Playful Technology Courses

Creating a CCTV Camera Escape Room Game Puzzle in Unity

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Learn to create an immersive CCTV camera puzzle for escape rooms using Unity. Develop a video player with multiple feeds, timeline scrubbing, and narrative integration for engaging gameplay experiences.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Pneumatics 101 - A Beginner's Guide to Building Air-Powered Props

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Discover how to build air-powered pneumatic systems for animatronics, escape rooms, and theatrical effects using compressors, valves, cylinders, and connectors.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Make "Offline" Calls Between Landline Telephones - No Phone Network

Discover how to create a standalone telephone system using landline phones and an analog telephone adaptor, perfect for theatre props, escape rooms, or creative projects—no network needed!

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Automate Any Wireless Device - RF Signal Cloning with Arduino and ESP32

Master RF signal cloning with Arduino/ESP32 to automate wireless devices by capturing, filtering, and retransmitting 315/433MHz remote control commands for smart home projects.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Magic Glass - PDLC Film Smart Glass Tutorial with ESP32 Control

Discover how to create switchable transparent windows using PDLC film, ESP32 microcontroller, and relays for magic tricks, escape rooms, and interactive displays.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Crown Jewels Escape Room Puzzle Tutorial Using Multiple Colour Sensors

Learn to build an engaging escape room puzzle using color sensors, LEDs, and microcontrollers. Master wiring, coding, and integrating components for an interactive "Crown Jewels" experience.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Make an ESP32 Escape Room Pirate Wheel Puzzle

Learn to create a pirate-themed escape room puzzle using ESP32, magnetic encoder, and LED strips. Build an interactive ship's wheel that unlocks a treasure chest when rotated in the correct sequence.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Escape Room Tech Puzzle Tutorial - Valves and Gauges

Learn to create an electronic escape room puzzle with valves and gauges using microprocessors. Covers hardware setup, wiring, and Arduino programming for an interactive, rewarding game experience.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Floppy Disk Console Escape Room Puzzle Tutorial with ESP32 and RFID

Learn to create an engaging escape room puzzle using ESP32, RFID, and floppy disks. Build a launch console for players to upload data, triggering various effects. Includes hardware setup and Arduino coding.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

DIY Electronic Directional Lock for Escape Rooms - Arduino Tutorial

Learn to create custom electronic directional locks for escape rooms using Arduino, with demonstrations of themed designs and step-by-step instructions for wiring and coding.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Make a Secret Bookcase Door - DIY Escape Room Tutorial

Learn to create a secret bookcase door using Arduino, switches, and electronic components. Covers construction, wiring, coding, and customization for escape rooms or hidden spaces.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Augmented Reality Tutorial for Beginners Using Unity 2022

Step-by-step guide to creating an AR app for iOS or Android using Unity 2022. Learn image tracking, object placement, and deployment techniques for standalone applications without internet access.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

DIY Wedding Audio Guestbook - Step-by-Step Tutorial

Learn to create a DIY audio guestbook for weddings using a Teensy microcontroller and old telephone. Covers hardware setup, programming, and audio processing for a unique, cost-effective alternative to expensive rentals.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Arduino Escape Room Puzzle Tutorial - Blow Out Candles

Create an Arduino-based escape room puzzle where players blow out candles in sequence, using microphone sensors, LEDs, and sound effects. Learn hardware setup, wiring, and coding for this interactive medieval or spooky-themed challenge.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Slipring Sword Escape Room Puzzle Tutorial - Creating an Interactive LED Puzzle

Create an interactive escape room puzzle with a rotating sword, Norse runes, and LED patterns. Learn hardware setup and Arduino programming for a unique, immersive player experience.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video