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<< Back to EBOW tools and design tactics<\/a><\/mark><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by the low-cost creations of libraries with Hive Mechanic (our proprietary tool), we have decided to collate some of the most accessible tools for interactive in-person experiences. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, but rather a sampling of the field. Also, as with all software, there is a chance that some of these products may be unavailable in the future. The tools on this list were researched and compiled in late 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Tools for Texting with Participants<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Tools for Building Voice Trees<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Tools for Building & Managing Scavenger Hunts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Tools for Creating Branching Stories<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Tools to Track Teams<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Tools for Storytelling Boxes and Installations<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Tools That Used to Be – a historical record<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Examples? <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

    Consider starting with our low-tech ideas and starting points<\/a>, or our tasting menu<\/a> of examples made with our Hive Mechanic engine. Then read on for tool alternatives…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q: Tools for Texting with Participants?<\/h1>\n\n\n
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    Guiding question:<\/strong> If we want to create experiences with the accessibility of text messaging, what low-cost tools are available? Examples include:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n