System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: deep-fruit

1. Introduction

Welcome to the System Requirements Document (SRD) for deep-fruit, a mobile-based fruit-cutting game designed to deliver an engaging and interactive experience for casual gamers. This document outlines the requirements, design concepts, and technical specifications necessary to bring the project to life.

The game is tailored for users in India (IN), considering local preferences, timezone (IST), and mobile-first accessibility. The goal is to create a fun, addictive, and visually appealing game that resonates with players of all ages.

2. System Overview

deep-fruit is a mobile game where players swipe their screens to cut fruits that appear dynamically. The game includes challenges such as avoiding bombs, collecting power-ups, and achieving high scores. It is designed to be lightweight, fast, and optimized for mobile devices.

Key features include:

• Intuitive swipe-based gameplay.
• Dynamic fruit animations and physics.
• Challenges like bombs and power-ups to enhance engagement.
• Leaderboards to encourage competition among players.
• Vibrant visuals and sound effects for an immersive experience.

The game will be developed using modern technologies to ensure smooth performance and scalability.

3. Functional Requirements

Story Points

• As a User, I should be able to swipe fruits to cut them.
• As a User, I should be able to avoid bombs that appear randomly.
• As a User, I should be able to collect power-ups for special abilities.
• As a User, I should be able to view my score after each game session.
• As a User, I should be able to see my rank on a leaderboard.
• As a User, I should be able to play the game offline.
• As a User, I should be able to customize game settings like sound and difficulty.
• As a User, I should be able to share my score on social media platforms.

4. User Personas

1. Casual Gamer

• Description: A person who enjoys quick and fun games during breaks or commutes.
• Goals: Entertainment, relaxation, and achieving high scores.
• Pain Points: Long loading times, complex controls, or overly challenging gameplay.

2. Competitive Player

• Description: A person who enjoys competing with others and climbing leaderboards.
• Goals: High scores, leaderboard dominance, and mastery of game mechanics.
• Pain Points: Lack of competitive features or rewards for achievements.

3. Child Player

• Description: A younger audience who enjoys colorful visuals and simple gameplay.
• Goals: Fun, engaging visuals, and easy-to-understand mechanics.
• Pain Points: Overly complex controls or lack of parental controls.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette

The deep-fruit game will feature a vibrant and tropical color scheme to evoke freshness and energy.

• Background: #FFFAE5 (Warm Cream)
• Surface: #FFB347 (Bright Orange)
• Text: #3E2723 (Dark Brown)
• Accent: #FF5252 (Vivid Red)
• Muted Tones: #A5D6A7 (Soft Green)

This palette ensures a lively yet balanced visual experience, suitable for all age groups.

6. Signature Design Concept

Floating Fruit Universe

The deep-fruit homepage will feature an interactive floating fruit universe.

• Visuals: A 3D environment where fruits float in space, rotating and bouncing gently. Players can swipe directly on the homepage to interact with the fruits, which burst into colorful juice splashes.
• Animations: Fruits will have subtle glow effects and dynamic physics-based movements. Bombs will occasionally appear, adding an element of surprise.
• Transitions: Smooth transitions between sections, with juice splash animations leading to gameplay or settings.
• Micro-Interactions: Hovering over fruits will display their names and fun facts (e.g., "Did you know mangoes are called the king of fruits?").
• Mood: Energetic, playful, and immersive, ensuring the homepage leaves a lasting impression.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• The game must load within 3 seconds on mobile devices.
• The game must support Android and iOS platforms.
• The game must consume minimal battery and data.
• The game must be optimized for devices with varying screen sizes.
• The game must comply with local data privacy regulations in India.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend

• React Native for mobile app development.

Backend

• Python with FastAPI for server-side logic.

Database

• MySQL for relational data (e.g., user scores, settings).
• MongoDB for game session data.

AI Models

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses in tutorials or help sections.
• Google Nano Banana for generating dynamic fruit visuals.

AI Tools

• Langchain for integrating AI-driven features.

Orchestration

• Docker for local development.
• Kubernetes for server-side orchestration.

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions

• Players will primarily use touch gestures for gameplay.
• The game will be played on mobile devices with internet connectivity.
• The target audience prefers lightweight games with quick sessions.

Constraints

• The game must be under 100 MB for easy downloads.
• The game must support devices with Android 8.0+ and iOS 12+.
• Development must adhere to the timeline and budget constraints.

10. Glossary

• Swipe: A touch gesture where the user slides their finger across the screen.
• Power-Up: A special item that enhances gameplay temporarily.
• Leaderboard: A ranking system displaying players' scores.
• Bomb: A game element that players must avoid to prevent losing points.
• Micro-Interactions: Small, subtle animations or responses to user actions.