TIC TAC TOE Game

PROJECT SYNOPSIS

OF PROJECT TIC TAC TOEGame

Diploma in Computer Branch

SUBMITTED BY

Name of Student Enrollment Number

1) Akarshit Goyal 230010800004

2) Divek 230010800019

GUIDED BY

Payal Mam

GOVT. POLYTECHNIC, AMBALA CITY

ACADEMIC YEAR

2025
 Abstract

This project report presents a Tic Tac Toe game developed using the C programming language,
designed as a part of a college assignment. The game, named “C-Tic-Tac-Toe”, is an
interactive, console-based application that allows two players to compete in a turn-based
manner.

The game begins with a brief introduction followed by a 3x3 grid where players take turns
placing their marks (X or O). The game continues until a player wins by forming a horizontal,
vertical, or diagonal line, or until the grid is full, resulting in a draw.

The Tic Tac Toe game showcases the use of various programming concepts such as conditions,
loops, arrays, and functions. It demonstrates the potential of the C language in developing
simple yet engaging applications. The game is easy to understand and play, and it can be further
enhanced with additional features such as AI for single-player mode.
 Motivation

The motivation behind creating a Tic Tac Toe game in the C programming language is
manifold:

1. Educational Purpose: The project serves as an excellent opportunity for students to

apply and reinforce their understanding of C programming concepts, including loops,
conditionals, functions, and data structures.

2. Skill Development: Building a Tic Tac Toe game from scratch helps students develop
problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and software development practices.

3. User Engagement: The interactive nature of a Tic Tac Toe game makes it an engaging
tool for learning and entertainment.

4. Scalability: The project is designed with scalability in mind. More features, such as a
scoring system, AI-based opponent, and different grid sizes, can be added in the future.

5. Promotion of Learning: The game promotes learning in a fun and interactive way
while reinforcing programming concepts.
 Literature Review

Here are some pros and cons of creating a Tic Tac Toe game in the C language:

Pros:

1. Learning Experience: Developing a Tic Tac Toe game in C provides a hands-on

learning experience and helps reinforce understanding of fundamental programming
concepts such as loops, conditionals, functions, and arrays.
2. Skill Development: It aids in the development of problem-solving skills, logical
thinking, and software development practices.
3. Performance: C is known for its efficiency and performance. A Tic Tac Toe game
developed in C would be fast and responsive.

Cons:

1. User Interface: C is not ideal for creating attractive user interfaces. The game will be
console-based and may not be as visually appealing as games with graphical
interfaces.

2. Complexity: Managing a larger codebase can be challenging due to the lack of high-
level abstractions in C.

3. Limited Features: Advanced features like AI opponents and multiplayer networking

require additional logic and implementation efforts.
 Methodology

1. Requirement Analysis: Identify the requirements of the game, including the board
structure, player moves, win conditions, and display format.

2. Design: Design the structure of the program, including planning functions for game
initialization, displaying the board, checking for win conditions, and handling user
input.

3. Implementation: Start coding the game based on the design. The implementation
includes:

• Initialization: Set up the game, initialize variables, and display instructions. • Main Game
Loop: Create a loop that alternates turns between two players. • Board Display: Print the
current game state to the console. • Move Handling: Accept user input and validate
moves. • Check Win Conditions: Determine if a player has won or if the game ends in a
draw. • Result Display: Announce the winner or declare a tie.

4. Testing: After implementation, test the game thoroughly to ensure all functions work as
expected and fix any bugs.

5. Documentation: Document the whole process, including requirement analysis, design,

implementation details, and testing process. This will be the final project report.
 Facilities required for proposed work (Source Code)

• Hardware Requirements: A computer system with sufficient memory and processing power to run a
C compiler and execute the game.

• Learning Resources: Books, online tutorials, and resources for learning C programming and
understanding the syntax and concepts.

• Testing Tools: Tools for debugging and testing the code (GDB, Valgrind).

• Project Management Tools: Tools for version control (like Git) and task management.

• Time: Sufficient time for designing, coding, testing, and debugging the game.
• Software Requirements: i) Operating System: Any OS that supports C programming (Windows,
Linux, MacOS). ii) C Compiler: Software that can compile C code (GCC, Clang, MinGW for
Windows). iii) Code Editor: A text editor or IDE for writing code (Visual Studio Code, Sublime
Text, Atom).
 Facilities required for proposed work (Source Code)

#include <stdio.h>

char board[3][3] =
char currentPlayerMark = 'X';

void displayBoard() { for (int i = 0; i

< 3; i++) { for (int j = 0; j < 3; j++)
{ printf(" %c ", board[i][j]); if (j <
2) printf("|");
}
if (i < 2) printf("\n---|—|---\n");
}
printf("\n");
}
int checkWin() {
for (int i = 0; i < 3; i++)
if ((board[i][0] == board[i][1] && board[i][1] == board[i][2]) ||
(board[0][i] == board[1][i] && board[1][i] == board[2][i]))
return 1;
if ((board[0][0] == board[1][1] && board[1][1] == board[2][2]) ||
(board[0][2] == board[1][1] && board[1][1] == board[2][0]))
return 1; return 0;
}
void playerMove() { int move;
printf("Enter position (1-9): "); scanf("%d", &move);
board[(move-1)/3][(move-1)%3] = currentPlayerMark;
}

int main() { while (1) {

displayBoard(); playerMove(); if (checkWin())
{ displayBoard();
printf("Player %c wins!\n", currentPlayerMark); break;
}
currentPlayerMark = (currentPlayerMark == 'X') ? 'O' : 'X';
}
return 0;
}
 References

Here are some references that can help you in creating a quiz game in C language:

1. Here are some references that can help in creating a Tic Tac Toe game in C language:

2. Tic Tac Toe Game in C - GeeksforGeeks: This article explains how to implement a simple
Tic Tac Toe game using C programming.

3. Tic Tac Toe in C with Source Code - Itsourcecode.com: Provides a complete source code for
a console-based Tic Tac Toe game in C.

4. How to Build a Simple Tic Tac Toe Game in C - Studytonight: Covers step-by-step
implementation of a Tic Tac Toe game in C language.

5. Understanding Arrays and Functions in C - Giraffe Academy: A useful resource for handling
arrays and functions, which are essential for a Tic Tac Toe game.

6. Mini Project on Tic Tac Toe in C - Code with C: A detailed tutorial and project guide for
creating a Tic Tac Toe game in C programming.

7. This document provides a comprehensive guide for developing a Tic Tac Toe game in C,
serving as a valuable learning experience in programming and software development.