Sensor Games
Use your phone's motion sensors for unique gameplay experiences. Tilt, rotate, and flip your device to play these immersive games.
About Sensor Games
Sensor games transform your smartphone into a motion controller, creating gameplay experiences that wouldn't be possible on traditional gaming platforms. Using the DeviceOrientation API, these games can detect how you're holding, tilting, and moving your device in three-dimensional space.
Modern smartphones contain sophisticated sensors including gyroscopes and accelerometers that measure rotation and acceleration with remarkable precision. Our sensor games tap into these capabilities to create immersive experiences where your physical movements directly control the game action.
The alpha (compass direction), beta (front-to-back tilt), and gamma (side-to-side tilt) values allow for nuanced control that goes far beyond simple button presses. Whether you're balancing a virtual object or racing to flip your phone at the right moment, sensor games provide a uniquely physical gaming experience.
Available Games (2)
Tips for Sensor Games
- Find a clear space - These games may require you to move your device around. Make sure you have room and won't bump into anything.
- Secure your grip - Use both hands if needed and consider using a phone case for better grip during motion-based games.
- Calibrate if needed - If sensors seem off, try rotating your phone in a figure-8 motion to recalibrate the compass.
- Play on a stable surface - For balance games, starting on a flat surface can help establish your baseline position.
- Be aware of your surroundings - Especially for flip games, make sure you won't drop your phone or hit something.