First Day
Getting Started Guide
Updated 9/5/23
step one
Watch this Welcome Video
step Two
get started with Bloxels
To start, you'll spend time with Bloxels creating your very own video games.
Later, you'll be able to try other tools like MakeCode Arcade and Storyboard That.
Watch me first, then look below for more directions.
Let's play!
Alright, let’s play some games! At this point, you do not need to log in (though you may if you’ve already used Bloxels in the past).
The games below are great examples of what you can do with Bloxels. Use this time to get familiar with the Bloxels controls and the types of games you’ll be able to create.
Featured Bloxels games
Play these games first. They will teach you what you need to know about creating with Bloxels.
These games were all designed in Create and Code by Brainiacs just like you!
Logging in
You’re now ready to get logged in to your Bloxels account so you can start creating. If you’re at the home screen, just stop moving for a moment and the buttons should re-appear. Press the Log In button in the upper left corner.
If you’re in the Arcade, click the User icon next to the word Arcade at the top of the screen. Then press Log In on the menu that pops up.
- When the Log In screen pops up, you’ll need to enter your school’s Class Code. Your club leader will share this with you. Once you’ve entered it, press Go.
- On the next screen, you will select the account that matches your initials (first letter of first name and first letter of last name). In some cases, additional letters have been added to help tell you apart from another student. If you’re not sure which account to choose, please ask your club leader for help. DO NOT SELECT AN ACCOUNT UNLESS YOU’RE CERTAIN IT BELONGS TO YOU!!!
- Once you’ve selected your name, press Next. The first time you log in, you’ll be asked to create a password. This will be a 4-digit number using 0-9. DO NOT CHOOSE 1234 or some other very easy to guess combination. Try to pick something only you would know and will be hard for others to guess. Once you’ve entered your password, press Login. Success!
Let's Build!
We’re going to make a game together! Watch the video below for guided instructions on how to create your first Platformer game.
From the Bloxels home screen, select Build. Then choose Games. On the next screen, press Create New Game, then choose Platformer.
Making a Simple Platformer Game
Follow along with me to create this game. Don’t worry about it being exactly perfect, just do your best. Pause the video if you need to, work on your game, then keep watching. When the video ends, spend as much time as you’d like adding to your version of the game. Have fun!
Quiz time!
2. Click on the picture link in the Getting Started section to get to Bloxels.
4. You can go the Bloxels arcade to play more games. If you stop moving in the game, the buttons will re-appear. Press the Play button, then Play Now.
Now you’re in the Arcade. From here, you can play some of the Featured and Most Popular Games. Keep playing until your club leader tells you to come back to this page for the next step.
Coding
Watch me first, then look below for more directions.
Hour of Code
1. Use the button to go to the Hour of Code Activities page.
2. Choose one of the Hour of Code activities to complete. Follow the directions to figure out what you need to do. Think through any problems you are having. DON’T GIVE UP!
Your club leader may be busy helping another student. Before you raise your hand to ask them a question, try asking a friend or neighbor for help first. Don’t be afraid to ask your leader for help if you really need it!
When you’ve finished the activity, you may start another or you can check out the Links and Games page.
Digital Storytelling
Watch me first, then look below for more directions.
Make Beliefs comix
1. Use the button to go to the Make Beliefs Comix page.
2. Click on the picture link in the Getting Started section to get to Make Beliefs Comix.
3. Follow the directions in the video above/on the Make Beliefs Comix page to create your account and get started creating your first comic strip.
Multimedia
Watch me first, then look below for more directions.
Exploring animation, art, and music
1. Use the button to go to the Multimedia page.
2. Multimedia is a collection of tools you can use to create animation, art, and music. For today, you can explore all six of the available sites to see what they’re all about.
Follow the directions on the Multimedia page to get started with each site.
Don’t be afraid to ask your club leader if you need help!
Web design
Watch me first, then look below for more directions.
BSD education - Jokes and Riddles
1. Use the button to go to the BSD Education page.
2. Scroll down until you see the What Should I Do section.
Choose the Jokes and Riddles project to get started.
3. Follow the directions to complete the Jokes and Riddles project. Think through any problems you are having. DON’T GIVE UP!
Don’t be afraid to ask your leader for help!
