OctoStudio: Create Animations and Games Anytime, Anywhere
OctoStudio is a versatile mobile app that allows users to create animations and games on their Android devices. Developed by the Lifelong Kindergarten group at MIT, the team behind Scratch, OctoStudio provides a fun and intuitive platform for users to bring their ideas to life.
With OctoStudio, users can easily create animated stories, design musical instruments that play sounds when activated, or create any other imaginative project they can think of. The app allows users to combine emojis, photos, drawings, sounds, and movement to make their projects come alive.
Interactivity is a key feature of OctoStudio, enabling users to create games that respond to actions such as tilting the phone, shaking it, or using a magnet. Additionally, users can code their projects to speak aloud, buzz, or control the phone's flashlight. The app also supports collaboration across devices using the beam block.
OctoStudio makes it easy for users to share their creations with others. Projects can be recorded as videos or animated GIFs, and project files can be exported for others to play. Users can also send their projects to friends and family for them to enjoy.
In addition to being a creative tool, OctoStudio serves as an educational resource. The app provides introductory videos and ideas to help users get started, and offers sample projects for exploration and remixing. By using OctoStudio, users can develop their creative thinking and problem-solving skills while learning to code in a playful and meaningful way.
OctoStudio is completely free to use, with no ads, in-app purchases, or data collection. It can be used offline, making it accessible anytime, anywhere. The app is available in over 20 languages and has been designed in collaboration with educators from around the world.
