PROG8051 Assignment 1: Virtual Pet Simulator Project

A C# console application that simulates caring for a virtual pet.

Features

• Choose from different pet types (Cat, Dog, Bird, Chinchilla)
• Name your pet and interact with it through a console menu
• Perform actions:
  • Feed: Decreases hunger, improves health
  • Play: Increases happiness, slightly increases hunger
  • Rest: Improves health, reduces happiness
• Pet status tracked on a scale of 1–10 (Hunger, Happiness, Health)
• Time-based events simulate the passing of hours
• Status checks and warnings for critical status levels
• Pet will refuse to eat or play if neglected

How to Run

1. Open the project in Visual Studio
2. Build and run the program.
3. Follow the prompts in the console to care for your pet.

Sample Commands

• Choose a pet type by number
• Enter a pet name
• Select actions from the menu (1–5)
• Exit the simulation with option 5

Video Recording

Video Link Here

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