Magical Coffee-Bar: Fan-Inspired Drink Simulator

Articulate Challenge #524 – How to Brew the Best Coffee & Espresso Drinks

Welcome to the Crossroads Cafe, a whimsical drag-and-drop interaction where learners take on the role of a barista serving enchanted drinks to guests from across fictional universes.

☕ Project Concept

In this interactive experience, players are left in charge of a magical coffee shop after the senior barista is called away on urgent business. One by one, guests arrive — each inspired by beloved characters from books, shows, and movies — and place their orders for fan-favorite drinks like Butterbeer, Blue Milk, and Miruvor.

🎮 Gameplay

Drag & Drop Mechanics: Learners select ingredients and place them into a mug in the correct order.
Hints Available: A recipe card is available for reference if the learner needs help.
Serve & Feedback: Once the drink is assembled, the learner presses “Serve” and receives themed feedback from the guest — magical praise or playful critique.
Progress Tracking: The game tracks how many drinks were made correctly, with a final summary and stylized feedback.

🎨 Design Style

Classic 2D animation inspired by mid-20th century cartoons
Watercolor textures with bold outlines
Magical UI elements and whimsical decor
Custom illustrations for guests and environment

🧙‍♂️ Senior Barista’s Message

“Ah, welcome, apprentice! The guests are lining up, and the steam is rising — it’s time to brew some magic.
Drag the correct ingredients into the mug, press ‘Serve’ when ready, and consult the recipe card if you need a hint.
Every cup carries a little enchantment — brew wisely!”

⚠️ Disclaimer

All visual assets in this project were created using AI tools and custom design.
Guest characters are original creations inspired by popular fictional archetypes and do not directly represent or reproduce any copyrighted characters.
This project is intended for educational and creative demonstration purposes only.

Crossroads Cafe