Explosive Escape Game¶
This page shows the steps, designs and the process of making my final project for FAB Academy 2023.
Idea Behind The game¶
Explosive Escape Game is a thrilling and exciting game that combines the challenge of escaping a locked room with the added excitement of detonating explosives. The game can be played individually or with a group, and the goal is to solve a series of challenging puzzles to find the solution to the puzzle and seal the explosives, preventing them from exploding before time runs out. One player sets the password, and the others must work together to decipher it and gain access. With a limited amount of time, players must use their problem-solving skills and teamwork to beat the clock and achieve a successful escape. The game features fake explosions for added fun, with sound effects and flashing lights to simulate the experience. Explosive Escape Game is perfect for groups of friends or family members who love a challenge and some excitement.
How To Play
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Appoint a person or group to set the lock and pick puzzles to help access the code.
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Press “A” to set the lock and then enter the password consisting of numbers followed by “B”.
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Hand over the game to the team or the other person who will be playing.
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Press “D” to start the timer and begin the game.
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Players must solve a series of puzzles to reach the decoder before the time runs out.
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If the correct number is reached before the time ends, the player is considered a survivor and wins the game.
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If the time runs out before the decoder is reached, the player loses the game.
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Players can try more than once if the time does not end.
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The game can be played individually or with a group, and the fun lies in solving the puzzles and beating the clock to achieve a successful escape.
These steps should help you get started with playing Explosive Escape Game and enjoying the thrill and excitement that it offers.
A Demo Video Of Explosive Escape Game¶
Bill Of Materials¶
In The Making¶
Inspo And sketch¶
The game was initially planned as a treasure hunt using a remote that senses proximity to the treasure. However, concerns about transmission between microcontrollers being blocked or weakened by objects in front of the treasure led to a change of plans. Instead, a puzzle-based game was developed with a design that looks like an explosive, adding a sense of urgency to solve the puzzles within a set timeframe or it will explode. This approach allowed for more creativity and flexibility in designing the game mechanics, while still providing an exciting and engaging experience for players. Players would have to use their problem-solving skills to solve the puzzles and reach the end before the time runs out, making the game both challenging and enjoyable.
The process of creating the game began with extensive research into forms of explosives that could be manufactured for use in a game simulation. After careful consideration, a suitable shape was identified based on the game’s capabilities and overall concept. To begin the production process, a design was sketched out and necessary measurements were determined. This allowed for the creation of a comprehensive blueprint for the game, ensuring a clear plan for bringing the idea to life. The attention to detail and careful planning throughout the design phase ensured that the final product was both functional and visually appealing, resulting in a successful implementation of the initial idea.
The inspo design
The sketche
Design¶
After determining the necessary measurements and creating a blueprint for the game, the design process began using the Fusion360 program. The design was created taking into account the specific electronics that would be used in the game, including screens, keypads, and other necessary components. Throughout the design process, careful consideration was given to the functionality and user experience of the game, ensuring that the electronics were integrated seamlessly into the design.
The front face
Zoomed in
Zoomed in details
The whole design - There are some miswritings of measurements, but this was later corrected
The final Design
Prototype
Elictronics and coding¶
Installation Process¶
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Confirm measurements of the prototype and effectiveness of the codes and electronics.
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Choose MDF as the material to give the impression of an old box that matches the shape of the explosive.
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Cut a sheet of MDF sufficient to cut the box sides.
- Cut the MDF sheet using a laser cutter.
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Use pieces of wood as supports on the sides since MDF is weak, and nail them together using a nailgun.
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Place and secure the electronics inside the box.
- Cut an acrylic sheet of the appropriate size for the slot designated to show the LED light with a hole for the screen in it.
- Place the screen into the hole in the acrylic and secure it with an acrylic frame on the back
