Problem
Children learning early computational thinking concepts benefit from activities that encourage logical connections, sequencing, and cause-and-effect reasoning. The goal of this project was to create an interactive puzzle game where players connect pipe segments to complete functional pathways.
Approach
I designed the game around rotating and connecting pipe pieces to create continuous paths between start and end points. The gameplay encourages players to analyze relationships between pieces, predict outcomes, and test solutions through experimentation.
The focus was on making the mechanics visually clear and easy to understand while reinforcing concepts such as logical flow, connectivity, and step-by-step problem solving.
Key Features
Pipe rotation and connection mechanics
Continuous path validation system
Puzzle-based logical reasoning challenges
Progressive level difficulty
Interactive visual feedback for correct connections
Key Learnings
Cause-and-effect mechanics help reinforce logical reasoning skills
Clear visual communication is essential for younger audiences
Puzzle systems benefit from immediate success feedback
Educational gameplay becomes more engaging when experimentation is encouraged
This project strengthened my understanding of creating interactive puzzle systems that combine problem solving with playful learning experiences.
Tools & Technologies
Unity
C#
Future Improvements
Additional pipe mechanics and obstacles
Timed puzzle challenges
Larger puzzle grids and advanced level progression