Policy Hero

Inspiration Insurance is often confusing and intimidating, especially for students who are just starting to manage financial responsibilities. We wanted to create something fun and interactive that breaks down complex insurance topics into simple, engaging experiences.

What it does Policy Hero is a gamified learning platform that teaches the basics of health, auto, and home insurance. Players explore interactive scenarios, answer quizzes, and learn practical tips for everyday risk management—all while playing in a pixel-style, retro game environment.

How we built it -We built two main components: -Games in HTML/JavaScript (Phaser 3): fast-paced mini-games that visually demonstrate risk and protection. -Quizzes in Python (Pygame): multiple-choice insurance challenges with feedback and explanations. -We combined these into a cohesive experience that balances fun gameplay with educational takeaways.

Challenges we ran into -Combining multiple technologies (HTML/JS and Python) in a way that felt seamless. -Managing time between learning new frameworks (Phaser and Pygame) while also creating meaningful content. -Designing visuals (pixel art backgrounds, characters, and icons) that matched the educational theme.

Accomplishments that we're proud of -Built multiple working prototypes (mini-game + quiz) under hackathon time pressure. -Created original pixel-style visuals to make insurance fun and approachable. -Learned and applied new technologies (Phaser) in just a few days.

What we learned -How to take a traditionally “dry” subject and turn it into something interactive. -Basics of building games in both Phaser (web) and Pygame (desktop). -Team collaboration and splitting tasks between design, development, and content.

What’s next for Policy Hero -Add more scenarios covering renters, life, and travel insurance. -Host the game online so players can try it instantly. -Explore integrating APIs for real-world examples (e.g., sample quotes, claim scenarios).

Built With

• and
• auto
• home
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