[Phase 4] Goose Upgrades & Economy #7

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2026-09-03T14:09:20-07:00

letteka commented

2026-09-03 14:09:20 -07:00

Goal: Implement upgradeable goose system and meaningful progression.

1. Goose Upgrade System

Create modular upgrade framework:

Speed: faster projectile velocity
Damage: increased base damage
Range: extended throw distance or slower decay
Spin/Arms: faster rotation rate
Multi-shot: shoot multiple geese simultaneously
Homing: slightly curve toward targets
Explosive: create small explosion on impact
Penetration: pass through multiple enemies

2. Upgrade Purchase Logic

Implement economy-driven upgrades:

Cost scales with each upgrade level
Display next cost in UI before purchase
Confirm purchases (or instant buy for MVP)
Show upgrade progression visually
Allow upgrading goose while playing or only at checkpoints

3. Goose Reserve System

Implement selection between multiple geese:

Start with one unlocked goose type
Unlock new geese through play or currency
Switch between active and reserve geese
Each goose has unique stats or abilities
Visually highlight available selections

4. Currency Economy Balancing

Fine-tune resource flow:

Ensure currency accumulation feels rewarding
Balance spawn rates vs kill rewards
Adjust upgrade costs for meaningful choices
Prevent player from being too rich or too poor
Consider bonus drops for special achievements

5. Visual Upgrade Feedback

Provide clear progression indicators:

Level numbers on goose UI element
Visual effects scale with upgrades (brighter trail, larger impact)
Sound changes as goose improves
Progress bars for next upgrade threshold

Exit Criteria:

At least 3 distinct goose upgrades available
Economy feels fair and encouraging
Upgrade system is easy to understand
Multiple geese can be selected/switched between

**Goal:** Implement upgradeable goose system and meaningful progression. ### 1. Goose Upgrade System Create modular upgrade framework: - Speed: faster projectile velocity - Damage: increased base damage - Range: extended throw distance or slower decay - Spin/Arms: faster rotation rate - Multi-shot: shoot multiple geese simultaneously - Homing: slightly curve toward targets - Explosive: create small explosion on impact - Penetration: pass through multiple enemies ### 2. Upgrade Purchase Logic Implement economy-driven upgrades: - Cost scales with each upgrade level - Display next cost in UI before purchase - Confirm purchases (or instant buy for MVP) - Show upgrade progression visually - Allow upgrading goose while playing or only at checkpoints ### 3. Goose Reserve System Implement selection between multiple geese: - Start with one unlocked goose type - Unlock new geese through play or currency - Switch between active and reserve geese - Each goose has unique stats or abilities - Visually highlight available selections ### 4. Currency Economy Balancing Fine-tune resource flow: - Ensure currency accumulation feels rewarding - Balance spawn rates vs kill rewards - Adjust upgrade costs for meaningful choices - Prevent player from being too rich or too poor - Consider bonus drops for special achievements ### 5. Visual Upgrade Feedback Provide clear progression indicators: - Level numbers on goose UI element - Visual effects scale with upgrades (brighter trail, larger impact) - Sound changes as goose improves - Progress bars for next upgrade threshold ### Exit Criteria: - At least 3 distinct goose upgrades available - Economy feels fair and encouraging - Upgrade system is easy to understand - Multiple geese can be selected/switched between

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Reference: letteka/YeetGeese#7