The Quantum Prisoner – A great adventure at the heart of science and technology

Credit : CEA/IRFU
Abstract
The Quantum Prisoner is a free, browser-based adventure game with no registration needed. Players visit 25 science-related locations and play 30 minigames centered on scientific and technological concepts. This game combines a sci-fi narrative with actual scientific concepts and fantastic interpretations. Teachers can use this game as an educational tool by selecting specific minigames for their students.
Duraction : 12~15h of playtime
IPPOG presentation (2021) : https://indico.cern.ch/event/1034126/contributions/4355084/attachments/2246621/3810271/quantum-prisoner.pdf
Contact
Authors :
- Content of the game : CEA
- Game engine : JAWA webgames / Julien ARLOT
- Illustration : J. Lignier / C. Beurtey
- Soundscape : Romuald Herrero / Réseau Canopé (The game also uses copyright-free audio resources)
- Website music: Frankum
- Teaser music : Alexandr Zhelanov
- Video editing: Fabien Bleuze / CEA
- Some of the videos are from a CEA / L’Esprit Sorcier co-production.
Supported by :
- CEA/IRFU (France)
Related IPPOG Collaboration member :
Contact :
- celine.lipari [at] cea.fr
Project status
Available (updated 2025-04-22)
Files & Resources
- Website :
– https://quantum-prisoner.com/welcome.html - More puzzles (French/English) :
– https://quantum-prisoner.com/welcome.html?teachers - Teaser (English) :
– https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dqFtWyTweE