How to Create a Casino Game in Thunkable? Need Video Tutorial

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Hello Thunkable Team,

I want to create a casino-style game in Thunkable. Can you please guide me?

What components should I use?

How can I implement game logic for features like spinning wheels, card games, or betting systems?

Do you have any video tutorials or example projects that I can follow?

Thank you

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Making a casino game in Thunkable means creating an interactive app with elements of luck, kind of like slots, blackjack, or a roulette wheel. I took a little guide from ChatGPT and copied it here!

1. Define Your Game Type

Choose a casino-style game:

  • :slot_machine: Slot Machine – Spin reels with symbols and match them to win.
  • :spade_suit: Blackjack – A simple card game with hit/stand mechanics.
  • :ferris_wheel: Roulette – A spinning wheel where players bet on numbers or colors.
  • :game_die: Dice Game – Players roll dice to win based on certain conditions.

For this guide, let’s create a Slot Machine!

2. Set Up Your Thunkable Project

  1. Open Thunkable and create a new project.
  2. Set the screen name (e.g., Screen1).
  3. Add the following UI elements:
  • 3 Image Components (for slot symbols)
  • 1 Button (Spin button)
  • 1 Label (to show results/winnings)
  • 1 Variable (to store the player’s balance)

3. Add Slot Symbols

Prepare images for slot symbols (e.g., :cherries:, :lemon:, :bell:, :slot_machine:). Upload them to Assets in Thunkable.

4. Create the Spinning Logic (Blocks)

  1. When the Spin button is clicked:
  • Generate 3 random numbers (each representing a symbol).
  • Assign the corresponding images to the slot image components.
  • Check if symbols match:
    • If all 3 match, award coins.
    • If 2 match, award a small prize.
    • Otherwise, deduct a small amount from the player’s balance.

Example Block Logic:

  • Use set app variable Slot1 to random integer from 1 to 5
  • Use if conditions to check matching symbols.
  • Update the UI accordingly.

5. Add a Balance System

  1. Create an app variable (e.g., balance) and set an initial value (e.g., 1000 coins).
  2. When a player wins, increase their balance.
  3. When they lose, deduct coins.
  4. If the balance drops to zero, show a “Game Over” message.

6. Enhance with Sound & Animation

  • Add sound effects for spinning and winning
  • Use timer blocks to create a realistic spinning effect

7. Animations

  • Add any animation you want by creating through Canva, which is recommended for making GIFs.
  • Make it animate once your button is clicked.

8. Test & Publish

  • Test the game on your phone through the Thunkable Live Test app
  • Fix any bugs.
  • Publish your app on Thunkable Web, Android, or iOS

Note: Publishing your app on iOS or Android will require you to pass a certain test to publish.

Bonus Features

  • Daily Rewards: Give players free coins every day.
  • Leaderboard: Track top scores using Firebase.
  • In-App Purchases: Allow users to buy more coins (if monetizing).

Hope this helps!