Simple Console Hangman Game

A lightweight, terminal-based Hangman game written in Java. This project was built as a prototype and beginner exercise to practice core Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts, file I/O operations, and basic game logic.

Features

• Multiple Categories: Choose from three word categories (Cars, Phones, or Video Game Characters).
• Randomized Word Selection: Each category dynamically selects a target word per session.
• External Dictionary Validation: Integrates a local text file (words.txt) to check and validate user guesses.
• Trial Tracking: Real-time feedback on remaining attempts and current word progress.

Class Structure

• Main: Handles initial user input and navigates to the selected game category.
• GameDictionary: Reads words.txt into a HashSet to validate player input.
• Cars, Phones, Characters: Category classes containing game submenus and word-guessing loops.

Setup & Running

1. Prerequisites: Ensure Java Development Kit (JDK) 21 or higher is installed on your system.
2. Dictionary File: Ensure the words.txt file is located in the root directory where the program runs.
3. Compilation:

   javac Main.java