diff --git a/index.xml b/index.xml index d120d570..a8cdcbc9 100644 --- a/index.xml +++ b/index.xml @@ -578,6 +578,15 @@ Personalized needs with various trackers Different trackers will be developed fo Process Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nulla facilisis neque id vulputate malesuada. Quisque dignissim finibus urna sed sagittis. + + Process + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/process/ + Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 + + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/process/ + Developing a Concept At the beginning of our project, we had a simple goal in mind: to create a game using the Meta Quest 3 headsets provided by HTW, with a focus on multiplayer elements and mixed reality features. To get our project off the ground, we started with some hands-on exploration. We tested various games that were compatible with the Quest 3, and we even took a trip to Cosmic. + + Process https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m3-lep/process/ @@ -998,6 +1007,15 @@ Dashboard The dashboard is the heart of the App, providing organized shortcuts t Future Our project is very open and creates a basis for extended reality. You can consider incorporating new interactions, such as switches or touch panels, or changing the platform and running the project on a tablet or VR glasses. New use cases can also be devised and tested. This project could be used very well in industry for maintenance work on machines and establish communication from the machine to the goggles. + + Gameplay + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/gameplay/ + Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 + + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/gameplay/ + Put your headset on and enter another world Pop on the Meta Quest headset and jump into a different world that’s full of fun and surprises. You’ll find yourself surronded by a virtual forest where you can explore, discover, and just have a good time with your friends. It’s not just about playing; it’s about stepping into a whole new place that feels as real as it is imaginative. Defend your space against little creatures Get ready to guard your territory! + + Ideenfindung https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ss20/bachelor/b1-hexarcade/idea-finding/ @@ -1374,6 +1392,16 @@ Adopting agile methodologies, we embraced a collaborative and iterative approach + + Challenges + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/challenges/ + Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 + + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/challenges/ + Integrating Meta SDKs with Unity Integrating the Meta XR All-in-One SDK from Oculus presents its own set of challenges. The setup process for this package is complex and sometimes inconsistent. Developers are required to adhere to a strict implementation with limited flexibility for customization. +Additionally, the SDK tends to generate an abundance of debug messages in the console, which are often unnecessary and can obscure more critical information. Another hurdle is the SDK’s “black box” backend, which can lead to mysterious errors without a clear source or solution. + + Challenges https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ss22/master/m5-adipositas-prevention/challenges/ @@ -2154,6 +2182,15 @@ a possibility for them to connect with others in the same situation to exchange Whatever you need, whenever you need it We made a huge progress in defining our final product vision when we asked ourselves what the specific use cases for our product were. 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Concept & Design Figma Figma was our go-to tool for designing UI elements, thanks to its user-friendly interface and versatility. + + Tech Stack https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ss22/master/m5-adipositas-prevention/tech-stack/ @@ -2225,6 +2262,15 @@ Frontend Vue.js To build the web user interface, we felt that Vue.js was suited Step 2 He starts looking in the Result Map, but isn‘t satisfied with the results there so he thinks painting the lion would help. Sam goes to the Painting-Tool and starts drawing the lion. After he is done, he notes that the drawing didn‘t help him, so he hits UNDO. + + Future + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/future/ + Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 + + https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ws23/master/m1-somethinar/future/ + Further Potential of our Game During the initial stages of our game development, we brainstormed numerous ideas that, due to time constraints, couldn’t be realized in the current version. This section highlights some of these concepts to showcase the underlying potential and future directions our game could take. Collecting upgrades and special skills One idea we have is to introduce a system where players can collect upgrades and special skills throughout the game. + + Future https://htw-imi-showtime.github.io/tryout/ss22/master/m5-adipositas-prevention/future/ diff --git a/projects/index.html b/projects/index.html index 2ea82523..4117dfe6 100644 --- a/projects/index.html +++ b/projects/index.html @@ -190,6 +190,24 @@

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    In recent years, the technology landscape has seen the emergence of various terms like XR, AR, and VR, all centered around a common concept: expanding and enhancing our perception of the world with virtual or mixed reality applications. While numerous XR games have already flooded the market, there has been a notable gap in offerings for shared experiences.

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