Moving the character

Now, let's start adding some code and making the game interactive! In this section, we'll do everything necessary to launch our main character using the slingshot.

Initialization

The first thing we want to do is make sure that the position of our main character resets every time we start the game. Click on the main character and create the following script in the script area:

The code snippet states that when the green flag is clicked, the current sprite (the main character) will move to the same position as the slingshot.

Check whether your code works by clicking on the green flag. You should see your character jumping to the same position as the slingshot. You may find that the character is behind the slingshot; if you would prefer for it to be in front, simply click on it on the Stage and drag it a short distance. Interacting with any sprite in this way will put it on top of all the other sprites.

Moving the character with the keyboard

Now, let's allow the player to move...