.
You Lost!
Too bad, . You lost all your focus and you cannot study today. Better go back home, get some rest, and try again tomorrow. Maybe you can drink some of this Dr. Pepper to regain your energy.
You Lost!
Tick tock, . There's no way you'll log in on time. You might as well go to the beach today and start again tomorrow.
High Score
Great job, . You got bonus points. You're definitely a pro epicoder!
Your score:
Medium Score
Pretty good, . You made it to login and you got bonus points. You have some room for improvement, but you're on your way.
Your score:
Low Score
Better luck next time, . You only got bonus points. You should spend some more time thinking about your life choices. At least you made it to login! ;)