Walk the Plank

The players’ task is to achieve a common goal – breaking the record in a relay challenge of building structures against the clock. – Walk the Plank!

Participants begin by tackling a puzzle: assembling a three-dimensional structure according to a given plan. The next challenge is to find a way to complete the construction as quickly as possible. Players have plenty of room to experiment with dividing tasks, organizing teams, and exploring different communication methods. It’s a time for testing, innovation, and handling crises. They can also draw on the experiences of other teams.

The final test is transferring the experience of individual teams to a shared goal for all participants – breaking the record in building the structure during an inter-team relay.

Effects of the game

• the game gives space for continuous improvement of methods and search for the best solutions,
• The game encourages inter-team collaboration and the sharing of knowledge and experience.
• The game provides space for experimenting with team organization, role allocation, and responsibilities.
• The game provides an opportunity to experiment with ways of handling crises.
• The game encourages action toward a common goal.