CATALYST
turn a familiar interface into an interactive experience
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RSVP[ CHALLENGE ]
A simple rule: interface becomes interaction
Take something people already know and transform it into something completely new.
Examples
- Spotify → puzzle game
- Notes app → visual novel
- Calendar → survival sim
The more unexpected the transformation, the better.
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Document.
Keep a clear devlog as you build. Share experiments, discoveries, and pivots so others can follow how your idea evolved.
Experiment #001
- Subject
- Wikipedia
- Hypothesis
- Wikipedia links could work like a puzzle path.
- Experiments
- Start page and target page
- Limited number of clicks
- Optional hints in the article text
- Result
- Prototype where players try to reach the target article in as few clicks as possible
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Take a look at others' work.
Completed experiments will appear here if Catalyst launches and projects are submitted.
Gallery feed
Experiments will appear here after submissions open.
Submission status
Your project can be featured after review once Catalyst launches.
Gallery coming soon
[ REWARDS ]
Win epic prizes!
Ship your experiment to receive rewards such as game grants, console grants, and useful software tools (subject to change).
Game Grants
Win Steam, Nintendo, or other game grants to inspire your next experiment.
Console Grants
Nintendo Switch or similar console rewards for shipping a great project.
Software Licenses
Professional tools for development and design to level up your workflow.
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