Atmospheric Detectives
Atmospheric Detectives
A Lidar Network Challenge
The Sky is Full of Secrets.
Invisible threats are floating above our heads—from Saharan dust storms to volcanic ash, wildfire smoke, and pollen. As a new recruit at the EARLINET (European Aerosol Research Lidar Network) headquarters, it is your job to detect, analyze, and protect the continent.
Atmospheric Detectives is a high-speed arcade game that blends pulse-pounding action with the real science of laser atmospheric probing.
Your Mission
- Phase 1: The Pulse (Time of Flight) – Master the Lidar. Fire your laser at the exact right moment to hit targets. Remember: the time it takes for the light to return tells you exactly how high the clouds are.
- Phase 2: The Scan (Pattern Recognition) – Every particle has a fingerprint. Analyze the spike patterns on your graph to distinguish between Saharan dust, volcanic ash, wildfire smoke and pollen. Match the signal to the correct particle type to identify the threat.
- Phase 3: The Network (Data Synthesis) – It’s time to upload! Navigate the "Data Highway," sync with station nodes across Europe, and validate your data as you approach the central hub.
Gameplay video
Features
- Real Science, Arcade Fun: Experience the core principles of Lidar physics through engaging, intuitive mechanics.
- The European Network: See how EARLINET scientists connect their data to monitor air quality in real-time.
- Fast & Addictive: Built in Godot 4.6.2 and designed for high-score chasing.
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