The no-code interactive video platform top universities use to teach students the future of interactive storytelling
”Students reported to me that they could see the ethical problem and choice consequences more clearly in the Stornaway story island form than typical outlines. From the education standpoint this is a big win.
The students were a mix of undergraduates and graduates and came from non-art or humanities backgrounds. Most were in data science programs and a few from labor relations. They described this as one of the most fun and creative projects that they have done during their education.
M. Elizabeth KarnsSenior Lecturer, Cornell University
See what Liz built: “Nobody’s Fault: An Interactive Experience in Data Science Practice” →
What is Stornaway
Stornaway is the #1 platform for interactive video and immersive storytelling, used by leading universities and schools worldwide to teach the skills that define the next decade of media.
No code. No plugins. No clunky workarounds. Just a visual, drag-and-connect canvas where students turn footage into branching films, cinematic games and 360° experiences – and publish them to the world in a click.
Stornaway integrates with the tools you already use, like Canva, Adobe Express, and more.
Why educators use Stornaway
Collaboration
Review student work and enable peer sharing
New Features
Get access to our latest features
Resources
Shared knowledge on interactive storytelling
Support
From Stornaway’s expert Team
Publishing
Share student projects on the web & socials
Community
Connect with a pioneering group of academics using Stornaway
Academic Plans
Simple plans. One yearly payment – from £750/year
Designed for universities and schools, with everything you need to teach interactive storytelling and immersive media. Alternatively, are you a student building your own project? Get in touch at micaela@stornaway.io
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Explore what other academics are creating
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University of York: Big Milk
A student-crafted an interactive music documentary blending film, music, and user-driven storytelling.
Bradley Jefferson: Albert’s Riddle
An interactive meditation – winner of Gold at the Seoul International AI Film Festival 2025 and Best Interactive Film at the British Film Festival 2025.
University of York: Life at Stake
An interactive escape-room narrative where you wake up trapped in a broadcast game show and must solve audio and visual puzzles to win your freedom.
Cornell University: Nobody’s Fault
An interactive story about the ethical decisions that data scientists have to make in the workplace.
Politecnico di Torino: Red Horizon
An immersive branching narrative crafted by Politecnico di Torino students – explore Part Two here.
Join ISHTAR – our academic community
Connect with teachers, academics and researchers exploring interactive storytelling. Share projects, discover upcoming summits, and discuss the future of immersive media in education.
What educators are saying
“Stornaway was the perfect bridge between education, creativity, and storytelling.
My students created interactive, boundary-pushing transmedia projects – and seeing their inspiration come to life was incredibly rewarding.
Thank you for helping us bring these stories to life.”
Laura Cossu | Politecnico di Torino University