Relativistic Asteroids: The SpaceTime SandBox!
We wanted you to play around with this relativistic game engine. In this version of the game you can not crash into the asteroids.
TO GET STARTED: In this version YOU make your own asteroids. Use your mouse, click and drag to make asteroids the size you want. Each asteroid will have its own 'clock' which will also be affected by the asteroids velocity!
So feel free to see how changing speed and direction affects the ship (in the "stars" reference frame) and how the change in speed and direction affect the asteroids (in the ships reference frame).
Clicking "F" in the game switches reference frames! Clicking "E" or "D" increases/decreases the speed of light.
NEW!Clicking "t" or "g" increases/decreases the boost/thrust of the ship. Enjoy!
Instructions |
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Wait for the applet and sounds to load, then click on the applet area and press the 'enter' key to start. Shoot the asteroids while avoiding collisions with them. |
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| Keyboard Controls | |||
| Key | Description | Key | Description |
| enter | Start Game | P | Pause Game |
| Cursor Left | Rotate Left | Cursor Right | Rotate Right |
| Cursor Up | Fire Thrusters | Spacebar | Fire Cannon |
| M | Toggle Sound | ||
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| E | Decrease Speed of Light | F | Switch Reference Frames |
| D | Increase Speed of Light | ||