Mario Kart algorithm

Mario Kart algorithm

1. Character choices

   • Toad
     • a mushroom
   • Yoshi
     • Green dinosaur
   • Bowser
     • a turtle

2. chosen character actions

   • throw banana peel
   • Throw green shell
   • Use rocket
   • Land on mystery box

3. NO Self-determined Criteria

4. Algorithm Constructs

   • Definitions and examples
     • iteration
     • sequence
     • assignment
     • selection
     • condition

5. Prescribed Criteria

   • Use five (5) conditions (IF, ELSEIF, ELSE) in your pseudocode
     • IF Toad is approaching a corner THEN
     • ELSE DRIVE straight
     • ELSEIF use mushroom
     • IF countdown reaches 2 at the beginning THEN
     • ELSE when countdown reaches 0 THEN
   • Develop a strategy to use to help you gain first place in the race.
     • use the mushroom when overtaking a player in front of you
     • Get the mystery boxes whenever you see one
     • get a speed boost when the countdown reaches 2 when starting a race
   • Develop an Algorithm using Pseudocode conventions
     • Use indents
     • Bold the keywords
     • Use keyword START at the beginning

6. Hardware

   • Screen
     • need TV and cable to connect to Nintendo switch
   • Joycon Remote
     • in a controller to make it easier to hold and press buttons
   • Nintendo Switch
     • HDMI cable plugged into TV
   • SSB Game card or download
     • use a game card

7. Mario Kart Game

   • Mario Kart is a popular racing game that lets you choose a character and a custom vehicle to help you win the game