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https://github.com/barkerbg001/echo-valley

Echo Valley is a procedurally generated 3D environment built with WebGL and Three.js. It offers an expansive, evolving world for exploration and experimentation, showcasing procedural generation in 3D. Whether you're a developer or just love endless virtual spaces, Echo Valley is a captivating sandbox to explore.
https://github.com/barkerbg001/echo-valley

echo-valley procedural-generation three-js website

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Host: GitHub
URL: https://github.com/barkerbg001/echo-valley
Owner: barkerbg001
Created: 2024-10-24T20:14:45.000Z (3 months ago)
Default Branch: main
Last Pushed: 2024-10-26T16:24:08.000Z (3 months ago)
Last Synced: 2024-10-27T07:54:25.932Z (3 months ago)
Topics: echo-valley, procedural-generation, three-js, website
Language: JavaScript
Homepage: https://echo-valley.vercel.app
Size: 3.26 MB
Stars: 0
Watchers: 1
Forks: 0
Open Issues: 0
Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md

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# Echo Valley

Echo Valley is an immersive, procedurally generated 3D environment created using WebGL with Three.js. This project aims to provide a limitless, expansive world that continuously evolves as users explore it. It's designed primarily for exploration and experimentation, showcasing the power of procedural generation techniques in a 3D space. Whether you're a developer interested in how such worlds are built, or simply someone who loves endless virtual environments, Echo Valley offers a beautiful sandbox to get lost in.

![Echo Valley Screenshot](public/social/share-1200x630.png?raw=true "Echo Valley Screenshot")

## Features

- **Procedural Terrain Generation**: The landscape is dynamically generated, ensuring that no two regions are the same, giving a unique experience each time you explore.
- **Infinite Exploration**: The world extends infinitely, making every journey distinct and providing endless opportunities for discovery.
- **WebGL and Three.js**: Built using WebGL and Three.js, Echo Valley demonstrates how complex 3D environments can run efficiently in the browser.
- **No Purpose, Just Fun**: The project is purely for fun and educational purposes, with no set objectives or game mechanics—just a space to explore, learn, and enjoy.

## Getting Started

Follow the instructions below to set up and run Echo Valley locally:

### Prerequisites

Make sure you have [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/en/download/) installed on your system.

### Installation

1. Clone the repository:
```
git clone https://github.com/barkerbg001/echo-valley
```
2. Navigate into the project directory:
```
cd echo-valley-master
```
3. Install the dependencies:
```
npm install
```

### Running the Project

To start the development server:

```
npm run dev
```

This command will start a local server and you can access Echo Valley by opening your browser and navigating to `http://localhost:3000`.

## File Structure

- **index.html**: The main HTML file that serves as the entry point.
- **public/**: Contains static assets such as images and styles.
- **sources/**: Contains the JavaScript code used to generate and manage the 3D world.
- **vite.config.js**: The configuration file for Vite, which is used as the build tool for the project.

## Technologies Used

- **Three.js**: A powerful 3D graphics library that runs in the browser.
- **Vite**: A fast build tool that provides instant server start and blazing fast HMR.
- **WebGL**: The technology that enables rendering of 3D graphics within browsers.

## Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you have ideas on how to improve Echo Valley, feel free to submit a pull request or open an issue.

## License

This project is open source and available under the [MIT License](LICENSE).

Enjoy exploring!