[T10] - Drezzle

Inspiration

The inspiration for Drezzle came during our conversations about games and the fascinating potential of AI-generated images. We were particularly intrigued by the idea of having objects represent certain models, which would then be thrown into a magical portal or cauldron. These actions would send prompts to the AI, generating a unique image based on those inputs. The concept of blending this with a mystical, magical atmosphere and turning it into a puzzle game really excited us, and that’s how the idea was born.

What it does

Drezzle is a multiplayer puzzle game where each player creates a unique jigsaw puzzle for their opponent by generating images through AI. Players select models that represent objects, throw them into a magical portal, and the AI crafts an image based on the provided prompt. The opponent then assembles the jigsaw puzzle of this image, and the first one to finish wins. The game supports both competitive and cooperative modes, offering a variety of engaging ways to challenge friends or work together.

How we built it

We built Drezzle using a combination of Meta SDK for the mixed reality integration, Photon for the multiplayer networking, and an AI image generator to create the unique puzzle images. The game leverages the power of AI to transform player prompts into vivid images, which are then broken into jigsaw puzzle pieces.

Challenges we ran into

One of the biggest challenges we faced was working with the Meta SDK's grab mechanics. Some features didn’t work the way we envisioned, so we had to adapt and implement our own solutions to achieve the functionality we wanted. There were moments when we felt limited by the tools, but we overcame these barriers through experimentation and custom modifications.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We’re proud to have created an experience that merges AI-generated art with puzzle-solving in a way that hasn’t been done before. The fact that players can generate unique, real-time puzzles and engage in multiplayer modes—whether competitively or cooperatively—is something we’re particularly excited about. Additionally, we managed to maintain a strong sense of team collaboration and workflow efficiency, which allowed us to explore a new artistic direction and achieve our project goals.

What we learned

Throughout this project, we learned a great deal about working with AI in game development and designing a game that leverages real-time creativity. We also grew as a team, improving our collaboration and problem-solving skills. Moreover, experimenting with different art styles in a game context gave us fresh insights into visual design.

What's next for Drezzle

Moving forward, we plan to expand Drezzle by adding more puzzle modes, refining the AI-generated art, and enhancing the multiplayer experience. We also see potential in introducing new magical objects and AI prompt variations to keep the gameplay dynamic and engaging. The possibilities are endless, and we’re excited about the future of Drezzle!