Research - Stakco Interactive Puzzles

Core Research Areas

Exploring the boundaries of interactive puzzle technology

Dynamic Puzzles with Segmented Multimedia

Multimedia Innovation

Segmented content interaction

Multimedia Research

Dynamic Puzzles with Segmented Multimedia

Exploring novel methods to create dynamic puzzles using segmented multimedia content, enhancing user interaction through layered manipulations. This research investigates how different media types can be decomposed and reconstructed through puzzle mechanics.

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Interface Innovation

Next-gen control systems

Interface Design

Interface Innovation in Puzzle Play

Investigating various interface modalities to enhance digital puzzle experiences, including unconventional and cutting-edge control systems. Our research explores how different input methods can create more intuitive and engaging puzzle interactions.

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Immersive Tech

Multi-dimensional puzzles

Immersive Technology

Expanding into Immersive Environments

Pushing the boundaries of traditional puzzle formats by expanding into multi-dimensional and immersive environments, offering a new layer of complexity. This research explores VR, AR, and spatial computing applications for puzzle experiences.

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Accessibility Focus

Inclusive design research

Accessibility Research

Inclusive & Accessible Puzzle Design

Developing inclusive puzzle formats that utilize alternative sensory inputs to engage users, broadening accessibility and interaction possibilities. Our research focuses on making puzzles accessible to users with diverse abilities and needs.

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Breakthrough Innovations

Revolutionary puzzle formats that expand beyond traditional boundaries

Dynamic Video Puzzles

Real-time complexity

Video Innovation

Video Stakco: A New Puzzle Format

With Video Stakcos, we extended our puzzle concept from static 2D images to dynamic video content. This introduces a new layer of complexity, where the puzzle is constantly evolving—requiring continuous visual tracking, temporal alignment, and active attention from the user.

From a research perspective, this format opens up new directions in studying cognitive load, attention span, and pattern recognition in dynamic environments. Early feedback suggests that video puzzles demand significantly higher mental engagement, making them a promising tool for exploring real-time problem-solving and perceptual learning.

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Audio-Based Puzzles

Sound interaction design

Accessibility Innovation

Audio Puzzles for BLV People

We are developing Audio Stakcos by adapting the original Stakco concept to the auditory domain. Instead of visuals, segmented audio waveforms are used to create an interactive, multi-track puzzle experience. This research explores new ways of engaging users through sound-based interaction.

This groundbreaking approach opens puzzles to blind and low-vision users, creating inclusive experiences that rely on spatial audio, rhythm recognition, and auditory pattern matching.

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Platform Innovation

Expanding Stakco across devices and environments

Wearable Puzzles

Micro-interaction design

Wearable Technology

Now Runs on Galaxy Watch

Experimental Stakco apps deployed on Galaxy Watch. Digital Stakcos are robust enough to deploy on many platforms and always provide a unique experience which can be curated in many domains and contexts. This research explores micro-interactions and gesture-based puzzle solving.

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Large Screen Experience

Multi-modal control

Smart TV Platform

Now Runs on Android TV

Similar to Galaxy Watch, we successfully run Stakco digital puzzle experience on Android TV and control puzzles using multiple input modalities. This research investigates how large screens and remote controls can create collaborative puzzle experiences.

TV Experience

Applied Research

Real-world applications and community engagement

Artist Collaboration

Creative partnerships

Creative Collaboration

Supporting Emerging Artists

Stakco produces puzzles with images crafted by emerging artists. We add value to their art pieces and their artworks add value to Stakcos. This research explores how interactive puzzles can serve as a new medium for artistic expression and artist promotion.

Artist Program

Engagement Research

Community interaction

Engagement Studies

A Powerful User Engagement Tool

We conducted experiments deploying printed puzzles during community and business activities. We observed they are really good ice breakers and entertainment art pieces. Not only just a puzzle, but it can also carry a message, a story, or a brand. We are working on products for business and community events.

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