Suggest An Improvement In Among Us
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Design and build a new Among Us feature prototype using paper, markers, and cardboard; present your idea and test it with friends.

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How To Make AMONG US Game From Cardboard

What you need
Adult supervision required, cardboard, colouring materials such as markers crayons pencils, paper, ruler, scissors, tape or glue

Step 1

Pick one Among Us feature you want to improve and give it a fun name.

Step 2

Decide what problem your feature fixes or what new fun it adds to the game.

Step 3

Draw a quick sketch on paper showing what the feature looks like and how players use it.

Step 4

List the cardboard parts you need to build your prototype.

Step 5

Use the ruler to measure and mark each cardboard piece on the cardboard.

Step 6

Cut out the cardboard pieces carefully with scissors.

Step 7

Assemble the cardboard pieces using tape or glue to make your prototype base.

Step 8

Decorate the prototype with colouring materials and draw any buttons or screens.

Step 9

Create a simple rule card that explains how players use the new feature.

Step 10

Playtest the prototype by playing a short round with friends.

Step 11

Ask each friend to tell you one thing they liked and one thing to change.

Step 12

Make one improvement to your prototype based on the feedback.

Step 13

Practice a short presentation that explains your idea and how it works.

Step 14

Share your finished creation on DIY.org with an adult’s help.

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You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have sturdy cardboard or a ruler?

Use flattened cereal-box or pizza-box cardboard as a substitute for sturdy cardboard and print a ruler from the internet or use a straight-edge like a paperback book when you measure and mark each cardboard piece.

My cut pieces keep tearing or the prototype falls apart—what should I do?

Before cutting, score fold lines lightly with the back of the scissors, cut one layer at a time, and reinforce joins from the underside with clear tape or hot glue when you assemble the cardboard pieces so the prototype stays sturdy.

How can I change the project for younger or older kids?

For younger kids, have an adult pre-measure and pre-cut the cardboard parts so they can focus on decorating and the rule card, while older kids can use the ruler for precise measurements and add moving parts or use a craft knife with supervision to make a more advanced prototype.

How can we make the feature more interactive or special after the first prototype?

After playtesting and making one improvement, add real or drawn buttons and screens with colored paper, and optionally small LEDs or a buzzer so players can press the feature during a short round and then update the rule card to explain the new interaction.

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Facts about game design and prototyping for kids

✂️ Paper prototyping is a super-fast, low-cost way to test game ideas using paper, markers, and cardboard before building anything digital.

🎮 Among Us was released in 2018 but exploded in popularity in 2020 after streamers and friends started playing together.

👥 Innersloth, the studio that made Among Us, began as a tiny team of just three main developers.

🧪 Playtesting with friends can reveal confusing rules, balance issues, and the best surprising moments that make a game fun.

🕵️ Social deduction games trace back to the party game Mafia, which was created in 1986.

How do I design and build a new Among Us feature prototype using paper and cardboard?

Start by picking one improvement idea (new role, gadget, or map change). Sketch the interface and user flow on paper, then cut cardboard and paper to build a mock-up of the item or map area. Use markers to label buttons and draw screens, add movable tabs for interactive parts, and assemble with tape or glue. Role-play the feature with friends, note what works, and revise the prototype based on feedback.

What materials do I need to make a paper-and-cardboard Among Us feature prototype?

You’ll need cardboard or a cereal box, paper, pencils, colored markers, scissors, tape, and glue. Optional helpful items include a ruler, sticky notes for labels, brads or paper fasteners for moving parts, craft foam for buttons, and printed screenshots to paste on. If using sharp tools (craft knife) or hot glue, have an adult supervise or handle those steps for safety.

What ages is this Among Us prototyping activity suitable for?

This activity suits kids about 6–12 years old. Ages 6–8 enjoy brainstorming and simple cutting with adult help; 9–12 can design more detailed interfaces, build moving parts, and lead small tests with peers. Teens can expand the idea into digital mockups. Adapt complexity and supervision level to each child’s fine motor skills and attention span to keep it fun and safe.

What are the benefits of designing and testing an Among Us feature prototype with friends?

Prototyping builds creativity, problem-solving, and empathy by thinking about other players’ experiences. Kids practice planning, fine motor skills, and communication when presenting and collecting feedback. Testing helps resilience and iterative thinking as they revise ideas. It also encourages teamwork, leadership, and confidence presenting to peers — useful skills beyond the game. For safety, supervise cutting tools and encourage respectful feedback during tests.
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