Haunted Dollhouse

Collaborated with Fatima Akhai

Concept

Help Bubble escape a haunted dollhouse.The game involves a 3D figure of Bubble that interacts with the dollhouse using a magnet sensor. The experience includes audio cues, screen prompts, and dynamic lighting effects to create a spooky atmosphere

Credits

  • David Rios - Instructor, "Introduction to Physical Computing"

  • Harvey Gunjareug - Assistant in Coding and Debugging

  • Lening Hou - Photography

Interaction

The Interactive Fun

The heart of the game is how you play it. You use a magnet as a digital input to control Bubble's moves in the dollhouse. Move the magnet, and things happen!

In "Bubble's Adventure," you play as Bubble, trapped in a haunted dollhouse. Your goal? Escape! But it won't be easy. You'll need to find keys, manage your battery life, and make decisions that shape Bubble's fate. All of this happens in a spooky atmosphere filled with surprises.

Here's how it works:

1. Lights: The dollhouse lights up as you move the magnet. It guides you through the game and adds to the spooky atmosphere.

2. Sounds: The game has eerie sounds like creaking floors and whispers. They respond to what you do, making the game even more thrilling.

3. Movement (Servo): Doors open and close, all thanks to the magnet. It's like magic! These movements are controlled by servos, making the game feel real and interactive.

Fabrication

Dollhouse

Our haunted journey began with selecting the perfect dollhouse. We opted for a classic design, carefully chosen for its potential to become an eerie and engaging environment. We went for a combination of violet and purple acrylic paints, setting a spooky tone. To make the dollhouse stand out, we highlighted its frame with vibrant orange acrylic accents.

Furniture

The dollhouse came with furniture that we wanted to enhance. We painted it all with crisp white acrylic, creating a striking contrast against the dark backdrop of the dollhouse. This decision made the furniture stand out prominently in the dimly lit haunted dollhouse.

The Technical Challenge

Arduino

Arduino was employed to control the interactive components of the game. This included managing the input from the magnet sensor and orchestrating the corresponding output actions, such as controlling lights, triggering audio effects, and coordinating servo-driven movements within the dollhouse.

Conclusion

"Bubble's Adventure" is a testament to the fusion of technology and storytelling. By utilizing magnets as digital inputs and exposing light, audio, and servo-controlled movement as outputs, the game offers players an immersive and spine-tingling experience within the haunted dollhouse.

We made it

As we look back on our journey, we can't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. The long hours, brainstorming sessions, and hard work have led us to this moment.


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