Grab your whip and hold onto your fedora! We have something special for everyone eagerly waiting to see more from the Indiana Jones and the Shadows of Atlantis universe.

While we are hard at work on the fan film, we wanted to drop a little treat to bridge the gap—and we used a fascinating tech experiment to do it. We are proud to present our brand new mini-game: Indiana Jones and the Shadows of Atlantis: Temple Runner!

What is the Game?

It is a classic side-scroller in the style of an endless runner. You step into Indy’s boots, racing through the crumbling ruins of Atlantis, dodging traps, and chasing the high score. It’s simple, addictive, and a perfect homage to the 16-bit era many of us grew up with.

But the most unique thing isn’t just the game itself—it’s how we built it.

“Vibe Coding” with Gemini 3

You might have heard the term “Vibe Coding” floating around the tech world lately. We decided to embrace this exact approach to bring this fan game to life.

Instead of typing out every single line of code manually, we collaborated with Gemini 3, Google’s latest AI model. We didn’t just ask Gemini to write a script; we dictated the “vibe” of the game:

“We need a side-scroller that feels like a lost arcade gem from the 90s. The controls need to be snappy, the obstacles randomly generated, and the atmosphere needs to scream ‘Atlantis’.”

Gemini 3 acted as our co-developer, translating our creative intent into code in real-time. It helped us set up the game mechanics incredibly fast, allowing us to focus on the fun factor. It was a fascinating collaboration between human creativity (and fan passion!) and artificial intelligence. The result is a smooth browser game running right here on our site.

🏆 Can You Beat the High Score?

The game is live right now! We invite you to give it a try. How deep into the ruins of Atlantis can you get?

• No Download Required: Play directly in your browser.
• Retro Feel: Perfect for a quick break.
• Community: Screenshot your high scores and tag us on social media!

Legal Disclaimer: This is a non-profit fan project. Indiana Jones and all associated trademarks are the property of Lucasfilm Ltd. and Disney. This game is created solely for the entertainment of fans by fans and is not affiliated with the rights holders.