Galaxy Defense: Enhanced Space Shooter

Galaxy Defense is a comprehensive space shooter game built with Pygame that combines classic arcade action with modern RPG progression mechanics. Players pilot an upgradeable starship through waves of increasingly challenging enemies while building their arsenal and completing daily objectives.

Core Features:

• Dynamic Combat System: Fast-paced shooting with multiple enemy types (basic, fast, tank) each requiring different strategies
• RPG Progression: Four upgrade paths including ship hull, weapons, shields, and engines, each providing tangible gameplay improvements
• Daily Quest System: Rotating objectives like eliminating enemies, achieving accuracy targets, and survival challenges with coin rewards
• Secure Save System: HMAC-protected player data with integrity verification to prevent save file tampering
• Visual Polish: Particle explosion effects, combo system with visual feedback, and upgrade-based ship appearance changes

Gameplay Mechanics:

• Weapon Progression: Evolve from single shots to triple-bullet spreads as you upgrade
• Shield System: Optional defensive layer that grants extra hit points
• Combo System: Chain kills for bonus points and enhanced visual effects
• Economy: Earn coins through gameplay performance to fund upgrades and progression