Module 4 - BUILD
Implementing a digital escape game
3. Integrating multimedia assets from the Creation Kit
3.1 First step: Create a clear asset folder
On your computer or drive, create folders for each asset type to ensure clarity and avoid confusion. For example:
- 01 Backgrounds
- 02 Icons
- 03 Clues
- 04 Audio
- 05 Video
Tips & tricks: Rename each file so you can find them easily. For example: “Puzzle 1 clue newspaper.png” or “lock_open_sound.mp3”.
Include one text file “Licences & attributions” where you paste credit/licence notes for every asset, to properly credit when relevant.
3.2 Add images, icons and backgrounds
- Choose one background per page (avoid heavy, detailed images and ensure proper colour contrast as text must be readable).
- Insert your background image and lock it (so it doesn’t move).
- Insert icons and objects (locks, keys, arrows, interactive elements).
- Keep the style consistent (don’t mix different styles, keep it clear).
Tips & tricks: Use repeating visual language.
Activity: True/False question
Decide whether the statements are true or false.
3.3 How to add sound effects
- Keep the audio file short (1–3 seconds).
- Use it only on important moments (unlock, reveal).
- Add it to a clickable object or success message.
When sound is useful:
- A short “success” sound (unlock, click) or “failure” sound (soft buzzer).
- As optional background music (only if it does not affect concentration).
Tips & tricks: Ensure the game works perfectly without audio, and that sounds are not necessary to solve the puzzles. Some participants’ experiences will be negatively affected by sound (noise restrictions, device limitations).
3.4 How to add video
- Decide the purpose of the video (instruction, clue, atmosphere).
- Add a clear “Play video” button (don’t autoplay).
- Put the key information in text as well.
Best practice for youth settings
- Use very short videos (10–30 seconds).
- Make videos optional (“Watch for extra clue”).
- Always provide a text alternative summary.
3.5 Keep the performance fast and efficient
- Avoid huge background images.
- Reduce the number of videos and animations.
- Keep pages simple: fewer moving parts = fewer technical issues.
Tips & tricks: If you preview your game and pages take a long time to load, remove animations and videos and split heavy page into two lighter pages.