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Life & fun · November 17, 2016

MekaMon

Robotics meets augmented reality meets gaming

MekaMon launched on November 17, 2016 with 84 votes, #558 of 3,636 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 9 years on.

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In plain words

MekaMon is a robotics platform combining a physical robot with augmented reality and gamified coding missions. It teaches programming and problem-solving through play, featuring modes like Freedrive for experimentation and guided missions that reward creative engagement. The ReachEdu app provides a safe learning environment where users control the robot, navigate obstacle courses, and test movement across different terrain, making it suitable for students learning robotics and coding concepts.

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From the sources

The Future of Robotics Education.

Learning through play is a key part of the ReachEdu experience. ReachEdu Missions have been created using gamification techniques to reward and challenge learners in ways that encourage creative problem solving and deeper engagement with coding concepts. The ReachEdu App is a safe digital environment with a range of flexible learning modes as well as guided Missions. Learn how to control MekaMon and experiment with its movement style with Freedrive. From manoeuvring around obstacle courses to testing their MekaMon on different terrain, Freedrive offers unparalleled flexibility in cross-curricular application. Trace a line across the screen and MekaMon will follow. Add animations and head…from mekamon.com

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