PicoLock is a web game that teaches cybersecurity concepts. The concept this game focuses on is : Cryptography. This is a collaboration project between Carnegie Mellon University Entertainment Technology center and picoCTF.
Game Overview
Embark on a voyage through a meticulously crafted open-world environment, where every nook and cranny holds secrets to the cryptic realm of cybersecurity. As you navigate through three distinct levels of gameplay, you’ll be entangled in a riveting storyline that seamlessly interlaces real-world cybersecurity concepts. Challenge yourself with real-world cyber-attack simulations, learn to identify the chinks in the armor, and fortify defenses against looming threats.
Visual Journey
Our game’s aesthetic is a deliberate blend of the digital and the natural, adorned with a 3D low-poly art style that echoes the mysterious vibe of a high-tech, cyber-enabled landscape. The visuals entice with a promise of adventure, as players decode the secrets enveloped in the intertwining realms of nature and cyber-technologies. Our gallery and trailer give a sneak peek into a world where every pixel is infused with mystery, awaiting your decryption.
Educational Goal
Our collaboration with stalwarts from CyLab Security and Privacy Institute ensures that while you traverse through adventurous trails, the essence of cryptography education isn’t lost. It’s not just a game, it’s your playground to practical knowledge where every challenge conquered is a concept learned.
