Kana Krusher

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Kana Krusher * 2025 - Version 2.0 - ドーナツ スチール

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Thank you for downloading Kana Krusher!

A fast-paced educational game that helps you learn Japanese Kana!

-Hiragana

-Katakana

-Dakuon-Handakuon variants

-Youon combinations

Blast Kana by typing their romaji (e.g., type "ka" to defeat か).

Master Hiragana and Katakana through quick reflexes and kana recall.

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How to Play

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- Use the keyboard to type the correct romaji for each falling kana.

- The game uses standard IME input.

- Each correct input defeats a Kana and awards you 10 points.

- Incorrect inputs deduct 5 points.

- If a Kana makes it to the Danger Zone you will lose 1 life.

- Losing all 3 lives results in a game over.

- Survive and clear the level to progress.

- Toggle between Hiragana and Katakana levels from the main menu.

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Controls

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- Keyboard: Type kana romaji (no need to press Enter)

- ESC: Pause / Resume

- Arrow keys: Menu navigation

- Enter: Select menu item

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Features

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- 26 standard levels

- 4 challenge levels

- Scoring system with accuracy tracking

- Optional pronunciation audio for each Kana

- Clean UI

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Audio & Requirements

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- Audio is built-in (no setup needed)

- Windows only (.exe file)

- No installation required — just extract and run

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Credits

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Game design & Programming: キース デイビス 

Kana pronunciation audio generated via TTS

Built with Python and Pygame

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Troubleshooting

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If audio does not play:

- Ensure you're running KanaKrusher.exe from the extracted folder

- Audio files are embedded; no internet required

If the game doesn't launch:

- Try right-clicking the .exe and selecting "Run as Administrator"

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Contact

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Business inquiries:

keithdavis1705@gmail.com

Thank you for downloading, happy learning!