Escape Hacker
Escape Hacker is an educational escape game created within Roblox to teach students about the dangers of the online world, such as phishing, fake news, and online scams. What makes this project unique is that it was developed entirely by students working in collaborative teams, simulating a real-world game development process.
Each team member had a specific role: the Creative Director guided the overall vision of the game, the Game Designer crafted the challenges and puzzles, the Scripter and Programmer implemented the game mechanics, the Time Keeper and Project Manager ensured deadlines and workflow were met, while the Media Literacy Expert and Researcher provided crucial knowledge about online safety and realistic threat scenarios.
By working together, students not only built an engaging and educational game, but also learned essential skills in teamwork, problem-solving, project management, and digital literacy. The game encourages players to think critically, make safe online decisions, and collaborate effectively, all while having fun in a digital environment they helped create.
The address for this onsite hackathon is: Rijstelstraat 7, 8200 Brugge
Questions?
llast@ktabrugge.bePrizes
Custom Esports KTA Brugge Roblox Skin if they finish the game
Who can join?
Specific conditions to apply
This hackathon will be organised during regular classes. All students enrolled in these classes will participate. There are no specific age requirements or prior experience needed, as the event is designed to be inclusive and educational for all participants.
07 - 16 NOV 2025
Register by 07 NOVLanguage(s) of the hackathon
Dutch
Onsite
Brugge - Belgium
Individual Competences
Challenge and goals
- Teach young people to recognise and respond to online risks, such as phishing, fake news, and malware.
- Encourage safe and responsible behavior in the digital world.
- Develop teamwork and collaboration skills by having students work together on a real game development project.
- Give students hands-on experience in different roles, including game design, programming, project management, research, and media literacy.
- Support teachers and coordinators in delivering an engaging, interactive, and educational experience
Expectations and requirements for the solutions and participants
- Increased awareness of online security and digital safety among students.
- Enhanced ability to identify and respond to phishing attempts, fake news, and other online threats.
- Development of project management, teamwork, and communication skills through collaborative game creation.
- Improved problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity as students tackle challenges during development.
- Stronger understanding of media literacy and responsible internet use, reinforced through both creating and playing the game.
Available Support
- Teacher/Coordinator Guidance: Educators are provided with instructions, lesson plans, or discussion prompts to integrate the game into classroom activities.
- Team Collaboration Support: Students working in teams have access to guidance on project management, role responsibilities, and collaboration strategies.
- Technical Support: Assistance with Roblox platform features, game navigation, and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Media Literacy Resources: Supplemental materials and tips on recognizing phishing, fake news, and online scams.
- Feedback & Evaluation: Opportunities for students to receive feedback on their gameplay experience, project work, and learning outcomes.
