[twalichiewicz]

Thanks for all your feedback!

I was suspicious when I first coded this that it needed a better way to introduce the rules. I've gone ahead and buffed the HINT so that time doesn't resume until you get a chance to type out your first word. I also added a background hint on the return phase instead of just leaving it blank.

Another comment mentioned that the instructions that I put on itch.io made it clearer (and forgot to post on HN, whoops!) so I've pasted them below.

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HOW TO PLAY

1. Type HIT to serve

2. Type your opponent's word to line up your character with the ball, then type your word to send a volley back

3. Submit your word before the time runs out. The faster you submit your word, the faster your hit!

RULES

1. Words must be 3 letters or longer

2. No repeated words in the same rally

SCORING

1. Tennis rules: 15-30-40-Game

2. Best of 3 games wins the match

CONTROLS

Desktop: Type and press Enter or Space to submit

Mobile: On-screen keyboard