How to make a simple maze game in Scratch

If you're looking to create your first game using Scratch, I highly recommend making a maze.

Why? Because you can create something simple yet fun without having to use any complicated blocks. It's a great way to get familiar with the basics of Scratch.

Our goal: "Let's build a maze!"

Here's what we're aiming to create with our Scratch project:

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Simple Maze

by ok-scratch

[my-voice title="ok-scratch’s Scratch Game"]It's easy to make but fun to play, that's the charm of a maze game![/my-voice]

Remix the Starter Project

For this tutorial, there's a starter project you can remix. It's handy because it comes with all the necessary costumes and more. Of course, you're free to start from scratch if you prefer.

Make it Move

First, we'll code so that pressing the arrow keys moves the player.

The basic idea is to assign a condition block that says "when the up arrow key is pressed," and within that, place a block that moves the character 2 steps.

Let's give it a try!

Getting Ready to Start

Create a Loop to Receive Key Inputs

Check the Up Arrow Key

Check the Down Arrow Key

Copy all the blocks from the up arrow key condition and paste them right below. Right-clicking will show a menu where you can select "duplicate" for convenience.

Check the Left Arrow Key

This time, instead of moving, let's make the player rotate.

Check the Right Arrow Key

Test if the Movement Works

Code to Return to the Start When Hitting a Wall

Instead of ending the game when the player hits a wall, let's make them return to the start.

Test if Hitting the Wall Works

Code to Advance to the Next Level Upon Reaching the Goal

Wouldn't it be fun to have lots of maze levels?

Try coding so that reaching the exit advances to the next level.

Create the Variable "Level"

Let's create a variable named "Level." Make sure it's for all sprites.

Automatically Switch Costumes

Open the "Player" Sprite

We'll code what's needed so the player advances to the next level when touching the edge of the screen.

Play the Scratch Maze Game!

Now you've got a fully functional maze.

Next, try increasing the number of mazes. Just draw your favorite mazes as costumes, naming them like "Maze3," and you're set.

What kind of maze will you create?

It could be a complex one that keeps you lost for minutes, or maybe add some tricks for an interesting twist.

Once you've created your maze, let me know!

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