Updraft

Updraft is a game that lets you fly by holding your arms out like wings in front of a webcam. Lean left/right to bank, raise your arms to climb, and lower your arms to dive. 

How to Fly

• Arms to the side to start the game, fly straight, or un-pause
• Lean left/right to bank left/right
• Arms up/down to climb/dive
• Both hands on your head to pause
• Hover your hand over a button to select it

Modes

• Time Trial: See how quickly you can finish the course
• Coin Rush: Grab as many coins as you can in 60 seconds
• Free Roam: No timers or score.

Maps

• Skyline Sprint: thread between city towers
• Sunken Canyon: a winding island canyon
• Windswept Fields: open grassland
• Driftwood Bay: coastline and water

Good to know

• Your video feed never leaves your computer. Tracking runs entirely on your own computer. This game does not connect to the internet, and nothing is ever uploaded.
• Updraft locks onto one player and follows them. To take control, hold your arms out to the side.
• Make sure you have space to hold your arms out, and are well-lit.
• Fun for kids. I've been testing this with mine, and they love it.

Requirements

• A webcam (built-in is fine)
• macOS (Apple Silicon or Intel) or Windows 10/11 64-bit
• Well-lit space to stand and spread your arms

Updraft is in active development. Feedback is very welcome, especially if tracking struggles in your room.