StackED//Cards

Overview

STACK//FLOW is a systems-driven card prototype that explores how traditional card interactions change when constrained to a stack (LIFO) data structure.

The project was built to demonstrate:

• understanding of core data structures applied to gameplay
• system-driven design thinking
• translating abstract computer science concepts into interactive mechanics

Core Concept

Instead of allowing free card manipulation, the system restricts the player to stack operations:

• Push → add card
• Pop → remove last card
• Peek → inspect top card
• Shuffle (conditional) → reset stack state

This transforms the problem from card arrangement to state management over time.

Technical Implementation

• Custom stack system implemented in C#
• Deterministic card state management
• Input-driven interaction system
• Rule-based constraints (e.g., shuffle only when stack is full)

STACK//FLOW is not a content-heavy game—it is a mechanics-first prototype .