Centre for Quantum Information, Simulation and Algorithms
gmail.comPartner Organizations: QUISA & Quantum Girls
Dates: November 18 – December 20, 2024
Location: The University of Western Australia, Crawley Campus
Project Overview
The Quantum Games Summer Internship was a five-week, project-based program focused on developing educational tabletop games that introduce quantum computing concepts to school-aged learners. Interns explored creative ways to embed principles such as superposition, entanglement, and quantum measurement into gameplay mechanics.
Objectives
Creator: Yao Tang
Description:
A puzzle-based game where your electrons are trapped in a complex maze, and the only way to guide them to freedom is by using quantum logic gates. Players must apply their knowledge of quantum computing to manipulate electron states, strategically operating quantum circuits to navigate the maze. By mastering quantum principles and carefully selecting the right gates, you’ll alter the electrons’ quantum states and lead them to escape. Think ahead, experiment with quantum logic, and conquer the Quantum Maze!
Creator: Nicholas Davies
Description:
A competitive tabletop game where players manipulate quantum bits (qubits) to feed their cat. Each player controls a qubit, which can exist in different states, including |0⟩, |1⟩, |+⟩, and |-⟩. The goal is to collapse your qubit into the |0⟩ state while forcing your opponent’s qubit into the |1⟩ state. Once this happens, the feeding machine activates, and the winning player’s cat gets fed—while the loser’s cat is left hungry and complaining. Strategic quantum decision-making determines whose feline reigns supreme!
Creator: Aidan Smith
Description:
Two-player abstract strategy board game played on a 6x8 checkered board, where players aim to push one of their four pieces past the end of the board. Be careful, as pieces can capture other pieces, so you will have to position your pieces, use Quantum Superposition and Probability Amplification thoughtfully to outwit your opponent!
Quantum Girls (QG) is a national project that introduces quantum science and quantum computing to school students in years 5-12, in an engaging and interactive way - changing attitudes and building confidence toward STEM subjects.
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Partner Organizations: QUISA & Quantum Girls
Dates: November 18 – December 20, 2024
Location: The University of Western Australia, Crawley Campus
Project Overview
The Quantum Games Summer Internship was a five-week, project-based program focused on developing educational tabletop games that introduce quantum computing concepts to school-aged learners. Interns explored creative ways to embed principles such as superposition, entanglement, and quantum measurement into gameplay mechanics.
Objectives
Creator: Yao Tang
Description:
A puzzle-based game where your electrons are trapped in a complex maze, and the only way to guide them to freedom is by using quantum logic gates. Players must apply their knowledge of quantum computing to manipulate electron states, strategically operating quantum circuits to navigate the maze. By mastering quantum principles and carefully selecting the right gates, you’ll alter the electrons’ quantum states and lead them to escape. Think ahead, experiment with quantum logic, and conquer the Quantum Maze!
Creator: Nicholas Davies
Description:
A competitive tabletop game where players manipulate quantum bits (qubits) to feed their cat. Each player controls a qubit, which can exist in different states, including |0⟩, |1⟩, |+⟩, and |-⟩. The goal is to collapse your qubit into the |0⟩ state while forcing your opponent’s qubit into the |1⟩ state. Once this happens, the feeding machine activates, and the winning player’s cat gets fed—while the loser’s cat is left hungry and complaining. Strategic quantum decision-making determines whose feline reigns supreme!
Creator: Aidan Smith
Description:
Two-player abstract strategy board game played on a 6x8 checkered board, where players aim to push one of their four pieces past the end of the board. Be careful, as pieces can capture other pieces, so you will have to position your pieces, use Quantum Superposition and Probability Amplification thoughtfully to outwit your opponent!
Quantum Girls (QG) is a national project that introduces quantum science and quantum computing to school students in years 5-12, in an engaging and interactive way - changing attitudes and building confidence toward STEM subjects.
PHYS3005
PHYS4021
