# Memory Game A console-based memory game where players try to remember and recall words. The game features multiple difficulty levels and tracks high scores. ## Features - Three difficulty levels (Easy, Medium, Hard) - Different word lists and display times for each level - High score tracking per difficulty level - Simple and intuitive console interface ## How to Play 1. Run the game: ```bash python memory_game.py ``` 2. Choose a difficulty level: - Easy: Simple words (3-5 letters), 7 seconds display time - Medium: Moderate words (6-8 letters), 5 seconds display time - Hard: Complex words (9+ letters), 3 seconds display time 3. Gameplay: - A word will be displayed for a few seconds - After the word disappears, type what you remember - Get +1 point for correct answers, -1 for incorrect - Type 'exit' to end the game 4. High Scores: - High scores are saved per difficulty level - They persist between game sessions - Stored in `highscores.json` ## Future Upgrades The following features are planned for future versions: - Text-to-speech for word reading - Speech recognition for voice input - Web-based version using Flask - Additional game modes and challenges ## Requirements No external dependencies required for the basic version. See `requirements.txt` for optional dependencies for future features. # memory-game