A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux

The AWS Cloud Conjurer is an escape-room-inspired, collaborative learning experience where players step into the roles of magicians using AWS tools to solve puzzles. Designed to teach cloud-based AI development through hands-on challenges, this game allows players to learn, collaborate, and apply real AWS services in a fun and engaging way.


👥 Players: 3 players or more

🕰️ Gameplay: ~1.5 hours

💣 Difficulty: 2/5

👀 Link to hints: https://www.elaineyunruchan.com/post/learn-ai-development-on-aws


Prerequisites

  1. Players must own an AWS account AWS Console Signup
  2. Players must be comfortable/willing to work with technical resources e.g., terminal, AWS tools
  3. Players' local computers should have the following installed
    1. python
    2. pip


How to Play

This game is designed for 3 or more players, with each player required to download their own copy of the game. Gameplay is synchronous, but there’s no need to connect to a central game server. The storylines naturally overlap as long as players communicate effectively with each other.

The game follows a click-to-continue visual novel format. One player will act as the host, while the rest of the group will participate as players.

Please note: Once you advance to the next scene, there is no way to return to a previous screen. Ensure your entire team is aligned and ready before proceeding to the next step. Communication is key to your success!

StatusReleased
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
Authorelainechan01
GenreEducational, Puzzle
Made withRen'Py
TagsEscape Game, Team-Based
Average sessionAbout an hour
MultiplayerLocal multiplayer
Player count3

Download

Download
TheAWSCloudConjurer-1.0-win.zip 41 MB
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TheAWSCloudConjurer-1.0-mac.zip 48 MB
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TheAWSCloudConjurer-1.0-pc.zip 53 MB

Install instructions

Prerequisites

  1. Players must own an AWS account AWS Console Signup
  2. Players must be comfortable/willing to work with technical resources e.g., terminal, AWS tools
  3. Players' local computers should have the following installed
    1. python
    2. pip


How to Play

This game is designed for 3 or more players, with each player required to download their own copy of the game. Gameplay is synchronous, but there’s no need to connect to a central game server. The storylines naturally overlap as long as players communicate effectively with each other.

The game follows a click-to-continue visual novel format. One player will act as the host, while the rest of the group will participate as players.

Please note: Once you advance to the next scene, there is no way to return to a previous screen. Ensure your entire team is aligned and ready before proceeding to the next step. Communication is key to your success!

  1. Each player must download the zip file according to their device's operating system.
  2. Extract the file and run the executable. If you're on a Linux device, view the additional instructions below.
  3. When everyone is ready, click on Start.

For Linux Devices

If Steps 1 and 2 have already been completed, you only need to proceed with Step 3:

  1. Open your terminal and navigate to the directory containing the TheAWSCloudConjurer.sh file.
  2. Make the script executable by running: chmod +x TheAWSCloudConjurer.sh
  3. Launch the game by running: ./TheAWSCloudConjurer.sh

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