Levelhead by Julian Oliver is an “augmented-reality spatial-memory game” using semacode ARToolkit marker imprinted cubes as player interface – levelHead uses a hand-held solid-plastic cube as its only interface. On-screen it appears each face of the cube contains a little room, each of which are logically connected by doors. In one of these rooms is […]
The Midiator kit converts a Playstation 2 controller for MIDI use Supports official PS2 controllers, cheap knockoffs and wireless controllers Analog joysticks control pitch bend and several controllers (or whatever you want them to do) Buttons either trigger notes or toggle controller signals LCD and menu system for mode switching (controller vs. note triggering) and […]
A reinvisioning of a classic that adds a touch of (nearly) danger – “Simon Stabs…” is an interactive game that provides ‘harmless’ platform differs from a typical knife skill game with a real knife. It consists of two gaming platforms with wooden knives as ‘switch’ to press six ‘buttons’ in the space between each finger. […]
The visible pinball machine makes for some great still images – but seeing it function in person is an eye-opening mechanical learning experience. There’s a lot more action beyond the playfield – This project started as most do; out of necessity. I was teaching classes in Interactive Kinetic Art (pinball) and I had a need […]
David sent in his version of the game of life. It’s made with an AVR micro-controller and a 20×4 character display. Everything you need know about building one for yourself is available on his website. AVR based game of life Related: Get your own Game of Life Board @ the MAKE store
