GameVault X

Welcome to GameVault X, a comprehensive PC gaming discovery platform. This project showcases an evolution of PC gaming from classic masterpieces to next-gen ray-traced wonders.

Features

• Game Discovery: Explore games categorized by release eras (2000–Present).
• Authentication: Secure user login and registration systems.
• System Requirements: Intelligent spec comparison tools for gaming enthusiasts.
• Responsive UI: A modern, dark-themed interface built with React and Tailwind CSS.
• Backend Infrastructure: Robust Node.js/Express backend with MongoDB integration.

Technology Stack

• Frontend: React, Vite, Lucide React, CSS Variables (Neon Aesthetic)
• Backend: Node.js, Express, MongoDB
• Styling: Vanilla CSS with modern custom properties

Project Structure

├── backend/            # Express server, MongoDB models, and seeding scripts
├── frontend/           # Vite + React application
├── package.json        # Workspace configuration
└── README.md           # Project documentation

Setup and Installation

Backend

1. Navigate to backend/
2. Install dependencies: npm install
3. Configure your MongoDB URI in environment variables.
4. Run the seed script: node seed.js
5. Start the server: node server.js

Frontend

1. Navigate to frontend/
2. Install dependencies: npm install
3. Start the dev server: npm run dev