Engage with "Save the Ocean," an interactive game that educates players about plastic pollution. Assume the role of a fisherman, collect oceanic plastic debris, and contribute to raising awareness about environmental conservation.
Abstract
Save the Ocean is an interactive game designed to raise awareness about the pressing issue of plastic pollution in our oceans. Players assume the role of a fisherman, using a net to collect plastic debris from the sea, thereby highlighting the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.
Homepage of the Save The Ocean game - Image courtesy of Matteo Subet and Max Fonseca under CC BY SA 4.0
Concept
Players control a fishing net using their mouse, aiming to catch as many pieces of plastic as possible. This engaging gameplay mechanic serves to educate players on the prevalence of plastic pollution and the importance of ocean conservation.
The core of the game - Image courtesy of Matteo Subet and Max Fonseca under CC BY SA 4.0
Process Development
The game was developed over a two-week period as part of a university project in December 2021. Utilizing P5.js, the development process involved creating a system based on three distinct scenes, incorporating foundational programming knowledge and logical structures acquired during the course. You can access anytime the game via this link.
Last page of the game with few information on the possible partner and the final result - Image courtesy of Matteo Subet and Max Fonseca under CC BY SA 4.0
Note
The project was developed during the Creative Coding course of the Master of Arts in Interaction Design at SUPSI together with my collegue Max Fonseca.
How to cite this page:
Subet, Matteo (2021). Save the Ocean. Retrieved on 18 December 2025 from zumat.ch/projects/save-the-ocean.html