Module 4 - BUILD
Implementing a digital escape game
Tool 1 – Troubleshooting guide (common issues + fixes)
Issue 1: “Players don’t know what to do”
- Rewrite instructions in clearer and concise sentences: “What to do:”
- Add a visible “Start here” marker and concrete hints for each step.
Issue 2: “Nothing is clickable”
- Move the clickable object to the top layer
- Add a label or glow effect to show it’s interactive
Issue 3: “Buttons go to the wrong screen”
- Rename pages with numbers (00/01/02)
- Retest every button after renaming
Issue 4: “Audio/video doesn’t work on some devices”
- Avoid autoplay, include a “play” button option.
- Provide text alternative and keep gameplay possible without media
Issue 5: “External tool/embed fails”
- Open the external tool in a new tab instead of embedding
- Provide a backup clue method within and outside of Genially
Tool 2 – Full module checklist
| 4.1 | □ I chose a flow: linear (or branching if confident). □ I decided: single screen (or multiple devices if needed). |
4.2
| □ My Genially project is created and saved properly. □ Each page has a clear goal or instruction area. □ I can navigate from one screen to another in Preview. □ I duplicated a backup version. |
| 4.3 | □ My assets are organised in folders with clear names. □ Backgrounds are readable (text can be seen clearly). □ Audio and video elements are short and optional. |
| 4.4 | □ Every puzzle has an interaction type (click/type/drag). □ Every interaction gives feedback for correct and incorrect choices. □ Success always unlocks something clear (message, next page). □ Wrong answers get adequate feedback and redirection with hints. |
| 4.5 | □ Instructions are short and always visible. □ Text is readable on mobile, tablet and laptop. □ Audio and video elements are optional and have text alternatives. □ Key elements and buttons are large enough for touch screens. |
| 4.6 | □ I completed a full solo test (navigation, interactions, media). □ I ran at least one playtest with 2 other people. □ I logged issues and fixed high-priority ones. |
| 4.7 | □ I tested the link on a second device. □ I created at least two backups (versions + asset folder). □ I have a low-connectivity plan if relevant. |
Tool 3 – Useful digital tools list
Expanded tutorials
- Genially Academy: Courses to learn everything about Genially.
- Genially website with plenty of resources and templates for various topics.
Images: Stock visuals and backgrounds
- Canva: Wide library of visuals, icons, shapes and photos; various tools to modify, combine and adapt the images you want.
- Storyset: Free editable illustrations in consistent styles.
- Freepik, Pixabay and Pexels: Free image and background database.
- Unsplash: Free high-quality photography (modern, real-world).
Audio: Music and sound effects
- Incompetech: Hundreds of songs by Kevin MacLeod, free for use.