Stick Matches and Dots Games

This repository contains two classic strategy games implemented in Python using the Tkinter library: Stick Matches and Timbiriche (Dots and Boxes). Each game includes interactive graphical interfaces and intelligent gameplay mechanics.

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Games Overview

1. Stick Matches

In this game, players take turns removing sticks from a pile. The goal is to avoid being the player who takes the last stick. The computer opponent plays strategically to challenge the player.

Features:

• Adjustable initial number of sticks.
• Configurable maximum number of sticks per turn.
• Interactive interface with clear turn-based gameplay.
• Strategic AI opponent.

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2. Timbiriche (Dots and Boxes)

A grid-based game where players take turns drawing lines between dots to form squares. Players score points by completing squares. The player with the most completed squares wins.

Features:

• Dynamic grid size starting from 5x5.
• Animated drawing of lines.
• AI opponent capable of strategic moves.
• Scoring system with color-coded squares.

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Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/KPlanisphere/games-stick-matches-and-dots.git
   cd games-stick-matches-and-dots   ```

2. Ensure Python 3.x is installed.

3. Install Tkinter (if not already available):

   pip install tk   

4. Run the desired game:

   python palillos.py # For Stick Matches 
   python timbiriche.py # For Timbiriche