Word prompts become 3D objects under time pressure

Alias AR · 3D word game

For Tactic Games, flyAR created an AR mini-game version of Alias where prompts appeared as 3D icons instead of written words, with timer and score logic for quick rounds.

Client: Tactic Games
Sector: Games
Year: 2019
Service: Brand, retail & product moments
Delivery: Browser · QR

01 Problem

Problem

The challenge was to translate a well-known word-explaining mechanic into AR without losing the speed and clarity of the original game.

02 Approach

Approach

We replaced word cards with 3D object prompts and added game logic for timer, points, and quick explanation rounds.

03 Outcome

Outcome

Alias became playable as a compact AR mini-game.
The prompts were visual and spatial instead of text-based.
The result kept the core mechanic: explain fast, score points, keep moving.

Inputs we worked from

Alias game mechanic
3D icon prompts
Mini-game logic

Audiences

Game players
Families
Brand/game fans

Deliverables

AR mini-game
Timer and point counter
3D prompt library

Service used

Brand, retail & product moments

Extend packaging, POS, showrooms, and events into an app-free / browser-based brand moment people can open without installing anything.

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