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How Detective VR Uses Mixed Reality For A Narrative-Driven Mystery
- Detective VR is a narrative-driven mystery game that takes inspiration from various sources like Minority Report and Return of the Obra Dinn.
- It offers immersive VR environments for investigating clues and utilizes mixed reality for piecing evidence together on a board.
- The game has received a review rating of 3.5/5 stars, being praised for being both inspiring and suspenseful.
- The developers, Alexandre Garland and Quentin Valembois, aimed to create an emotional rollercoaster for players while keeping interactions simple.
- Hand tracking controls were a key focus in the game's design, presenting some challenges that led to innovative solutions like a square photo-taking gesture.
- The developers see mixed reality as a new medium with untapped potential, emphasizing the importance of creating intuitive interactions for newcomers.
- Garland prioritized a seamless player experience over ambitious features, focusing on natural interactions and comfort in the gaming environment.
- While certain mixed reality elements like occlusion didn't work for Detective VR, the team remains open to revisiting them in the future if they add value to the game.
- Despite the challenges, the developers found excitement in creating a unique game with new technology, balancing the inclusion of new features while ensuring they enhance the gameplay experience.
- Detective VR is currently available on the Meta Quest platform for players to enjoy the immersive mixed reality mystery experience.
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