This fair is all about innovation—new tech, sustainable production, and a circular economy—and it’s the perfect playground for exhibition games that entertain, educate, and inspire. Whether you’re a designer, developer, or manufacturer, these games will connect you with attendees in a uniquely Swedish way: straightforward, fun, and meaningful.
At Plastteknik Nordic, you’ll hear from brilliant minds like Åsa Stenmarck, Mike Baxter, and Jenny Fagerland, and these games are designed to complement their insights with hands-on (and screen-on!) excitement. I’ve split them into four categories—physical games, digital knowledge games, digital skill games, and digital chance games—each with a budget-friendly twist and a nod to Swedish play culture. Let’s dive in!
For these booth-based physical games, I’ve focused on high-energy, crowd-drawing activities that showcase the plastics and rubber industry without inviting DIY replication. These are plug-and-play experiences—perfect for selling as ready-made products.
Picture a sleek, curved wall made of recycled rubber panels (branded with your logo, of course!). Players grab a lightweight plastic ball and hurl it at precise angles to hit moving targets that pop up along the structure. The catch? The wall’s elasticity makes every throw unpredictable, demanding quick reflexes. It’s a fast-paced, 1-minute game that mirrors the resilience of modern rubber tech—exciting, physical, and impossible to recreate at home without industrial-grade materials.
A modular pipeline structure sits at the booth—think transparent plastic tubes connected by sturdy joints. Players race against a 90-second clock to guide a small ball through the maze by tilting and twisting the sections, dodging dead ends. It’s a nod to efficient production flows in the industry, and the precision engineering keeps it a product worth buying rather than building.
Set up a multi-tiered tower with bins labeled for different recyclable plastics (PET, HDPE, PP). Players grab colorful plastic discs and toss them into the right bins from a distance, testing their aim and speed in a 1-minute frenzy. The vibrant, durable setup screams sustainability—and it’s far too polished for anyone to whip up in their garage.
Here’s a custom digital knowledge game inspired by the fair’s themes, built around a meaningful narrative and interactive mechanics.
Story: Two engineers, Klara and Erik, are chatting at a recycling plant. Klara says, “We’ve got to protect the circular economy from bad ideas!” Erik nods, “Let’s filter out the junk and keep the good stuff flowing.”
Gameplay: On a touchscreen stand, players face falling text “files” labeled with industry concepts (e.g., “Single-Use Plastics,” “Biodegradable Polymers,” “Landfill Waste”). Correct items (like “Recycled PET”) must pass a glowing green “Recycling Line” at the bottom, while wrong ones (like “Non-Recyclable PVC”) need to be zapped.
Shooting Mechanic: Tapping launches a burst of blue energy pulses—think of it as “sorting beams” from a high-tech scanner.
End Line: The Recycling Line pulses with green light, symbolizing a thriving circular economy.
Placeholder: Files look like sleek, futuristic data cards, tying into the industry’s cutting-edge vibe. Players lose if a wrong item slips through or a correct one gets zapped—perfect for a 2-minute brain teaser that educates and entertains.
First, let’s look at three successful casual skill games that align with Plastteknik Nordic’s focus, then I’ll pitch five original ideas.
Players stack falling plastic shapes (sheets, tubes, pellets) on a conveyor belt, rotating them to fit perfectly without toppling. The belt speeds up over 90 seconds, testing reflexes. It’s a nod to precision manufacturing, with a clean, minimalist design Swedes adore.
A bouncing rubber ball ricochets across the screen—players tap to adjust its angle, aiming for glowing recycle bins while avoiding trash zones. Lasting 2 minutes, it’s a playful take on rubber’s elasticity and recycling goals.
Drag molten plastic blobs into molds before they cool, racing a 90-second timer. Each mold (e.g., a bottle or gear) must be filled perfectly, reflecting production efficiency in a tactile, satisfying way.
Swipe colorful plastic bits into matching bins as they slide down a chute. Miss a bin or mix materials, and the chute clogs—game over in 2 minutes. It’s fast, intuitive, and ties into sustainability.
Connect pipe segments to guide a water flow from start to finish in under 2 minutes. Leaks spring if pieces misalign, mimicking the precision of plastic piping systems—a cerebral yet casual challenge.
These games lean on luck but tie into Plastteknik Nordic’s themes with clever customization.
A digital Wheel of Fortune styled as a giant recycling symbol, with a sleek, metallic finish and green accents. Players spin for prizes like “Eco-Friendly Material Sample” or “Seminar Pass,” blending luck with the fair’s ethos. The design’s industrial polish keeps it distinctly Swedish—functional yet stylish.
A slot machine with reels featuring icons like rubber tires, plastic bottles, and recycling arrows. Three matches in 30 seconds win a prize, with a futuristic interface that echoes cutting-edge production tech. It’s quick, flashy, and fair-friendly.
Drop a disc down a pegged board shaped like a factory funnel, landing in slots labeled with industry perks (e.g., “Sustainable Tech Info”). The board’s transparent plastic look ties into material innovation, making luck feel purposeful.
There you have it—15 game ideas to make your booth at Plastteknik Nordic 2025 a hit! From physical thrills to digital brainteasers, these designs blend Swedish playfulness with the plastics and rubber industry’s forward-thinking spirit. Whether you’re selling products or sparking conversations, these games will draw crowds and leave a lasting impression. Which one’s your favorite? Let me know, and happy designing!
