BrainBattle

Within the frame of the research project CADET, the ARS Electronica Futurelab has developed an interactive arcade game called "BrainBattle". In this game, two players can take on the ultimate battle of brains against each other with brain computer interfaces. As a result, well-known classic games like Pong, Space Invaders and Pac Man are revitalized by an unusual form of interaction.

The term of the electroencephalogram is most probably far better known in the medical field. This technology, however, has taken over to the game area. In addition to realizing the game play with thoughts from the mind, the interface for "Brain Battle" also allows utilizing the tilt of the head and the movement of the facial muscles as means of interaction. A high degree of concentration is required in order to move the characters completely freehand on the playing field.

Credits:
Roland Haring, Veronika Pauser, Otto Naderer, Christopher Lindinger, Michael Badics, Imanol Gomez, My Trinh Gardiner

Category:

Gaming

Tags:

• Brain--computer Interface
• Arcade Game