E-CLAVES

Game Design

UI Design

Controls and Sensors

A simple instrument enhanced by electronics for dynamic learning and play

Electronic Claves is a 1D rhythm game that can be played solo or with another person. Guided by a bi-directional rhythm display, players can sync up their controllers to a rhythm and make use of surfaces in their space to bring the beat to life.

The game can be a tool to improve one’s sense of rhythm or a meditative way to pass time. To improve the coordination between their two hands or between two players, users may practice any two-measure drumming pattern and adjust the game speed.

Condensing this game’s information into a 1D interface forced exploration into different dimensions (color, orientation, and rhythm) within the interface. The demo can be played at tinyurl.com/ClaveDemo with the “s” and “k” keys.

A screenshot of the interface built with javascript, HTML. Built with arduino.