Create *Simple* Android LibGDX Java game (ant farm / digging)

I will need you to create a simple framework for an Ant Farm / Digging game. It doesn't need to be a complete project/game but will have basic rendering and movement mechanics. No AI or game victory conditions are required at this stage.

Some of the generic project requirements will be as follows:

- Use latest Android SDK, Eclipse Java project

- LibGDX library v0.9.9 ([url removed, login to view])

- Clean/organized coding with clear variable names (English!) and moderate commenting

- HD resolution of at least 800x600 (or closest device screen equivalent)

Game requirements:

- Just one single Activity class/screen with the game, no menus or extra stuff required

- Uses hexagonal map 2D tile system as shown in mockup image attached

- Single-color blocks can be used, graphical detail assets not required (I can provide the PSD of the mock-up if you feel ambitious)

- System to allow "digging" of hexagonal blocks by the Ant entities and movement of Ants through dug blocks

- Very simple pathfinding to allow Ant to wander tunnels and/or dig new

- No animation required at this phase

The coder I'm looking for:

- New-to-Freelancer is fine, I'm ready to give anyone a chance

- Strong grasp of the English language is required

- Good communication on at least a 12-18 hour basis required

- Must provide example of prior Android/Java code (can be just a snippet) that has been hand-coded by you for review

- Preference given to candidates with strong LibGDX experience

Again, I'm not looking for a huge project, just basically a tech-demo that I can build on later. This is a side-project, so deadline is not critical, but I will provide bonus if the project can be completed in under 10 days. Once this initial project has been completed, I may be interested in re-hiring the right candidate for more features and eventual full app development.

Android Game Design Java Mobile App Development Software Architecture

Project ID: #5718827

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