RESEARCH_&_DEVELOPMENT Experimental Projects

LABORATORY

A dedicated space for technical prototypes, experimental artworks, and early-stage studies. This environment serves as a testing ground for bridging the gap between digital systems and physical crafts.

EXPERIMENTS

Active Experiments

Playable prototypes and experimental games. Click to explore each project.

Alien Game: Episode 1 (PICO-8) by Kultura - Pixel art adventure game
PICO-8 Adventure Pixel Art

Alien Game: Episode 1

Alien Game: Episode 1 by KULTURA: A complete PICO-8 pixel art adventure released in 2022. Follow Ale the alien as they explore New Sock City, collect items, talk to cats, and battle slime. Originally developed in 8 weeks with music/design help from Lea Nagelschmied.

Xmas Sleigh Ride by Kultura - Arcade mini-game
Seasonal Arcade Browser

South Tyrol Sleigh Ride

South Tyrol Sleigh Ride by KULTURA: Guide Santa's sleigh through a winter wonderland in this arcade mini-game. Avoid obstacles, collect gifts, and deliver joy! A seasonal browser-based game perfect for the holidays.

Waiting Game by Kultura - Retro pixel art Game Boy game with clock and person playing handheld device
GB Studio Game Boy Art Project

Waiting Game

Waiting Game by KULTURA: An experimental art project created in 2022 using GB Studio. This game was designed to work on real Game Boy cartridges, bringing retro gaming aesthetics into a modern art context. Experience authentic Game Boy gameplay in your browser.

Kultura - Full body portrait - Multidisciplinary Artist and Software Engineer
EASTER_EGGS

Hidden Features

Some experiments are hidden throughout the site. Can you find them all?

KONAMI_CODE_DETECTOR

Status: ACTIVE. Try the classic cheat code on your keyboard (↑↑↓↓←→←→BA).

HIDDEN_PIXELS

Status: SCATTERED. There are 5 glitches hidden on the main page. Can you find them all?

GLITCH_TEXT

Status: UNSTABLE. Some words aren't what they seem. Hover to reveal truths.