Creating a Basic Hangman Game in Java

Learn how to implement a simple Hangman game in Java with basic functionality such as random word selection, user input, and displaying the game state.
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Hangman is a classic word-guessing game that can be implemented in various programming languages. In this guide, we'll create a basic Hangman game in Java. The game will randomly select a word from a predefined list, and the player will have to guess the letters of the word within a certain number of attempts.

Let's start by outlining the basic steps to implement the Hangman game:

Initialize the Game: Define the list of words to choose from and set the maximum number of attempts allowed.

Select a Random Word: Choose a word randomly from the list of words.

Display Initial State: Show the initial state of the Hangman game, which includes the hidden word and the number of attempts left.

Prompt User for Input: Ask the user to guess a letter.

Check User Input: Verify if the guessed letter is correct and update the game state accordingly.

Repeat: Keep prompting the user for input until the word is guessed or the maximum number of attempts is reached.

Now, let's implement these steps in Java:

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This Java program creates a simple command-line Hangman game. When you run the program, it randomly selects a word from the predefined list, displays the initial state of the game, and prompts the user to guess letters. The game continues until the word is guessed correctly or the maximum number of attempts is reached.

Feel free to modify and enhance this basic implementation to add more features, such as a graphical interface, difficulty levels, or a larger word list.

Now that you have the basic structure of a Hangman game in Java, you can customize and expand it according to your preferences and requirements.